Jessica & Thomas
Wedding Party
Renee Danner
Maid of Honor
"My name is Renee and Jessica is my youngest sister. We are 4 and a half years apart but often get mistaken for being twins. Jess and I initially got close through years of dance competitions, but growing into adulthood, Jess has been my rock. She has been here through my rough times and this has made us closer than ever. My daughter Avery loves her Auntie Jess and Uncle Tom and we are so excited for this new addition to our family."
Michaela Danner
Maid of Honor
"Jess is my little sister. We've spent the last twenty-one years playing, laughing and growing together. From building forts and finding worms in the mud to homework sessions and baking cupcakes, she has always been by my side. She is smart, kind, and she has always been the goofiest person in the room. That is, until she met Tom."
Audra Smith
Bridesmaid
"Hi my name is Audra and I’ve known Jess for almost 11 years! Jess and I met at church when we were younger and then reconnected our freshman year of college when we were randomly assigned to live across from each other on the same floor! I was so scared coming to Biola because I did not know anyone, so I believe it was such a God thing that she was randomly assigned in the room across from me. From freshman year to now, our friendship has grown so much and I am so excited to stand by her on her big day!"
Kaitilyn Mayhue
Bridesmaid
"Hi I'm Kaitie and I met Jess our freshman year at Biola! We were both randomly put on the same dorm floor and we have been friends ever since! It has been such a joy to walk through this season of life with Jess and I am so excited to be a part of this next season and see what God has in store for both Jess and Tom."
Madison Guevara
Bridesmaid
"I met Jess freshman year on our dorm floor and was literally scared of her. Little did I know she would become a close friend and roommate. I learned that she has the biggest heart and warmest smile. In our final year of college, I can’t imagine her not in my life afterwards. I’m thrilled she has found the love of her life and I am honored to stand next to her on her and Tom’s big day!"
Stefan Charles
Best Man
“Although initially meeting Tom in the first grade, it wasn’t until high school that we became very close during our time together in the varsity jazz band. I was immediately charmed by his charisma, his thoughtfulness, and his musical talent. as the years go by, we have only grown closer despite the distance between us.”
Jack Franicevich
Groomsman
"I am Tom’s brother. We grew up together in Petaluma and, although we studied in different years, we both studied business at Biola. I treasure our brotherhood, which has only gotten richer as each of us has grown."
Matt Roe
Groomsman
"I met Tom at the swim meeting in my freshman year, he reminded me of my older brothers. We quickly became friends and then he met Jess. She’s so great I haven’t seen him since."
Soren Iverson
Groomsman
"I’ve known Tom since he started at Biola and we’ve been friends ever since. I remember when he met Jess and she’s made such a huge positive impact on Tom, me and so many others. Tom’s a great roommate and an incredible friend."
Noah Reed
Groomsman
"I know Tom from our time swimming together at Biola! We have been able to grow together in our faith and walks with Christ, he has been a blessing to me in so many ways. Tom and I also spend much time together in frequent barrels on the coast of California."