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Save the Date
Dear friends & family,
We would love for you to join us in Ames, Iowa, on May 29, 2027, as we come together in the sacrament of marriage. We're honored to share this special day with the people we love the most and can't wait to celebrate with you!
With love,
Katie & Andrew
Our Story
We met while attending Iowa State University during the spring of 2024. After we were briefly introduced in the student lounge at St. Thomas Aquinas, our church in Ames, we unexpectedly agreed to go to a swing dance together the next day. Katie swept Andrew off his feet, and after that first dance, the deal was sealed.
Over 2 years of dating, we have built our relationship on unforgettable adventures, unwavering support of one another, and most importantly, our shared faith. As we enter this exciting new stage of our lives as a married couple, we would want nothing more than to celebrate with the people we love most.
Book early – May is a busy season in Ames!
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Church6 min2 miles
Reception8 min3.5 miles
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Church7 min3 miles
Reception5 min1.5 miles
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Church10 min5 miles
Reception11 min6.5 miles
Dress code
Out of reverence for the sacrament of marriage and its sacred beauty, we ask our guests to dress in cocktail to semi-formal attire. The wedding ceremony will be held in a Catholic church, so we humbly ask that modesty be observed.
Schedule
Please arrive by 1:45 PM so our ushers can find you a seat before the ceremony begins.
Mass will begin at 2:00 PM at St. Thomas Aquinas.
After mass, join us at the Raspberry Hill for drinks and appetizers while we sneak off for photos.
We will dismiss tables one at a time to grab their food. We will be serving entrées and sides buffet style.
Some of our closest friends and family will share some words after dinner is served.
Details to come!
The dance floor will open with our first dance. After that, it's all yours. Our DJ will keep the jams rolling until 10:00 PM.
The reception will wrap up at 10:00 PM. We hope that you'll have had a great evening of food, friendship, and tearing up the dance floor.
Sharing our wedding day with you is what matters most to us. If you would like to give a gift, a contribution to our registry would be greatly appreciated.
Here are answers to a few questions we've been asked. If you need any help, just send us an email!
Please RSVP by October 31, 2026. This gives us enough time to confirm final numbers with our caterers and create the seating plan.
We've indicated on your invitation whether you have a guest included. If you're unsure or your situation has changed, just drop us an email and we'll sort it out.
The Catholic Church believes that the bread and wine offered during the Mass truly become the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Holding to the teachings of the church, we ask that only practicing Catholics who have been properly prepared to receive communion do so. If you are not a practicing Catholic, you may remain seated in your pew or come forward with arms crossed to receive a blessing as communion is distributed.
Yes! Parking will be available for you at Raspberry Hill. Follow the signs when you arrive, and our ushers will direct you.
Cocktail to semi-formal, and modest for the church. The details are in What to wear.
Yes. If you would like to give a gift, a contribution to our registry would be greatly appreciated. See the Gift Registry.
We’ve listed a few hotels in Ames. Book early — May is a busy season. See Where to Stay.
Please arrive by 1:45 PM for the 2:00 PM Nuptial Mass, then join us at Raspberry Hill. The full timeline is in Our day.
We kindly ask that guests not bring outside alcohol. Drinks will be provided at the reception, and our venue isn’t able to allow outside beverages.