Wedding Day

Brown Chapel 

Ceremony

Scottish Rite Cathedral

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

Our story goes back all the way to elementary school. We first met in fourth grade when the Moores moved to Benton, LA and started at Legacy Elementary. Our classrooms were right across the hall from each other, and we spent the rest of our school years growing up side by side. We had a lot of the same friends, did many of the same activities, and even went to the same church growing up. Our story started long before it ever turned into a love story. We even went to our sophomore homecoming together and stayed friends through the year. Then, during junior year on August 26, 2020 we planned our first date. After a couple of dates, it didn’t end up going anywhere (Emily takes the blame), but thankfully that wasn’t the end:) In December, we decided to try again, which turned out to be the best decision we've ever made. We officially started dating on January 15, 2021, and we’ve been together ever since. It’s been incredible growing up together and now stepping into this next stage of life with the same person who has been there since the very beginning. We’re so thankful for the way everything worked out and for how God has written our story.

RJ and Emily

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Hannah has always been the dearest friend. I have known her since my freshman year of high school when we had our first interaction in the Theatre School of Dance lobby. Since then, we have grown up together through dance recitals, high school, long distance college friendship, her wedding season, and now onto mine. Hannah even knew me when I was trying to decide if I wanted to go on a date with Rj! One of my favorite things about Hannah (there are many) is how consistent she is. She is always there to offer the most heartfelt advice and comfort. Many of the beautiful parts of the wedding that you will see have been inspired by Hannah and her husband’s special day. I could not be more honored to have her by my side.

Hannah Rabb

I first heard the name Bella Clark right before my freshman year when my uncle told me he met a girl going to Ole Miss and he had given her my number. Little did I know what a blessing was ahead of me! Since I have known her, Bella has been one of the brightest lights in my life and has pointed me to Jesus every day. She is wise beyond her years and is always looking to make you laugh. Bella is the kind of person who will challenge you to be better by the example she sets of faith. It is a joy to be her friend and I could not be more thankful to have her as my maid of honor!

Bella Clark

My Ole Miss day one! AC texted me on November 28th of 2021 to see if we would be a good fit as roommates, my texts with Rj that day are filled with quotes like this one: “I really like this girl. We’re the same person except she’s short with brown hair!”. Only if those girls could see us now! Anna Carlisle will always be introduced as my roommate. Someone who I can rely on to love me even when I am the worst version of myself. She is loyal, kind, and oh so fun. I have been so blessed to know and love her.

Anna Carlisle Nichols

Rachel is one of the first people I would call if I needed someone to stick up for me. She is the type of person who will defend the people that she loves no matter what. I had the privilege of living with her my junior year and really getting to know her wonderful personality! We instantly meshed and from then on were the best of friends. She does not know a stranger and has the biggest heart when it comes to loving those who really need it. She shows up for her friends and I am so grateful to have her in my corner.

Rachel Young

I have had the most fun telling people that I officially get to be Caroline’s sister. I hope she knows how much weight that statement holds for me and what an honor it is to be associated with her for the rest of my life. She is the most thoughtful, bright, and beautiful girl and I look up to her in many ways! Not only is she Rj’s sister, but one of my dearest friends. I am so glad we get to keep growing up together for the rest of our lives. 

Caroline Moore 

Gracie has always made sure people feel welcome in the way she naturally invites them in and offers a seat at her table to anyone who wants it. She even let me live at her house in Tuscaloosa this past summer! I am so thankful for her natural friendship and the laughter she offers others. She is strong and steadfast. Her love for Jesus is so apparent and I am so excited to have a front seat to where He leads her in life. We are passionate about many of the same things and I can’t wait for the sweetness that is to come to the rest of our lives as family!

Gracie Moore

Raelee has seen the complete journey of Rj and I’s relationship! Raelee and I have known each other since middle school and I have had the privilege of being close to her for a long while now. We always find a way to love each other despite one of the main pillars of our relationship being an Ole Miss- LSU rivalry. I really think that’s the true test of friendship, and we pass every time! Raelee is so bright and beautiful. She always reminds me to just show up as I am and I am so grateful for her!

Raelee Craft

I have had the honor of knowing Callie since freshman year of college and it has been SO FUN! Callie is defined by endless laughter and pure joy in the Lord. My favorite memory with Callie is having a conversation about our faith on the porch at KD, her getting up and coming back with grape juice and crackers from the kitchen so that we could take communion together. She is an encouragement like no one else. It has been such a joy to do this engagement season with her.

Callie Scroggins

Zoe and I have the most fun story! We had honors music class together our freshman year (was way harder than it sounds) and we quickly found out that we had more in common than we thought! I was worried about not knowing anyone on a mission trip I was wanting to sign up for and as I expressed this to her she told me she was signing up for the same one! From then on we were close for the best reasons, our faith in Jesus and sweet shared experiences. It has been the most fun being her friend. Thankfully Zoe is way more musically inclined than I am and she will be playing the violin as I walk down the aisle, a promise I’ve held her to since our sophomore year:)

Zoe Justice

I met Jo during Rj’s first summer doing orientation. I went to visit him and stayed with Jo in her dorm room! We had never met before and stayed up till about 3am just talking. I knew she would end up being a life long friend! Jo is one of those people who just feels like you’ve known each other your whole life. She is so comforting and it doesn’t matter how many times I’ve seen her in a week, but every time I see that she’s in the room it makes my whole day! She radiates joy and I am so lucky to be her friend!

Joana Mucklow 

I met Ryan freshman year of college in our Honors 101 class. I didn’t know many people at Ole Miss and actually got to know him by giving him rides to and from different places on campus, and was really my first real friend at Ole Miss. He is an awesome guy who is easy to go to and helps give great advice when I need it. He is easy-going and always down to do something new, which has been a ton of fun to experience.

Ryan Augustine

Logan and I became friends when I moved to Benton in the 4th grade, and became friends at church. We both really loved playing soccer and got closer over that and started hanging out all the time. He has been there as one of my best friends since we moved here and has always been a great, reliable friend to have in my corner.

Logan Smith

I met Butter in the 4th grade as well, where we started playing football together and were able to become really good friends. We played football together our entire lives, and he held for me all throughout high school, where we just got to mess around and hang out during practices and become even better friends. He has always been a calm presence to be around and a great, consistent friend.

Cade "Butter" Stewart

Charlie and I met when he moved to Benton in middle school. We didn’t really become close until freshman year of high school when our friend group formed and I started spending a lot of time with him. We played football together all throughout high school, but we really got close through all of the time we spent hanging out at his house, playing ping pong all summer and riding the jetskis. Charlie has been a loyal, caring friend and always enjoys having a good time.

Charlie Nance 

Davis and I both moved to Benton in the fourth grade. We really got to become friends through playing football together and hanging out all of the time growing up. He and I grew up doing a lot of stuff together, especially when it revolved around football, traveling to Texas to play in tournaments or even just messing around throwing the football at our houses. He is a very kind and caring person for his friends and values his friendships deeply.

Davis Sellers

I met Jakota the summer after my freshman year of college, when we were both orientation leaders at Ole Miss. We hung out in the same friend group all summer which allowed me to become really close with him and gave me one of my best friends in college. He is a very wise and reliable person to have as a friend and is always down for a good talk.

Jakota White

Hudson is just a chill guy who enjoys being around everyone he comes in contact with. I met him through Ole Miss Cru my freshman year, when he had a massive afro of hair, and didn’t even know he was a year ahead of me until like a year later. We have gotten to do a ton of stuff together all throughout college and he has been one of my closest and most consistent friends that I’ve ever had. He cares for the people around him well and makes sure to have good, intentional conversations to really get to know people.

Hudson Hargette

I first met Aidan because a friend of mine in college introduced me to him and said we should hangout so I invited him to come hangout at one of our houses. We hit it off and have been really great friends ever since, and have also gotten to be roommates for the past two years. We’ve watched tons of sports games together and just get to talk about whatever when we hangout. He is extremely intentional in asking about the simple things and keeping strong relationships with the people around him.

Aidan Brown

Collin and I obviously got to know each other more when I started dating Emily. He is very calm and collected and a fun guy to talk to, especially when I have someone who can help call Emily out when she says something stupid at the dinner table. I am super excited to have him as a future brother-in-law.

Collin Davis

Wedding Party

Use the link above to book your room at the Hilton Shreveport! We have blocked off 15 rooms that can be booked up until July 17th.

Hilton Shreveport

Margaritaville Resort Casino

777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City, LA 71111, USA

(855) 346-2489

While we do not have rooms blocked off at this location, we highly recommend this hotel! You can book a room on their website: https://www.margaritavillebossiercity.com/

Hampton Inn & Suites

2691 Viking Drive, Bossier City, Louisiana, 71111, USA

(318) 841- 9700

While we do not have rooms blocked off at this location, we highly recommend this hotel! You can book a room on their website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/shvbshx-hampton-suites-shreveport-bossier-city-at-airline-drive/

Travel

This is a great area to go eat and enjoy hanging out! There are some great restaurants, axe throwing, snowballs, and sometimes live music! Go check it out!

East Bank District & Plaza

This is a new great addition to Bossier! Go enjoy golfing and hanging out ! There are multiple golf bays and a mini golf course.

Chasing Aces

This is a very pretty art gallery and garden! Super peaceful and is right next to Emily's favorite coffee shop in town: Rhino Coffee. Go grab a latte and walk around!

R.W. Norton Art Gallery

Things to Do

What is the dress code?

We recommend Sunday best or semi-formal, but wear whatever you are most comfortable in! Make sure to dress for the hot weather and wear your dancing shoes:)

Can I bring a plus one or my children?

We’re so excited to have you join us on our special day! Due to limited space we are only able to invite those listed on the invitation. We hope you understand, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

When do I need to RSVP by?

We kindly ask that you reply by July 1, 2026 so we can finalize the details!

What time should I arrive and where should I park?

The ceremony will begin at 5:30, so we ask that you arrive with enough time to park right outside the venue and be seated. The reception will follow after the ceremony ends! There is parking available on either side of the reception venue, one lot directly to the left and another across the street to the right.

Emily & RJ

Emily & RJ

E&R

Wedding Day

5:30 PM–6:00 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Reception