Jada and Marli met at Books and Beans. They’re both about as dramatic as it comes and clicked pretty instantly over this. Jada gets married in March and will be Mrs Smith! She is so fun and also such a huge anchor in Marli’s life by pointing her back to Jesus.
Lexie Wright - Maid of Honor
Lexie was Marli’s very first bestie. During childhood, you would rarely see them apart. They were always up to something at Grandma’s house. Though they’re separated by many miles now, they’ll always have each others back. She always has a way to make everybody laugh.
Allison Jones - Bridesmaid
Allison and Marli’s friendship started off rather forcefully. At the very first college meeting, Marli made her sit next to her although they had only barely met once. Since then, Allison hasn’t been able to get away. She is such a stable friend and strong prayer warrior.
Emma Ruth Pedersen - Bridesmaid
Emma Ruth and Marli can often be found eating breakfast together somewhere discussing the deepest mysteries of this world. Emma Ruth is such a faithful friend and excellent listener. She’s always down for a good laugh or intense thought session.
Sydney Miles - Bridesmaid
Marli and Syd actually met through Nathan’s best man. They always are discussing some kind of theological topic or laughing about something their men have said that they definitely can’t understand. Sydney and Marli love to think through tough situations or have a goofy laugh.
Evan Miller - Best Man
Evan and Nathan became friends through a community group at AU. He's an owner of Bedrock Barbell, a powerlifting organization that provides coaching. He and Nathan like to talk politics and debate theology.
Jonathan Mickel - Groomsman
Jonny and Nathan worked a high school job together where they became good friends. He's a mechanical engineering major at Clemson and works out with Nathan frequently. They enjoy Texas Roadhouse together.
Jacob Gipson - Groomsman
Jacob and Nathan became friends in high school, where they took music classes together. They still get together often to create songs and hang out.
Jack Devane - Groomsman
Jack and Nathan have been roommates for all four years at AU. They typically can be found having a romantic meal over cafeteria dinner. Jack really loves spending time on the golf course.
Reuben Legkodukh - Groomsman
Reuben has known Nathan since middle school, and they remained friends by hitting the gym together throughout high school and college. They also like to talk business, life, and theology together.