Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Bible Believers Church

Ceremony

The Old Theater

Reception

Dance Party (After Reception; Invite Only)

Fall

Our Wedding

THIS IS A DRY WEDDING! 

Attire

We are wearing our fanciest western, and we would love to see you in yours too!

Speeches & Specials 

If you would like to make a speech at the reception or sing a special song for us, please text Cate (269) 832-9419 before January 1st. We have limited time in our reception space, so we want to plan for you! Thank you!

Parking 

There is a parking lot behind the church and street parking near the church. There is a small parking lot behind the historical building that is available for parking for the reception and a public lot across the street. Additionally, there is some street parking near the reception venue. However, we ask that if you're willing and able that you walk to the reception venue from the church, if possible, to save parking spaces for people in need of the spaces.

Need to Knows

Registry

Our story began with a bold message and a step of courage—the kind that makes your heart race and your thumb hesitate before hitting “send.” That message led us to our first date at Culver’s, where we shared butterburgers, nervous laughs, and then headed off to play pickleball. The conversation flowed easily, but if we’re honest, the sparks weren’t quite flying just yet. We left unsure of where things stood, but hopeful enough to give it another chance. Together, we made a little “10-day deal”: we’d commit to truly getting to know each other, and if it wasn’t right, we’d part ways. But day by day, something unexpected began to happen—we found ourselves laughing harder, sharing more deeply, and slowly realizing that what started as a hesitant step was turning into something real and lasting. Ten days turned into a year, and now into forever. Along the way, we’ve grown closer not only to each other, but also to Christ, and we couldn’t be more excited to spend the rest of our lives together—Culver’s runs, pickleball games, and all.

Our Story

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Stephen came to saving faith by God's grace through the gospel while serving in the Army and now serves as a full-time preacher, founder of Frontline Street Ministry in Grand Rapids, Veterans Chaplain, and evangelist with the Reformed Evangelistic Fellowship. He is a member of Harvest Orthodox Presbyterian Church. Stephen and Isaac met during pro-life outreach outside a local clinic and quickly bonded over a shared commitment to faithfully proclaim the gospel, leading to years of evangelism together. Stephen loves the Lord Jesus Christ and is deeply grateful for God's saving grace; he is the joyful husband of Jessica, father of 5, and grandfather of 4, and is honored to stand as Isaac's best man as Isaac and his bride walk in God's good design for marriage. God is surely good! 

Stephen Nylen

Elaina first met Cate 5 years ago at SAU when she lived across the hall from Elaina on Gamma 2! It did not take long before they became best friends. From eating Cougar Den pizza and watching old Disney shows together, to becoming roommates junior year and having "Old Lady Nights." Elaina says she is lucky to have Cate in her life and cannot wait to see what God has in store for Cate and Isaac! 

Laina Hubach

Daniel is Isaac's uncle and has been married to Isaac's Aunt Rachel for 14 years and is a grateful father of 3. Daniel is grateful to the Lord for His patience, provision, and blessings. Daniel is excited for Cate and Isaac!

Daniel Ammerson

Joy is one of Isaac's sisters and has known him for his 21 years. Being close in age, just 17 months apart, Joy and Isaac have spent a lot of time together over the years, playing (and sometimes arguing), working, singing, laughing, and embarking on adventures of many kinds! Most recently, since Cate came into Isaac's life, Joy has been thankful for the opportunity to get to know her as well and is blessed to be gaining a sister. She is praying for them both and wishing them the Lord's best as they begin life together!

Joy Gentit

Tanner is Cate's brother and Isaac's best friend. Cate and Tanner have always been close and although they may disagree on many things, they have a bond and a love that is strong and full of hugs and arguments. Isaac and Tanner have grown in friendship since Cate and Isaac have been together and they enjoy bowling, shooting guns, watching John Wick, Biblical discussions, and teasing Cate together. Tanner is excited for our future and cannot wait to be an Uncle someday soon! 

Tanner Govier

Kayla has been an honorary member of Cate's family for about 5 years now. Kayla and Cate's friendship has grown closer over the years as she is dating Cate's brother. Kayla and Cate love going out for "girl time" and go for brunch, the movies, shopping, nails, or movie nights in often. Kayla is so excited for Cate and Isaac and their future together! 

Kayla Roysten

Jake is one of Isaac's brothers in Christ and his friend. Jake is a corrections officer at the state prison in Ionia. Jake got to know Isaac well a few years ago through serving the Lord together in both spiritual and physical labor. Their friendship always picks up right where it left off whether it is days or weeks between fellowship. His love for helping any way he can, is always both encouraging and convicting. Jake and his wife Mallory have been married for 17 years and have been blessed with 5 children. They found Christ in 2012 through the house-to-house evangelism of Bible Believers Church of Lowell. Jesus has truly transformed all areas of their lives and blessed them with Isaac's friendship and now Cate's too! 

Jake House

Siya and Cate met at SAU during Cate's sophomore year and have grown closer throughout their 4 years of friendship. They have shared some difficult life changes throughout their friendship and have always had each other as a shoulder to lean on and a listening ear. They enjoy brunch dates, Mexican food, lots and lots of talking together! Siya is so excited for Cate and Isaac and their happy future together! 

Isaac & Cate

Isaac & Cate

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