Christ the King Parish was the setting Saturday for the wedding of LeahBeth Evans, Peckville, and Christian Gratz, Olyphant. The bride is the daughter of Leann Evans, Peckville, and the late David Evans. The bridegroom is the son of Florence Gratz, Olyphant, and Michael Gratz, Clarks Summit.
The Rev. Ryan Glenn officiated at the 1:30 p.m. ceremony.
Amanda Faramelli, Kissimmee, Fla., was maid of honor. Gabriella Reese, Clarks Summit, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Liz Darcy, Brooklyn, N.Y., sister-in-law; and Caileigh Gratz, Brooklyn, N.Y., niece.
Koralynn Kishel, Rosebud, Mo., was flower girl.
Michael Gratz Jr., Venice, Fla., and Jason Gratz, Brooklyn, N.Y., brothers of the bridegroom, were best men.
Kolson Kishel, Rosebud, Mo., was ring bearer.
A reception was held at Fiorelli’s Catering, Peckville.
The bride is a graduate of Marywood University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and minor in jazz studies. She also attended Lackawanna College’s Nursing Program. She currently works as a registered nurse at Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton.
The bridegroom is a graduate of Marywood University with a bachelor’s degree in jazz guitar and performance. He works as a freelance musician and music teacher at Main Street Music, as well as a CDL driver.
LeahBeth and Christian comprise the Frost Duo, with Christian performing on guitar and keyboards, and LeahBeth as vocalist. The Frost Duo has performed throughout the United States, receiving multiple awards for their soulful jazz/R&B sound and multigenre performances.
The couple, who took a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., resides in Peckville.
Mrs. Christian Gratz (Powell Studio)