Wedding of the Week: Natalie and Joshua McPheron From friends to happily ever after Columbus Monthly Aug. 15, 2020 | Joshua and Natalie (Herning) McPheron know firsthand that strong friendship and religious faith are two solid foundations upon which to build a relationship: The pair met during a freshman scholarship program at Bowling Green State University, but deepened their friendship during a mission trip and subsequent internship at their campus church. By the end of their sophomore year, the then-best friends decided to elevate their relationship to the next level. The day of their wedding, Natalie says one of her favorite memories will always be seeing Josh at the end of the aisle—and his emotional reaction to seeing her. (Looking at the photos, who can blame her? We’re smitten ourselves.) While the couple had skipped a first look, they did do a “first touch,” wherein the pair held hands while separated by a corner of a building. “It was so comforting and sweet to hold his hand and pray with him before our wedding,” Natalie says.