Our Story
Meeting
Jacob and Melissa met fusion dancing in Philadelphia on October 18, 2024.
Proposal
On September 27, 2025, Jacob proposed to Melissa in Banff National Park on a cliff of Mt. Jimmy Stepson, overlooking Peyto Lake, with guitarist Dave Hirschman playing Can't Help Falling in Love.
Blessing
The day after the proposal, Fr. Remi Morales of St. Agatha St. James parish blessed Jacob and Melissa's engagement, surrounded by many friends and their parents. Afterwards, Jacob, Melissa, their parents, and Melissa's brother Matt went to dinner in South Philly at Scannichio's.
Wedding
The wedding will be on April 11, 2026 at St. Agatha St. James Parish in Philadelphia. The reception will be hosted at Bala Golf Club.
