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We are so excited to celebrate this significant day with you! It is not lost on us that we have such incredible people in our lives who have supported us, prayed for us, and loved us all these years and we wouldn't want to spend this day without you. We invite you to take a look around the website and find some travel/hotel recommendations if you are from out of town or get to know our wonderful bridal party! We love you!

Our Wedding

As with most stories the LORD writes, ours began with a promise — a promise made a few years ago.

That season was a whole lot of space. Just the LORD and I in a little town in Oklahoma. Everyone had their own battles to fight. I met the LORD there. In that context of contented singleness lol... I (Zac) spent Independence Day weekend in Oklahoma with Felicia, Hannah, Josiah, and of course...Kenzie. For the longest time, Kenzie really was just Hannah's friend to me. Kenz and I had lots of fun, and I felt this draw to her I couldn't really describe or control. She helped me decorate the room I'd just moved into while Hannah and Josiah were on a date. She conveniently spelled her name on my wall with the glow-in-the-dark stars I'd entrusted to her. Truly a ten-talent woman. So, as one does, I asked the LORD to free me from this, haha. I was actually at my sister Hannah's house in Norman when I asked Him. His response has redefined the past few years of our lives. "...you're meant to be with her. What's next is not for you to know. Just simply obey. I'll do the rest, as I always have..." My head was spinning after hearing this. Then and now, I'm learning... The LORD really does give good gifts!

waiting for the promise

The weekend was over and I was in the same place as before. Alone in my room, on my bed. Just the LORD and I. Although now, I couldn't get her out of my head! In the following weeks and months I asked the LORD many times about this promise He'd made. Through different seasons, levels of health and busyness, He always affirmed the promise He'd made to me. I held it in my heart with hope. As time went on, we saw each other more and more frequently at family events. My heart only grew more and more fond of her. She only had just begun considering the possibility of us being in relationship, after a conversation between her and my sister Hannah. My sister had a huge part to play in the beginning of our relationship, and to her, I am grateful.

grace to connect

Even more time passed; seasons changed. I wanted to pursue her, and knew in time that I would. My heart was nearly ready to be honest with her. Sadly, I had already committed to six months of YWAM. The LORD told me clear as day: "Hold her in your heart, don't forget her..." He also told me to write her an album with all the feelings I had swirling around in my chest. I'm still writing that album today. At this point we talked for about five minutes... a month. Needless to say, I couldn't tell if I was crazy or really hearing God. I'm learning as time goes on.. that's normal in discipleship.

The summer before was filled with waiting, memories with my Dad, and lots of fishing... But everything shifted when Fall came. At some point in November, Kenzie drove up to Oklahoma. She came to visit my sister, Felicia, who was in OU at the time. One of the last nights, I was invited to hang out with them. We had Thai food and played card games—a combination Kenz and I still enjoy to this day. I wrote another song to Kenz on the way home. God has done this so faithfully in our relationship. He provides and protects safe little bubbles for Kenz and I to grow closer. It's felt simple in a lot of ways. Not fighting uphill, but walking at the pace of love, with the wind to our backs.

December had finally come, and with it UPPERROOM's annual "End of Year" conference in Texas. I was expectant for the LORD to bring perspective and excited to see my family, so when Kenzie told me over the phone that she was coming as well, it was truly just a bonus for me. This is undoubtedly where things shifted for us.

okay... catching feels fs

Things were all so different. She began looking at me in a new way. She looked with eyes that said something. That something, we both knew, had to wait. But for how long? Only the LORD knew at the time. Kenz had also just dyed her hair copper and red, something that will always remind me of that season. It was day-to-day how awkward we were, haha! I think I was more chill internally than her, but I'm also pretty biased. I didn't bring up dating her that weekend. It didn't feel like the time yet. But we were both dying to just have that conversation out of the way.

doing the scary thing

At some point, I had to make a choice. I felt things in my heart escalating. I really liked Kenz and wanted to pursue her, but it all seemed far-fetched. So, as I've learned is my best course of action by now, I asked God. He told me very simply—through the mouths of mentors, pastors, and family—that it was time to do the scary thing. It was time to be honest. I was terrified. I didn't see Kenz the way I do now. Looking back, I really could've just driven down to Dallas, and I wish I had. Thankfully, though, the LORD shows up in our weakness and provides grace for His will to be accomplished. On January 16th, two weeks after EOY, Kenz texted me, asking for me to tell her where I was at concerning "us." In all the LORD had said, I knew what obedience was. That night, after a lot of nerves, I asked Kenz to be my girlfriend—and she said yes! God truly is kind to me.

forever?

All that was quite a while ago. A lot has changed since then. Grief, seasons, and homes have all come and gone. YWAM and six months of long distance stretched us greatly. Kenz discovered—somewhat sorrowfully—that I am, in fact, a car guy. I learned, over many failed attempts, how to bond over hypotheticals in the car, like buying a passing home that isn't for sale, while I'm tired and hungry. Okay, but seriously... here are a few things we've learned along the way.

First, I'll say that feelings are not as much as the world has made them out to be. Feelings cannot fill. Feelings cannot satisfy. Feelings cannot sustain. Feelings are valuable and from the LORD, but they are no master. I've found that feelings come and go, but the word of the LORD remains the same. There are times when we've both found ourselves empty, hurt, and completely disconnected. Oftentimes the enemy—knowing the wounds of our hearts—will try to make us trigger those in each other. In the depths of those emotions, it's the Word of the LORD that sustains and leads our relationship. Our rock bottom cannot become giving up. Because of what He's said and done, rock bottom means waiting on Him to fulfill a promise. It doesn't make it easy, but there's life and peace in that place with Him.

Another thing we’ve learned is our “why.” God’s steadfast, covenant love operates so differently from the world’s love. The world negotiates out of fear; the LORD gives freely and extravagantly. The world withholds at the first sign of lack; the LORD is faithful even when betrayed. It feels awkward and unnatural to us—and that’s because it is. I’ve found who Kenzie is to be worth loving. That gets to dictate how I love her. That’s my “why.” I’m confident Kenz would say the same, in her own words. We’re far from perfect, but we’re learning—over time—what real love looks like: that we would endure, hope, and believe all things because we see the other person as valuable, and we have love to give. Not withholding from lack, but giving from a full and secure portion. (Below is just a cute picture of Kenz... how could I stay mad at that face?)

Lastly, we’ve learned and relearned the value of the simple gospel. Christ—knowing that all our sins, shortcomings, failures, sickness, and disease would be cast on Him—willingly went to the cross. He endured simply because He found us worth loving. Worth giving His life for. Who are we to disagree with Christ’s appraisal of our value? Kenz has offered me grace more times than I can count—and as far as I know (lol), she's not keeping a secret record. Soon after returning from Kona, I became overwhelmed by my to-do list. I stayed up late each night, stressed and making thousands of plans for how I'd get everything done. I knew the LORD was asking me to slow down and rest, but I was terrified I wouldn't finish it all. I continued to stay up. I walked in unbelief for a time. The LORD convicted me that my independence was sinful, and I could see how it kept me from loving Kenz well. I came to her and apologized, and I remember her so graciously listening and releasing me, even though it had cost her something. This is a small example, but the principle is the same: Without the blood of Christ, we wouldn't make it far at all. Our desire and aim is that our marriage would reflect and reveal Christ in every way.

We're so honored and excited to have you witness and celebrate the covenant we'll be making. We hope our wedding is simply a glimpse of the wedding day to come. Maranatha! Come, LORD!

A Side Note From Kenzie

Zachary did a fantastic job of telling you howww we ended up dating but didn't share how we got engaged so I thought I would just add that in. Over the year and a half after we started dating we started long distance, Zac in Oklahoma me in Dallas, then Zac in Euless me in Dallas, then 6 months of the longest long distance while Zac did YWAM, then Dallas and Dallas to another move that put me 45 minutes outside of Dallas. In the last month we have made the move to Santa Cruz, CA where we officially live about 100 yards walking distance from each other. All of that to say, in all the moves and change and distance the Lord has been so faithful to grow us and teach us deeper what it looks like to love Him and each other deeply. Dating Zac has been one of the kindest things from the Lord, he is kind and gentle, has a heart of integrity and deep passion for the Lord. Walking through this journey together in all the ups and downs has been a gift because I've gotten to do it with my best friend. Okay now to June 10th, the day we got engaged. At this point I knew we were getting engaged soon but I didn't know when. I had gotten a dress the weekend before and Zac very casually said, "we should go out to dinner Tuesday so you can wear your new dress!". Now this was not uncommon for him to do so I didn't think much of it but for some reason I felt the desire to get alllll ready for dinner. Zac showed up to picked me up and took me to a steak house for dinner. Again you would think at this point I would be thinking, "maybe the nice dinner and outfits means he's going to propose" but no, no thoughts about that. After dinner we headed for what I thought was dessert but we drove by my school where I had just moved away from a month prior and where we had spent so much time falling in love and doing life together. I waved at the school and said, "Hi DTS" and Zac said, "We should stop and say hi, we can reminisce." So we parking and started walking toward my old building, it was finally at this point that I realized what was happening. We stopped at the same spot that Zac has kissed me for the first time except this time he was asking to spend the rest of his life with me. I said "yes" of course and the photographer invited us to take some pictures on the other side of campus. We walked over and to my surprise all my friends and Zac's family were there with a whole party set up for us! It was such a fun and sweet celebration with everyone and I was so impressed with all of Zac's planning skills. All to say, a month later we made the move to California and are eagerly waiting for this day to come when we get to make covenant in front of all of you!

Our Story

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Alli married my brother over 10 years ago now and she has truly become my sister. We have spent many nights eating charcuterie, crafting, and watching our little shows and I am so grateful to be family. She is kind, generous, creative, and an incredible mom to three of my favorite little humans.

Alli Klassen

Hannah and I met doing YWAM in 2020. After YWAM I moved to Texas and we quickly became best friends and I have been provoked by her faithfulness and heart of worship to the Lord. She also in my move to Texas introduced me to her family so I could know some people in my new home, little did she know introducing me to the fam would lead us here! 

Hannah Gonzales

Cambria became my youth leader when I was in 8th grade and her husband Jeremiah was one of our youth pastors. Over many years, missions trips, and other big life events experienced together the Spears have become family to me and I couldn't imagine this day without her standing by me! Cambria is one of the bravest people I know in the way she pursues the Lord and it is a gift to know her.

Cambria Spears

Becca and I had the unique privilege of living arms distance away from each other in our tiny room our first year of seminary. Becca is incredibly passionate and obedient to the Lord's leading and her joy in the Lord is provoking. We had some of the best times late at night shifting between screaming laughing over nothing and deep theological discussions. 

Becca Thompson

Kamaryn and I have known each other for 15 years and she is one of my high school besties. Kamaryn is one of the most thoughtful and hard working people I know. Kam, Brooke and I have lived some LIFE together and I am so grateful for our long-time friendship and all we have gotten to support each other in over the years. 

Kamaryn Maltes

Brooke and I have known each other for over 15 years now and she is also my high school bestie. Through high school proms, college grads, weddings and now a sweet baby for her, she is one of the most caring people I have known and it has been a gift to have a life-long friend like her. 

Brooke Wagner

Erynn and I met at work when I moved to Texas. She quickly moved from being my co-worker to my friend, then my boss for a little and then I adopted her as my big sister once she moved to a new job to ensure she would stay in my life. Anddd it worked she has been such a gift in this season I have lived in Dallas. Erynn is wise and compassionate, she pursues the Lord with purity of heart and its beautiful :)

Erynn Lasse

The Carnefix family were the first people to welcome me to Texas and they have taken me in like family. For four years we had Sunday night family dinners eating Chilis and watching Survivor. Grace has become the best little sister to me with countless Bahama Bucks runs and dance parties. Grace is really one of the most resilient people I've known in the way she pursues life with joy and empathy for others.

Grace Carnefix

Andy has been my friend and role model my entire life. He also happens to be my cousin. Andy is as faithful as they come. Consistent and kind. Also stunningly intelligent and talented. He wholeheartedly seeks to honor and love the LORD with the entirety of his heart. This man can CAPTIVATE a room and stir their hearts in the LORD about 100 different ways. I've watched him selflessly serve his family, prioritizing them before even himself. He champions the gifts and dreams of others without ever expecting anything in return. In the midst of all this, Andy is gentle, safe and humble. If I ever needed a ride to the airport, or a pillow to take a nap on, Andy was the obvious option!

Andy Strauss

Nathan Brown is one of the most zealous, passionate and intentional people I know. He also happens to be my older cousin. I grew up looking up to him, and of course, adopting everything He pursued as my dream. As we've grown up, Nate, Andy, and I have become inner circle for each other. We celebrate the highs, strengthen each other in the lows, and wrestle with what it looks like to walk out our faith together. The way Nate has pursued fullness in God, and excellence in the works of his hands has inspired me to do the same. I remember watching Nate's senior recital online while I was in Oklahoma. I felt the power of the gospel hitting me while I was sitting in my truck. There's a gravity to the way he beholds, worships and witnesses to who the LORD is. Plus... he's a great dancer. I can't wait to see this man on the dance floor.

Nathan Brown

Nolan Kelly. Where do I even begin? Nolan and I have done it all together. 3am fishing trips. 8 hour roadtrips. Checking each other for ticks. Coyote hunting. Too many calories to count. Way too many hours of video games. Trespassing. Working on the truck. Breaking at least one of each expensive thing we own. If it's a way boys bond, we've probably done it together. Nolan is one of the most solid, reliable men I know. While he doesn't often admit it, He's also got a very tender heart. He cares deeply for people, and the LORD, in the face of offense and hurt. Nolan is also not a friend of fear, and you won't find him walking in it very often. I've walked with Him through many phases and seasons, and I wouldn't trade those moments for anything. My best friend for a long time and my brother for life.

Nolan Kelly

Josiah Gonzales is Hannah's husband, but also my friend. Josiah is one of the most meek, humble, and confident people I know. It's actually really impressive how little I've ever seen a situation keep him from being himself in the LORD. He's consistent and reliable. I've seen it happen in my family, and I'm sure it's the same story wherever he goes, but it's his humility that establishes him. He doesn't grasp for attention or validation, or try to create or manipulate environments in his favor. Josiah gently serves and encourages the people around him... and it's pretty impossible not to love him for it. I'm the only brother in my family and was pretty opposed to anybody dating my sisters... so by God's grace he brought Josiah along first to soften my heart and help me release my sisters to the LORD. I'm honored to be called his brother!

Josiah Gonzales

Justin Yuen is a servant hearted leader, and levite, and a really good time! Justin was my room leader in Kona and a remember seeing, actually a better word would be hearing, him getting up in the middle of the night to go serve in the prayer room. Many nights He would come home from small groups or serving late at night, get completely ready for.. and in bed, then look over and see one of us. He'd ask how we were doing, get out of bed, and minster to us with kindness and wisdom. Justin has deeply influenced the way I see the LORD and the way I relate to him in the three months I lived with him. I'm deeply grateful for the Man of God that he is and his heart to share that!

Justin Yuen

Jacob Cambell is my dawg. I actually met Jacob in the DFW airport on the way to Kona. We then flew on the same flight, registered at the same time, and got keys to the same room. God has consistently put us in spaces to strengthen and encourage each other. Honestly Jacob still wanting to be my friend after three months of hearing me snore is a sign from God all on its own. Sorry, Kenz.. haha! Jacob is a fiery evangelist, good friend, and lifelong fan of the Mall Cop series.

Jacob Cambell

Fletcher Klassen is Kenzie's older brother. I met Fletcher a year and a half ago on a family trip to Canada. He took me out to coffee to ask me what my intentions were for Kenzie, and I was definitely more than a bit nervous. In our conversation Fletcher was kind and his heart was that Kenz would be loved, valued and protected by me. I've seen him live out the same things toward his family the times we've gotten to be in the same place. He's also a Broncos fan, and I think it's going to be refreshing to be related to somebody who isn't a diehard cowboys fan, haha!

Fletcher Klassen

Wedding Party

Travel Info

Day of Info

Q + A

This hotel is in the heart of Old Town Clovis and is a cute place to walk around! It is about 30 minutes from the wedding venue and 15 minutes from the airport.

Best Western Clovis Cole

This hotel is located close to the Sierra Vista Mall and is also about 30 minutes from the wedding venue and about 15 minutes from the airport.

Courtyard Fresno Clovis

This hotel is close to the cute town of Kingsburg and is 10 minutes to the wedding venue and 25 minutes from the airport.

Holiday Inn Selma-Swancourt by IHG

This hotel is also close to the cute town of Kingsburg and is 10 minutes from the wedding venue and 30 minutes from the airport.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Selma Kingsburg

Travel

There are two great neighborhoods that are fun to experience Christmas lights! There are even carriage rides some nights and hot chocolate being sold, it can be quite magical :) Christmas Tree Lane - Old Fig Garden 3204 N Van Ness Blvd, Fresno, CA 93704 Candy Cane Lane - Clovis 847 N Cindy Ave, Clovis, CA 93611

See Christmas Lights

Grab a cup of coffee at Kuppa Joy before you walk down Pollasky and check out all the cute antique shops. The Foundry Collective is also a cute place to find locally made goods.

Tour Old Town Clovis

Downtown Kingsburg is a cute Swedish inspired village that has multiple fun stores to pop into after grabbing a cup of coffee at Kuppa Joy on Draper.

Downtown Kingsburg 

Restaurants We Recommend

Heirloom (Fresno)Our favorite farm to table restaurant in town. Truly there isn't anything we have tried on the menu we didn't like! House of JuJu (Clovis)Great local place located in Old Town Clovis with awesome burgers and sliders. Me'n'Eds Pizza (Fresno &amp; Clovis)Best pizza in town in my (Kenzie's) personal opinion.

If you have extra time to stay in town...

Hume Lake Christian Camps is an hour and a half drive from Fresno through Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park. I (Kenzie) grew up coming up here every summer for a week with my family. If it's not snowing it is an awesome place for a quick visit to see beautiful mountains and visit the giant sequoia trees.

Visit Hume Lake in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks 

Yosemite is a 2 or so hour drive from Fresno and is internationally known for its incredible views and hikes. Though it will be December it might be the perfect time to go in the off season and see some waterfalls without the crowds.

Zachary + Mckenzie

Zachary + Mckenzie

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