By when should I RSVP?
Please RSVP no later than September 13, 2025. This will allow us to give our final headcount to the venue by their deadline. You can RSVP by clicking the "RSVP" tab on this website.
Where are the ceremony and reception?
Both will be located at the Rochester Golf and Country Club, at 3100 Country Club Rd SW, Rochester, MN 55902. The ceremony will be located in an outdoor space towards the far end of the main parking area in front of the clubhouse, off to the left - there will be signs directing you. The reception will be held inside the main clubhouse.
What's the easiest way to get to and from the venue?
If you are staying at the Residence Inn, the Towneplace Suites, or the Home2Suites, there will be complementary transportation to and from the venue. More information about shuttle times will be provided upon check-in to the hotel. Otherwise, there is a spacious free parking lot for those driving themselves.
Have you reserved any hotel blocks?
Yes! Several: Residence Inn, Home2Suites, TownePlace Suites, and Hampton Inn. Please see the "Travel" section of the website for more details and hotel locations.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony will be outdoors and involves a few stairs, so please wear comfortable shoes and dress for early October weather. The cocktail hour and reception will be indoors, with access to outdoor patio and balcony space if weather permits.
What's the weather like in Minnesota in October?
Great question - it varies. The last few years have been warmer, but we'd still recommend bringing a shawl, wrap, or jacket in case it's a little chilly.
Can I bring a plus one?
Plus ones are designated on the invitations. Please do not bring additional guests not named on your invitation, as we have limited space at the venue.
Can I bring my children?
Yes! We have many children in our lives that we love, and we want them to be included in our special day. We will have a kids' meal option for dinner and some fun kids' activities, and we can't wait to celebrate with them.
Where are you registered for gifts?
We are registered at Amazon, Target, Crate & Barrel, and IKEA. Links can be found in the Registry section of our website. Or, please consider contributing to missionary work that is important to us - there is a registry item where you can contribute funds for that purpose.
Can we bring gifts to the wedding?
We are honored that you're considering gifts for us, but please do not bring any physical gifts to the wedding in Minnesota, as we live in Oregon. We will not have the ability to bring gifts back with us afterwards. Instead, please have gifts shipped directly to our home address in Oregon: 586 N. Holly St, Canby, OR 97013. We will have a box for cards at the reception.
What is the wedding day itinerary?
The ceremony will be at 3pm, with a cocktail hour following that. A dinner reception with dancing will follow.
What time will the reception end?
Our reception will wrap up around 10pm. We will have some fun late-night snacks towards the end of the reception if you get hungry from all the dancing!
Will there be meal options for those with dietary restrictions?
Yes! Please note any dietary restrictions in your RSVP, and we will work with our catering to accommodate what you need.
Can I take photos at your wedding?
We kindly ask that all phones be put away and that you refrain from taking photos during our ceremony, in order for our professional photographer to capture our big day for years to come.
Can I post photos of the wedding on social media?
We are excited to share our special day with all of you, and we love that you want to share it too, but please do not post any photos on social media until we post about it ourselves.
Will you be livestreaming the wedding?
Yes! We have several friends who are unable to join us, so we will be livestreaming from Facebook and have created a private Facebook group for this purpose. If you cannot join us in-person in Minnesota and would like to view the livestream, please contact us to be added to the group.
I live in Oregon but I can't make it to Minnesota. Will you have any celebrations in Oregon?
Yes! We will be having a reception at New Life Church in Gladstone on the afternoon of Saturday, November 1. Invitations for this reception will be sent separately. We can't wait to extend our celebrations with you!