Ryan and Shai

Ryan and Shai shared a loving relationship for seven years before receiving the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony in December 2006 at St. James the Great Parish. Their union has been blessed with four wonderful daughters.

As dedicated members of Couples for Christ (CFC), Ryan and Shai actively serve as Unit Leaders in the Immaculate Conception Delta Chapter.

Since joining Witness to Love, they have mentored six couples and now serve as a Coaching Couple, guiding Couples preparing for Marriage and their chosen mentor couples through the Witness to Love program.

About Ryan

Ryan works as a Telecom Engineer at a utility company. He has a passion for learning and teaching, always eager to expand his knowledge and share it with others. In his free time, he enjoys photography as a hobby, capturing moments through his unique perspective. He also shares his love for music by singing in the 12:30 choir Mass.

A natural introvert, Ryan tends to keep to himself, but once he feels comfortable, he is engaging and fun to talk to. Between the two, he is the analytical thinker—the sweetest and funniest, always bringing warmth and humor to those around him.

About Shai

Shai works as an Operations Lead in a real estate team and is also a talented freelance hair and makeup artist. In addition to her professional work, she is a dedicated volunteer teacher in PREP CIC Level 1 and serves as a lector at Sunday Mass.

Like Ryan, she is naturally introverted, but once she warms up, her fun and playful side shines through. Between the two, Shai is the generous one, a great listener, and the more artistic, bringing creativity, compassion, and warmth into their relationship.

Advice for Couples Preparing for Marriage

So, you have decided to get married. Here is what you should know - dating, engagement and eventually wedding are not just all about romance. Because Marriage is not just feelings – it is a Covenant.

Getting married is optional. Your spouse-to-be is an option you chose out of the many. However, divorce is not an option just because “the going gets tough” or you “fell out of love”. The truth is Love is not a feeling – it is the dying to our self for the beloved so both of you shall live as one.

Favorite Bible Verse

Have you not read that he who made them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, "For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one? So they are no longer two but one. What therefore God has joined together, let no man put asunder."

Matthew 19:4-6