Conestoga House

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Our Wedding

Our story begins at Messiah University. A young Emma Narber met a young Si Barnes as they served on the Mount Solly RA team. Little did they know the friendships that would form that year and the eventual family that it would become. Though Emma and Si never dated that year, they became close friends, and would continually become more and more invested in each other's lives.Often a place of refuge and safety for one another, Si and Emma always kept one another close. It wasn't until after college that these two eventually found their way back to one another. What was supposed to be a casual coffee "date" quickly turned in to a fancy Italian dinner and a prayer walk. Little did they know, since Si and Emma knew each other so well, both walked into that first date knowing there would be a second.Si and Emma continued through a series of walks, smoothie dates, multiple-hour phone calls, and lots of stargazing. It was under the stars that eventually they decided to make it official, on the night of October 14th of 2024. What preceded this night was an entire year of laughter, adventures, cuddles, dances, prayers, silly pictures, picnics, lots of hammocking, and lots, lots more.Some of their more memorable dates include IKEA hide-and-seek, dates to the movies (with full-course meals hidden under in big jackets), adventures on scooters, dancing in the rain, indoor picnics on the ground, arcades, presentation nights, building forts, and early morning visits as Si left night shift and Emma began her work day.It was on a beautifully warm day in September of 2025 that Si asked Emma on one last adventure: marriage. Si and Emma are so excited for the story they have created together and look forward to all that God has in store for them. If you are reading this, it is because you had a large part in their stories, and Si and Emma are so thankful for you. They cannot wait to continue this journey and are so, so proud and excited to have you as a part of it!

Our Story

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Kate Narber

Maura Mourelatos

Jessie Solliday

Lucy Mylin

Sophie Bisbal

Rebekah Teuscher

Aidan Hubley

Nason Allen

Josh Phillips

Aaron Argot

Cole Hasenbalg

Onasis Bisbal

Wedding Party

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square has free bikes, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Lancaster. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and a business center. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. An American breakfast is available at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square include Fulton Theatre, Central Market and Lancaster County Convention Center. Lancaster Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Apple Bin Inn

This hotel is located 3 miles from downtown Lancaster and within a 15-minute drive of Dutch Wonderland. The hotel offers a 9-hole golf course and children’s indoor water playground. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a MP3 docking station. The rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a refrigerator. The Lancaster Doubletree Resort has a putting range, basketball and tennis courts. Cafe 24 Hundred features casual American fare, full service lounge, and seasonal outdoor seating. The Doubletree Resort is within a 15-minute drive of the Tanger Outlet Mall and The Amish Farm and House. Herseypark is within a 40-minute drive of the hotel.

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Lancaster

Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include an arcade/game room, wedding services, and a picnic area. Dining Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Hollinger House. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM. Business Amenities Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Hans Herr House Museum - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi Historic Rock Ford - 4 km / 2.5 mi Lancaster County Convention Center - 5 km / 3.1 mi Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - 5 km / 3.1 mi Historic St. Mary’s Church - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi The Ware Center - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi Central Market - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi Fulton Theatre - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi Hole in The Wall Puppet Theater - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi Lancaster General ER - 6.4 km / 4 mi Lancaster General Hospital - 6.4 km / 4 mi Penn Medicine Park - 6.5 km / 4 mi Keystone Art & Culture Center - 6.5 km / 4 mi Lancaster Science Factory - 7 km / 4.3 mi The nearest airports are: Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 20.9 km / 13 mi Harrisburg Intl. Airport (MDT) - 57.9 km / 36 mi Location With a stay at The Hollinger House in Lancaster, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Tanger Outlets Lancaster. This bed & breakfast is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Dutch Wonderland and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Sight and Sound Theatre. Headline Near Historic Rock Ford

The Hollinger House

Travel

Since this will be an outdoor wedding, we encourage you all to wear Elegant Garden Party Attire. Wear something that is elegant and classy, while also something that you can groove around to. We look forward to dancing the night away with you!

Emma & Si

Emma & Si

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ELEGANT GARDEN PARTY ATTIRE ENCOURAGED