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Mary and Ezer share an extraordinary love story marked by God’s faithfulness every step of the way. They first met in 2018 as students at Trinity Western University. True to who she is, Mary warmly introduced herself and made Ezer feel welcome right away. What began as a simple friendship quickly grew into something deeper as they discovered how much they had in common: a heart for serving others, a love for adventure, a passion for working with children, and most importantly a shared devotion to Jesus.Ezer joined the children’s ministry that Mary had led in previous years, and during those moments when Mary filled in, they had the chance to get to know one another more. Soon, they found themselves spending hours together studying, walking around campus, and challenging each other to air hockey matches. Over Christmas break, they realized just how much they missed one another. When they returned to campus, they confessed their feelings, and on February 12, 2019, they officially began their relationship.From that day on, they spent every moment they could together studying, walking, playing more air hockey, and setting off on countless adventures. They fell in love with hiking, biking, and discovering new places, and together they uncovered the beauty of British Columbia.Mary was eager for Ezer to meet her family, and after being best friends through the pandemic and spending nearly every day together, they took a road trip to Redlands, California. There, Ezer met Mary’s family and quickly bonded with her nephew Bryant and niece Ellie. They explored Los Angeles, the beach, the mountains, and even made it to Disneyland. The trip brought them even closer.Back in BC, their adventures continued. They traveled with Mary’s family to Utah, Colorado, and San Diego. Ezer met more of Mary’s nephews, including Nolan and Ezra, and became deeply loved by her family. Mary also formed close relationships with Ezer’s parents, who gave him their blessing to one day marry her.Through every season joyful and challenging they continued to grow in love, supporting and encouraging one another. Mary’s love for animals introduced Ezer to a house full of foster kittens, puppies, and even guinea pigs. Ezer’s love for nature and staying active led Mary on countless outdoor adventures. Together, they built a life full of laughter, service, and faith.After six years of love, growth, and unforgettable memories, Ezer asked Mary to marry him at their favorite nature spot, Cultus Lake. They are overjoyed to spend their lives together, growing closer and chasing new adventures side by side.They have shared their love for British Columbia with Mary’s entire family, who visited and met baby Quinn, and they have also traveled to Rwanda, where Mary had the joy of meeting many of Ezer’s family members. Though much of their story has unfolded in BC, Mary’s love for the beach and for San Diego captured Ezer’s heart as well. Together, they are thrilled to be married in La Jolla, San Diego, on July 12, 2026 a beautiful celebration of their love, faith, and commitment to one another.

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