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Stephen and Jessica first met at their local church’s youth group and were acquaintances up until they started serving as student interns. Their youth pastor (Daniel Tedder, who will be officiating the wedding) asked the group of awkward-high-school-interns to not be so awkward and meet someone in the group they didn’t know very well. Stephen was the first to volunteer, saying “I don’t know Jessica very well,” and thus, a friendship was born. But these two love birds wouldn’t find love until about a year and a half later when they were once again serving at their local church, setting up for Vacation Bible School. At the end of stacking chairs and lugging game supplies, Stephen asked if Jessica would be interested in “getting coffee sometime.” They opted for Chick-Fil-A instead, learning that they both love Jesus, rock n’ roll, and video games. From there, they both developed a mutual crush for each other.	Over the next several months, Stephen and Jessica became best friends until Jessica’s senior ditch day, where they went up to Denver with some friends. At the top story of a Hard Rock café, Stephen asked Jessica if she wanted to “call it for what it is” and make their dating relationship official. Thus, a beautiful relationship began on May 19, 2017. The rest is history.	Stephen and Jessica’s relationship continued to grow stronger and deeper over the next three and a half years. Many video games, adventures, coffees, and Chick-Fil-A dates later, they decided that they always want to do life together. On September 12, 2020, Stephen and Jessica got engaged and will commit themselves to loving each other forever on July 31, 2021.

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Brianna is my sister in Christ. We met way back in middle school and have been best friends ever since. Some of my most cherished memories are from spending time with Brianna in youth group!

Brianna Borst

David is one of the most steadfast, supportive, and God-fearing men in my life. We’ve been best friends since high school, and one of my fondest memories with David was when we road tripped to Arkansas together.

David McDonald 

Sarah is my oldest sister. She has always been supportive of me and is one of the most loyal people I know. One of my fondest memories with Sarah was going to the electric safari at the zoo!

Sarah Hesselberg

Colin—being my oldest friend—Is one of the most loyal and honest guys I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. Some of the best times we’ve had have been saying up till 4 or 5 in the morning talking and making videos.

Colin Harrell

Becca is my second oldest sister. She is super kind and always lets me take her makeup. One of my favorite memories with Becca is going to see one of the new Star Wars movies in theatre with her!

Rebecca Sandwick

Tate is someone I’ve always looked up to. His faith is strong and unwavering and is always an encouragement to me. One of my favorite times with Tate was when we took our friends Snipe Hunting.

Tate Enos

Becky has been one of my closest friend for years now. She has such a gentle and goofy spirit. One of the best memories I have with Becky is going to a youth conference with her in Nebraska!

Rebekah Combs

Matt is one of the most easy-going gents you can meet. If you ask him for anything, he’s there and willing to do it—especially if it means adventure. The best time we’ve had together was in the jungles of Brazil.

Matthew Yost

Allison has been a super close friend of mine for years now. She is one of the most compassionate people I know. One of my greatest memories with Allison is getting to lead students alongside her!

Allison Hawkins

Clint and I met in college when we were studying graphic design, and he’s one of the most talented, humble, and fun guys to be around. Some of my favorite memories with Clint was when we’d listen to spooky podcasts while we worked together.

Stephen & Jessica

Stephen & Jessica

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