Wedding Day

Harborside Chapel

Ceremony

Tampa Garden Club

Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

In Fall 2018, Matthew and Julia fell in love… but not with each other! In their own individual experiences, Matthew and Julia fell in love with Jesus Christ and chose to make Jesus the Lord of their lives. Why is this the beginning of their story? Because, without knowing Jesus, Matthew and Julia would lack the greatest model of sacrificial love that is to be reflected in their marriage.&nbsp; While they were students at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette involved in Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship, Matthew and Julia spent two years strengthening their love for God simply by reading His Word and choosing to pursue Him daily. In December 2020, Matthew and Julia finally met face to face, and they were lost for words… Not so much because they fell in love yet but because they were at a Silent Prayer Retreat.&nbsp; A couple months later, Julia made the first move! She was wrestling with some thoughts in her faith and, needing answers, approached Matthew without prior conversation or small talk to ask one of the most challenging questions possible. Daily conversations continued as they began the journey to the deepest companionship they would ever experience. Through these conversations, Matthew recognized and was drawn to the depths of Julia’s desire to know and follow Jesus and her desire to love others as Jesus did. Simultaneously, Julia recognized and was drawn to the patience that Matthew had towards others.&nbsp; Confident in who the other was, they officially started dating June 28, 2021. In the beginning, Julia and Matthew both assumed that the other expected perfection. However, they grew more secure through opportunities to gain trust, communicating with each other, and knowing that with each other was a safe place to make mistakes. They learned that mistakes provide opportunities for one of them to step out to show grace and to be understanding, proving the committed love that they have towards each other.&nbsp; The blessings of the relationship have far outweighed the struggles of the relationship. Matthew says “Julia is the most incredible person I know, and I am blessed to be able to marry her. On one side of the spectrum, Julia can be the weirdest and goofiest person that I know, making me laugh more than anyone else ever could. But on the other side of the spectrum, she has the deepest desire to love others and to lay down everything to follow Jesus that I have ever witnessed. Her unique combination brings greater depths to our relationship because, in one moment, she is my best friend who makes every small moment the most memorable moments. But in another moment, she is my soon-to-be wife who will be full of grace, who will push me towards being right with God, and who will selflessly love me no matter the situation because of the vows that we will make with each other.” Regarding Matthew, Julia says “When people ask me how I knew Matthew was the one, I usually just prefer to tell stories to better illustrate my answer. There are several moments I can pinpoint as times that I fell deeper in love with Matthew, but my favorite story is actually when we were first getting to know each other. When we first met, we wanted to spend as much time together as we could. We found excuses to be around each other constantly. One time, we both came to the cafe to hangout with our friends (which is code for we actually came to see each other), and as we started talking, Matthew noticed a new person walk in and sit at a table alone. Rather than continuing our conversation, he respectfully said, ‘I’d love to talk to you, but I need to go sit with that guy who is eating alone.’ While this may be a small example, it showed me that Matthew saw the needs of others greater than his own. He’s proved that to me throughout our relationship by consistently putting his comfort aside for the best interest of others. I’ve been able to better understand Jesus’ character by watching Matthew live out his life. Just as Jesus was concerned with the broken and oppressed, Matthew lives his life in search of the broken to show them the love of Jesus.” Saying that Matthew and Julia are excited for marriage would be an understatement, for what words could express the joy of committing to honoring and serving one another, to cherishing a family together, to partnering in inviting the broken to be loved, and to pursuing the Father as one until they join Him for eternity.

Our Story

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I’m Jessica Angelo, like Julia I also played college volleyball! I am the younger sister of the beautiful bride. My favorite memory with Julia is the “rollerblade incident of 2021” if you want to hear this story just find me and I will explain (It’s a good one).

Jessica Angelo

Jacob Templet

One thing about me is that I’m going to make the most of every moment in life. I met Matthew and Julia in college and we’ve just grown in relationship over the years. My favorite thing about Matthew and I’s friendship is that strive to out serve one another in love always.

Jairus Martin

Avery Breaux

My name is Zachary Parks. I graduated from UL in mechanical engineering and I'm an intern at Chi Alpha. I met Matthew in a Bible study group and we proceeded to suffer through engineering together, while drawing closer to God together over the last 5 years.

Zack Parks

Annamarie Huy

McKennon heald. Indiana born and raised. Love agriculture and the outdoors. Matt is the brother I never had growing up. Matt and I's favorite book is The Giving Tree!

Mckennon Head

Sister of the groom. Crochet enthusiast.  Thimble collector. Being the oldest, I dressed up my brothers as if they were dolls, which included dresses, bows, and makeup. 

Marissa Head

Hey y’all! I’m Princess (yes that’s my real name lol). I graduated from UL in mass communications and am now a campus missionary with Chi Alpha. Julia has been a light in my life as she graciously strives to live out the calling of a true follower of Jesus. I’m grateful for a friendship that encourages and challenges me in so many ways. Matthew and Julia continue to set a beautiful example of what it looks like to love selflessly and to honor others above yourself. I’m so excited for their future together!!

Princess Bolden

Hi I’m Lindsey and I know Julia from high school volleyball and club volleyball! Julia and I have seen each other through blood, sweat, and tears (literally) and some laughs too :) One of my favorite memories with Julia is when she wrote the entire chorus of a Hannah Montana song on my volleyball senior picture and said I can’t wait for you to be my bridesmaid.

Lindsey Bauer

My name is John Angelo, I’m currently a sophomore in high school and playing football. Julia is my sister and I met Matthew for the first time when he came to our house and I’m really excited to learn more about him.

John Angelo

My name is Pupa, spunky cousin of the bride, always there to play volleyball with you and recite any movie quote you may need. My favorite memories are from when Julia, Jessica, Gabby and I would set up carpet volleyball tournaments in the backyard and play like our lives depended on it. What I love most about julia is she is always there when you need someone to talk to.

Mariella Haimes

My name is Gabby, I am Julia’s cousin and she was one of my closest pals growing up!
She was always my volleyball partner when we played backyard ball and my reason for showing up to family gatherings!

Gabby Haimes

Hi I’m Jessie! I live in West Palm Beach Florida. I like playing volleyball and caring for my 2 adorable kitties! When Julia and I met our freshman year of high school, she was so nice to me that I thought she was being disingenuous. it turns out Julia is actually just the kindest person with the biggest heart! 

Jessie Minton

My name is Cameron Collier. I’m a graduate student at UL Lafayette working on a master’s in history. Matthew has been one of my best friends since I met him in 2018, and Julia has become one of my favorite people as I’ve gotten to know her in recent months. Together, they have helped me grow closer to God, and I couldn’t be more excited to see what He has in store for them.

Cameron Collier

Andrew Pennoyer

Nyjal Kelly

Wedding Party

Q + A

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Northwest-Oldsmar, an IHG Hotel

Last Day to Book: Saturday, May 6, 2023

Aloft Tampa Downtown

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Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Oldsmar

Another great option could be getting your people together and making it a long weekend in an Air Bnb!

Travel

Riverwalk Tampa Florida

Pier 60 Clearwater

Get in a couple days early and get a day pass to Busch Gardens!

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Ybor City Saturday Market

Williams Park Summer Market

Courtney Campbell Trail

Dunedin Causeway

STROLL YBOR CITY

St. Petersburg is one of my favorite cities to visit. Awesome place to explore local art and get some good food!

Julia & Matthew

Julia & Matthew

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