{"id":31,"date":"2025-07-14T09:21:43","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T09:21:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gatheringsbyhb.com\/blog\/?p=31"},"modified":"2026-03-30T09:57:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T09:57:57","slug":"michelle-teds-joyful-june-wedding-at-st-ritas-church-in-alexandria-la","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gatheringsbyhb.com\/blog\/michelle-teds-joyful-june-wedding-at-st-ritas-church-in-alexandria-la\/","title":{"rendered":"Michelle & Ted\u2019s Joyful June Wedding at St. Rita\u2019s Church in Alexandria, LA"},"content":{"rendered":"

Some love stories are extra special\u2014and Michelle and Ted\u2019s is one of those. Both had experienced deep loss, and watching them find each other (and say \u201cI do\u201d) surrounded by family, faith, and the people who love them most\u2026 it was a joy to witness from start to finish.<\/p>\n

A Ceremony Filled with Meaning<\/h3>\n

Their day began with a beautiful Catholic Nuptial Mass at St. Rita\u2019s Church, led by Fr. Josh Burch and Fr. Bill Gearheard. The music during the ceremony was incredibly personal\u2014played and sung by the groom\u2019s family\u2014which added such a heartfelt touch. You could feel the love in that room.<\/p>\n

Thoughtful Details & Personal Touches<\/h3>\n

Michelle and Ted chose royal blue as their main color, softened with blush pink florals by Lauren Tassin Designs. Everything felt timeless and elegant with just the right amount of warmth. One of our favorite details? The cake topper, handcrafted with vintage brooches by the bride\u2019s mother\u2014a sentimental piece that perfectly captured Michelle\u2019s heart and style.<\/p>\n

A Joyful Celebration<\/h3>\n

After the ceremony, guests gathered at St. Rita\u2019s reception hall, where DJ Shan kept the dance floor full and Simply Southern Catering served up a comforting and delicious spread. The reception space was truly a labor of love. Michelle and Ted come from big families, and so many hands came together to transform the hall into something magical\u2014complete with twinkle lights, blue and gold accents, and a whole lot of love.<\/p>\n

Quiet Coordination Behind the Scenes<\/h3>\n

Of course, no wedding day is complete without a few little surprises\u2014like a tiny stain on the dress (Tide wipe and white chalk to the rescue!), boutonniere pin fixes, a little fashion tape\u2026 and several other “just in case” moments. That\u2019s where a our emergency kit came in\u2014staying ahead of the curve so that the couple and their families can soak up the joy, not the stress.<\/p>\n

Kind Words from the Bride<\/h3>\n

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Hanna with Gatherings by HB and the incredible job she did coordinating our wedding! She handled all the details with such professionalism and care that it made the day seamless and stress-free. From the timeline to the decor to making sure everyone was where they needed to be, she was on top of everything and always with a smile.<\/p>\n

Her passion for what she does truly shines through, and I feel so lucky to have had someone so talented and dedicated by my side. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more, and a huge part of that was thanks to Gatherings by HB. If you are looking for someone who will treat your big day like it\u2019s her own, look no further. She\u2019s simply the best!!!!”<\/p>\n

– Michelle, Bride<\/em><\/p>\n

From the Maid of Honor<\/h3>\n

“Hanna is hands-down the best wedding planner we could\u2019ve asked for! I was a bridesmaid in my mom\u2019s wedding, and everything went so smoothly because of her. Every single detail was thought through and perfectly executed\u2014from the timeline and d\u00e9cor to keeping everyone calm and on schedule.<\/p>\n

Hanna made what could\u2019ve been a stressful day feel completely effortless. My mom got to truly enjoy her wedding without any worries, which meant the world to all of us. If you\u2019re looking for someone who\u2019s organized, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about what she does\u2014Hanna is your girl. She\u2019s amazing!”<\/p>\n

– Ashley, Maid of Honor & Daughter of the Bride<\/em><\/p>\n

A Photographer’s Perspective<\/h3>\n

“Giving a huge shoutout to this amazing wedding coordinator that I had the pleasure of working with! She was so attentive, organized, and calm throughout the whole day! She even was so attentive to me as the photographer. She is just so so sweet! It truly makes a difference when there\u2019s someone behind the scenes making sure every little detail is handled with care. Grateful to have crossed paths and excited for more weddings together!”<\/p>\n

– Veronica VanGessel, Photographer<\/em><\/p>\n

Vendor Team Shoutout<\/h3>\n

It was a joy to coordinate alongside such a talented vendor team:<\/p>\n