When it came to planning their wedding celebration, Brooke and Cody Hurst weren’t just thinking big—they were thinking together. Their breathtaking outdoor reception featured a single, sweeping long table that seated over 350 guests in a stunning display of unity, hospitality, and design. Set against a backdrop of lush Pennsylvania countryside and lovingly planned in under four months, the day was an unforgettable gathering of friends, family, and faith.
The couple married exactly one year to the day after they met, in a story that feels as destined as it is joyful. From their heartfelt church vows to the spectacular table that stretched the length of their outdoor venue, every moment of this wedding reflected the couple’s passion for connection and intentional beauty. Designed by Honey and Stone Events with floral artistry by Buds and Blooms and captured beautifully by Val Riehl, this wedding is a heartfelt celebration of love—rooted in faith and filled with meaning.
How did you two meet? What were your first impressions of one another?
We met through his sister at a pool party and instantly hit it off and have talked to each other every day since!
Tell us a funny story relating to your wedding day or relationship!
We got married exactly a year after we met! A whole 365 days of knowing each other. I (Brooke) also caught my friends wedding bouquet a day before meeting Cody !
Describe a hurdle you had to overcome in your relationship or during your wedding planning.
Not really a hurdle but it was hard to plan a wedding in less than 4 months!
Any special ways you incorporated your family or family history into your wedding day?
We honored our late grandparents .
What part of your wedding day was/is most important to you?
Our vows were very special and getting married in a church.
What is the best thing you’ve learned from one another?
I (Brooke) have learned patience and thinking through decisions from Cody. And Cody has learned from Brooke that every moment can be fun.
What is your favorite thing about each other?
Brooke favorite thing about Cody is his steady personality. Cody’s favorite thing about Brooke is that she has a spunky personality.
What was your favorite part about planning your wedding?
Figuring out how to make it special and unique to us as a couple.
If you had one piece of advice for other couples, what would it be?
Always pray together and keep the Lord at the center of your relationship.
What is the most honest thing you can say about love?
It’s a beautiful gift. It’s first and foremost a gift from the Lord and He shows us how to truly love selflessly.
Photographer: Val Riehl / @val.riehl
Florals: Buds and Blooms / @buds_and_blooms.co
Wedding Planner: Honey and Stone / @honeystoneevents
Hair: Updos by Karina / @updosbykarina
Bride: @brookenissleyhurst
Publisher at The White Wren and Bajan Wed, Award Winning Photography + Videographer at Live View Studios, Dad, 80s music lover, crunchy health advocate
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