Bridal Shower

Bachelor Party (Blind Trip)

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

The very first interaction between her and I that had words was throwing baseball together while chit-chatting back and forth after lighthouse, getting to know each other a little bit. I remember thinking she was very easy to talk to, had an interest and talent for artistic things, and was surprisingly good at throwing a baseball haha! Then we shared a few carpool rides to church events, and again, to my surprise it was just as easy to talk and enjoy each other’s company as the first time. Over some more time, I also started to notice her commitment to her faith, the actions and hard lines she took because of being a follower. I felt admiration for her. It caused me to reflect on my choices and to set harder lines for my faith, which I am very thankful for. To abbreviate some of the love story, next I went to a spring retreat hosted by my church MBC, and she was there as well. She was friendly and kind, so was I, and we spent a fair bit of time together on that retreat. I knew leaving that retreat that I officially had a BIG crush on her but waited for the Lord’s guidance on what to do about that. A couple months passed and finally, after some prayer for reassurance, spiritual growth and friends backing me up, I told her I that I liked her and wanted to get to know her more. “Smooth” /s. We went on multiple dates for a little over a month and on June 13th 2025, I asked her to be my girlfriend after an important dinner date. We later that same night, in a very happy and sentimental moment on the drive home, told each other softly, we loved each other. Jumping forward again, the time together taught us both a lot about what love is as defined by the Bible, and how Jesus’s character and grace is what’s needed to love each other properly. Special shoutout to my first relationship role model, Boaz from the book of Ruth, and showing me how a man honors, respects, and cares for a woman, especially one He plans to marry. The book of Ruth is influential on the date selected for this wedding as well. (Ruth 3:1 NLT) My references of love come from Jesus’s life and teachings in general but, a specific verse is JOHN 3:16, showing love is sacrificial. Also 1 CORITHIANS 13, showing us love’s many characteristics and how it is the greatest and last forever. I encourage you to read these verses if you ever want guidance on love or to know how much God loves you. And finally, the proposal! It was placed at a nice restaurant in Loudoun on our one year dating anniversary. Little did she know it also was going to be the day I asked her if she would marry me. (She had a pretty good intuition about it actually lol, BUT) It went well and beautifully and now we’re taking steps to become one in marriage, praise God! We thank all those that supported and counseled us, whether closely or from a far! We are very excited for the next chapter together!

The Meet-Cute, The Love Story, and The next Chapter

Our Story

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“What can I say, she’s the most amazing person and I love her very much. Praise God for bringing her into my life and for continuing to work in our relationship to this day. He took His time with her.” - Jacob


Alexa and I met through our young adult church group called Lighthouse. 

Alexa Alvarado

Jacob Early is the most kind and patient man I have ever met. You can tell that he sincerely cares for everyone he meets. He is truly a man after God's own heart. I love how God made him, seriously praise God! ~ Alexa
The first time I ever saw him was singing on a stool in Warrenton playing guitar, and the first I ever spoke to him was when we threw baseball together with Lighthouse

Jacob Early

My best bud, who’s been the most consistent and dependable person I have had the pleasure to call friend for over a decade now! We met in high school, got a lot closer senior year through our similar interests and being there for each other  through our ups and downs that come with being a young adult trying to figure it out. Eventually became roommates in Manassas and the rest is history, see ya C-pep!

“Did we just become best friends?” “Yep!”

Fun Facts about Con:
Loves dogs, lifting, has a sweet tooth, and is very soft hearted despite looking tough.

Connor (Con) McEwen

Alexa: I met Grace almost immediately after moving to Virginia, she was very kind, encouraging and always a good friend to turn to when I needed her. She introduced me to "Cupcake Heaven" an amazing bakery in Haymarket, VA. She is such a sharer, one time I watched her cut a cupcake in half with a CD in her car just to make sure we had an equal amount. I have it on video if anyone wants to see.

Grace Cuppett

Madde Free is such a smart cookie, I met her through lighthouse as my leader. She has walked beside me through some real difficult times. This walk isn't for the weak. I appreciate everything about her, God made her so smart and caring. I'm glad she has her brain and I have mine, because I couldn't do everything that she does. She is seriously so capable of anything. I sincerely admire her. I so am glad to call her my friend.

Madde Free

My brother, who’s been through many things with me and has had the same start point as me in life. We have gone through many ups and downs together and the loyalty and love is undeniable. I am glad to have him next to me as support for this special day!

John Early

Wedding Party

Q + A

Travel

Info:

Let's celebrate Alexa and pamper her before she steps into a new chapter in her life!Come and join us for some games and prizes, pray and wish her the best before her big day.We will provide a meal to enjoy together!Please be sure to view Jacob and Alexa's registry attached.We are in the house all the way in the back, between the green barn and the brick house, passing the gate.We look forward to celebrating Alexa together!

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Semi Formal Attire (read description below)Men: can wear a suit with a tie or a button down with a tie (Fun ties allowed), dress pants and dress shoes. Be aware the colors of the groom’s party will be a blue suit and pink or light blue tie. Please do not match their suit combinations.Women: can wear dresses, dress pants or jumpsuits. Please do not wear bright/light pink or white as these will be the colors of the bride and bride’s party.

Jacob & Alexandra

Jacob & Alexandra

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