Neustädter Marienkirche - Evangelisch-Lutherische Neustädter Marien-Kirchengemeinde Bielefeld

Ceremony / Zeremonie

Steigenberger Hotel Bielefelder Hof

Reception / Rezeption

Spring

Our Wedding

This fairy tale is brought into existence through two people born continents, nations, and cultures apart.Simon spawned first in the "non-existant" city of Bielefeld to the lovely Kerstin + Christoph. Three years later, Blessmore was born to Masline+ Alex in Harare, unaware that "our happily ever after" would be continents away.Blessie always wanted to explore the world, but never in her wildest dreams imagined settling in Germany. Likewise, Simon could only point out Zimbabwe's location on the Atlas. As Destiny would have it, she relocated to Münster.So far from home but so close to the new sanctuary we are now building together.

Separate Beginnings

Amid the chaos of 2020, two kindred souls learned to endure arduous circumstances. Separated by 190 kilometers and confined to our solitary home offices, we held fast to a shared desire to keep the flame between us burning, for where there is a will, there is a way.The Mission Objective of defending our immune systems, like steadfast Ark Knights, soon faded into the background, as something far greater took its place.Our bond grew in ways we never imagined. We became each other’s momentum, shelter on uncertain days, and lifted one another when the grey skies grew heavy, when the light dimmed, and hope felt just out of reach.

A path travelled together

By the end of 2020, we had both unlocked a new and unexpected fear, the gut-wrenching thought of facing New Year’s Eve as a solo operation. The fear was more pronounced for Simon, who had carefully maintained a perfect streak of New Year’s Eve Barbecue ritual, a tradition as sacred as it was legendary. Among his rare and heart-warming superpowers is a Michelin-starred barbecue skill. Year after year, winter after winter, he rose to the flames, defending his self-proclaimed title as champion of the League among the Legends of BBQ. But this year everything felt different. He feared the night would pass Dead by Daylight, with the fire glowing but without meaning.All this changed when courage flared like a spark. With a brave, hopeful breath, he reached out and invited a human so close but far away to share the firelight, laughter, and the quiet certainty that 2021 was never meant to begin apart, but with us.... and so, together, we chose each other.

Cold days and bright beginnings

The moment Blessie walked in, Simon could feel winter loosen its grip. Light followed her in, warm and undeniable, as if the creator had once again declared “let there be light”. The long-awaited laughter filled the space, and before we knew it, we had slipped into our most familiar magic of endless political conversations (#politicalnerds). Our voices, thoughts, and intellect mirrored and intertwined in perfect harmony, as though the fate of kingdoms depended on it. In that moment, it became clear that the final piece of the puzzle had been revealed, not in the form of a missing rib but in the form of a nerd. Our fairy tale did not begin with fairy dust or spells, but with ideas, debates, curiosity, and a shared eagerness to understand the world. Our bond found its roots there, and soon enough, extended into Hearthstone, where strategy and magic define a relaxing, perfect evening. Time swept across unnoticed in our enchanted realm, so much so that we nearly forgot the real world existed at all. Sadly, reality awaited us impatiently to log back in, and there, fate added a touch of comedy to the tale. Simon’s new barbecue machine, destined to be a hero of the night, lay unboxed and unassembled. What followed was a glorious, unforgettable moment as the master failed to bring his apparatus to life. It became a legend instantly, an Undertale guaranteed to echo through the years. Blessie has since sworn to preserve this tale forever and surely retell it with loving exaggeration.After all, she had saved the day without hesitation, but with a grace that turned chaos into laughter. That right there was a green flag unfurled. She was not only brilliant but also exuded a steady aura mixed with kindness and generosity. As if destiny wished to leave no doubt, she fell instantly in love with Simon’s favorite interactive sci-fi tale, Detroit: Become Human. In that moment, the future arrived all at once.

For Blessie, it was in that moment of beautiful chaos that certainty took over. Long before the words were uttered, before promises were made, her heart already knew. Simon represented everything she had ever hoped for, the quiet answer her soul had been waiting to recognize. He was her Genesis 2:24, not found by chance, but designed to be.

In fact, we both knew then, utterly and unmistakably, that this was it. We wanted to weave our fates together, to make her destiny his Destiny 2. Together, we would face every quest, every glitch, and every boss battle. Our fairy tale chose love, laughter, and a shared life, one level, one story, and one us for all time. What began in the stillness and uncertainty of a pandemic unfolded into something sacred. From that night forward, a new ritual wove itself into our story. Every New Year, we light the coal barbecue in the cold, running through winter air with laughter echoing behind us, sitting down together for one last good meal, and lingering over board games as the old year gently slips away.

Soon, this bond will be sealed before God and our favorite people on the 8th of May, 2026. Not as an ending, but as the promise of a lifetime still waiting to be written

Happy days and happier years

Our Story

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The Big Night

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Wedding Party

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Unsere Geschichte

There's an incredible amount of things to do in Germany, let alone Europe. As a first time visitor, you may feel overwhelmed at the amount of options you have on how to spend your time waiting for the big day!Don't worry, we have a bunch of recommendations within reasonable driving distance of Bielefeld that are probably worth experiencing. Try One, See them all, there is no right or wrong answer to how you want to spend your time on the continent!

First Time in Europe? No Problem!

Simons Hometown and the site of the big event!There's a lot to be seen and experienced around town. Some sightseeing attractions worth visiting include:- Dr. Oetker World (Pre-Booking with a lot of time required, may soon be booked out)https://eventbuchungen.oetker.de/dr-oetker-welt/gefuehrter-rundgang- Sparrenburg and historic guided tours through the catacombs and battlementshttps://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/29520- Historic town center tour (No date known for May 2026 yet, may need to be booked by a group)https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/rundfahrt-

Bielefeld

Just a short train ride away you'll find yourself at the Kölner Dom, one of the most impressive churches of Europe:https://www.koelner-dom.de/You can book a ride on the famous river Rhine, visit famous museums like the Chocolate Museum Köln or simply enjoy the diverse restaurant scene and a tour of the Kölsch brewery. Other highlights include the Rheinseilbahn and Museum Ludwig.

Köln (Cologne)

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Dortmund is the capital of football in NRW and Düsseldorf is the capital of NRW outright.Due to their proximity they can easily be visited in one sweeping trip.Dortmund has Signal Iduna Park, the largest football stadium in Germany, featuring its infamous "Wall of yellow" - a truly breathtaking atmossphere, if you can snatch tickets. Other attractions include Skywalk Dortmund, the German Football Museum, the Westfalenpark and Dortmund Zoo.Düsseldorf offers a variety of cultural sites and museums like the pictured car museum "Classic Remise", guided tours and lively festivals. More information about them can easily be found at https://www.visitduesseldorf.de/en

Dortmund & Düsseldorf

Berlin

Hamburg

There's plenty of international attractions closeby!Here's some sights to see within driving distance:- Maastricht Underground catacombs (Book a tour!)- Amsterdam tulip gardens- Antwerp central diamond and harbor district, try Belgian waffles straight from the source!- Paris (Daytrip recommended)- The danish islands like Aero- Legoland Billund- Phantasialand Brühl (for adrenaline junkies)- Prague

Simon & Blessmore

Simon & Blessmore

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