I’m finally taking a moment to write about the wonderful people that God has put in our lives that will stand with us on our wedding day. These are our dear friends and we are so blessed by their love & friendship. More to come soon!!

Loryn Brown, Maid of Honor

Since the day I left home pretty much Loryn & I have been roommates and best friends. We shared a bedroom (with matching bedspreads) for several years & we even worked many of the same jobs. God has blessed me deeply with her love and friendship. She has not only made my life so much more fun, she has taught me much about discipline and about loving the Lord faithfully. (We’re not usually this tan).

Kate Wright, Bridesmaid

I used to always tell Kate that I’d marry her if she were a man. She has been a dear friend since high school and I have learned so much from her — how to be a good listener, how to share in other’s joy & sorrows. She has been a constant encouragement to me, especially in regards to my relationship to Patrick. The first time I was upset at Patrick, she told me scripture said I could not let the sun set on my anger and that I had to tell Patrick how I was feeling. She not only loves me deeply but challenges me to be a more godly woman.

Brittany Hosner, Bridesmaid

Brittany & I met in college — God brought her all the way from California to swim for UNT & He so thoughtfully put her in my life. She is a humble, incredibly thoughtful, godly woman. She & I were in Bible study together when Patrick & I met & she has always been such an encouragement to both of us. We’re glad that she’s planning to stay in Texas!

Ingrid Stockinger, Bridesmaid

Ingrid & I met at UNT when I first moved to Denton. I didn’t have a job & she didn’t have a car, so we spent a lot of time together! We became good friends and being from Europe, she would spend some of her holidays with my family. After college Mom & I got to go visit her in Austria (the picture of us is from her hometown, Innsbruck). She, Patrick & I went to a concert together the night he decided he liked me. She was always up for having coffee & helping me figure out how I was feeling about him. She’s wonderful & we’re so excited that she’s coming for the wedding!!

Tawni Lauren Gray, Bridesmaid

Tawni is my niece, who I grew up doing everything with. I thought my parents were so cruel when they moved us two hours away from Tawni when I was eight. God drew her to Denton to go to school and He has reminded me of His love & faithfulness to draw His children close through watching Him pursue Tawni. It has been a sweet pleasure to see her long to love Christ more and grow in Him. She is such a hard working, bright woman & I look forward to the day she can do my taxes!