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We asked wedding officiants what to expect as COVID-19 heads into 2021

We asked wedding officiants what to expect as COVID-19 heads into 2021

American Marriage Ministries conducted a survey with officiants across the country, giving us unique and valuable insight into how American couples are planning and celebrating their weddings amidst the Coronavirus pandemic.

New restrictions on wedding ceremonies and receptions in Washington State

New restrictions on wedding ceremonies and receptions in Washington State

November 2020 WA Governor Inslee announced new restrictions on indoor gatherings, wedding receptions, and wedding ceremonies to last into December 2020 as COVID-19 cases rise and more states restrict wedding ceremonies

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Utah becomes first state to allow international virtual Zoom wedding for partners living in different countries

Utah is the first state to allow virtual international Zoom weddings for couples living in different countries, and different states, as COVID-19 travel restrictions continue.

Are decorative masks the newest family wedding heirloom?

Are decorative masks the newest family wedding heirloom?

Will decorative wedding masks replace the veil to become a new family heirloom as the COVID-19 pandemic changes wedding attire and fashions?

The more the merrier! Why hybrid weddings are a good idea

The more the merrier! Why hybrid weddings are a good idea

How to host a hybrid wedding by livestreaming a small in-person wedding ceremony to your online guests.

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No marriage license, no marriage… but maybe a misdemeanor?

No marriage license might mean no wedding! Learn why a wedding officiant might not officiate, the legal risks of a forgetting your marriage license, and how to prevent this wedding day mistake.

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

Exorcisms, Flus, and Flat Tires: Backup Officiants are Essential, Especially in 2020

Exorcisms, Flus, and Flat Tires: Backup Officiants are Essential, Especially in 2020

Wedding officiants may have to cancel last minute, but couples can avoid canceling the wedding ceremony by having a friend or family member prepared as a backup officiant.

Honoring the Memory of Loved Ones in Your Wedding Ceremony

Honoring the Memory of Loved Ones in Your Wedding Ceremony

How to honor dead relatives and loved ones as part of a joyful wedding ceremony.

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When Should Officiants Say NO to a Ceremony?

Saying no: Officiating a wedding is an important role & you might not be a good fit for every wedding ceremony. Watch for these red flags & bad matches to choose couples that are best for your officiant business.

Safe Ceremony Planning — How Wedding Officiants Can Still Get to Know a Couple, While Social Distancing

Safe Ceremony Planning — How Wedding Officiants Can Still Get to Know a Couple, While Social Distancing

Wedding ceremony planning, Learn how to have a great first-meeting and interview with a new couple while social distancing.

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Are there legal wording requirements in a wedding ceremony?

While no specific words are legally required in a wedding ceremony, couples still must make their Declaration of Intent and the officiant must make the Pronouncement. 

How to Choose an Officiant & Why a Friend Might Be Best

How to Choose an Officiant & Why a Friend Might Be Best

You may already know the perfect wedding officiant without realizing it! Learn how to find a wedding officiant & tips for choosing the best person to officiate

Couples: How to Work Best With Your Wedding Officiant

Couples: How to Work Best With Your Wedding Officiant

Choosing your officiant wisely and working with them closely throughout the duration of your planning is the key to a successful wedding ceremony.

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Gift Ideas for Your Wedding Officiant

Gift ideas for your wedding officiant -- thank them for all of their hard work and dedication to creating your wedding ceremony

Attention Couples: Want an Awesome Ceremony? Schedule regular meetings and work closely with your officiant!

Attention Couples: Want an Awesome Ceremony? Schedule regular meetings and work closely with your officiant!

Want an awesome wedding ceremony? Schedule regular meetings and open communication with your wedding officiant. It's that simple!

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