Jenica Wessels and Sam Harwood, both of Lawrence, were married Jan. 1, 2011, at First United Methodist Church in Lawrence, with the Rev. Kara Eidson officiating.
The bride is the daughter of John and Ginny Wessels, Lawrence.
The groom is the son of Bob Harwood and Susie Harwood, both of Lawrence.
Maid of honor was Amanda Weishaar. Best man was Joe Wessels. Bridesmaids were Jenn Stueckler, Lisa Lord, Sydney Seratte, Haley Harwood and Brittany Harman. Groomsmen were Sam Wessels, Matt Yeilding, Ryan Russell, Sameer Hashmi and Eddie Seto. Ringbearer was Parker Hoesch. Flower girl was Presley Hoesch. Ushers were Robert Ruark (the bride’s grandfather), Taylor Bussinger, Andy Waller and Haley Elmers.
A reception was given at Stony Point Hall in Baldwin City.
The bride is a 2007 graduate of Lawrence High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and a minor in chemistry from Baylor University in December 2010. She will attend Kansas University Medical School in July and is currently teaching pre-school in Waco, Texas.
The groom is a 2007 graduate of Lawrence High. He is studying exercise physiology at Baylor and will earn a bachelor’s degree this May. He is currently working at Allied Multicare Chiropractic Clinic in Waco and plans to continue his education at Cleveland Chiropractic College.
The couple reside in Waco.