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These States Will Feel it First if Obergefell is Overturned
Will Obergefell v. Hodges be overturned? Here’s what could happen in states that banned same sex marriage before the 2015 Supreme Court decision.
Proposed Law Would Let Officials Refuse to Marry Same-Sex Couples in South Carolina
Read about legislation that would allow elected officials in South Carolina to recuse themselves from performing same-sex marriages or issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples because of their religious beliefs. (Rep. Thomas Beach / HB 3121 2025-2026)
Missouri Lawmakers Consider Raising Marriage Age to 18 in 2025
Missouri lawmakers might raise the legal marriage age to 18, banning child marriage in the state. Click here to read more about the pre-filed legislation.
Syracuse Judge Refuses to Marry Same-Sex Couple in Courthouse Wedding
Syracuse City Court judge refused to marry a same-sex couple in a courthouse wedding. Click to read more & learn how to support marriage equality in your community
5 Last Minute Wedding Ideas From Courtney Stodden & Jared Safier’s Elopement
Inspiration from Courtney Stodden & Jared Safier's last-minute wedding with friends & family. Elope in style with ideas from this celebrity wedding!
Meet the Officiant Who Married the Brownstone Boys in a Brooklyn Block Party Wedding
Celebrant Lauren Hill officiated the Brownstone Boys’ wedding on the stoop of their Brooklyn, New York City home. Read the interview, plus photos from the day!
Asked to Officiate a Wedding?
Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
This Wedding Planning Book Uses Numerology for a ‘Marriage by the Numbers’!
Use numerology to plan your wedding day with this unique wedding planning book! Unlock the magic of marriage numerology & set a date: ‘Marriage by the Numbers’
Online Ordination: Reviews for American Marriage Ministries
Want to officiate a wedding? Looking for honest American Marriage Ministries reviews? See testimonials from online-ordained ministers on the AMM homepage!
What Wedding Officiants Should Know About Project 2025 & Gay Marriage
What does Project 2025 say about same-sex marriage? Will a second Trump administration eliminate rights for LGBTQ+ couples? What wedding officiants should know!
Good News! Voters in Three States Pass Marriage Equality Protections
Voters pass amendments to protect marriage equality for LGBTQ+ couples in Hawaii, California, and Colorado. Good news for marriage rights this 2024 election week!
New Jersey Legislators Urge Congress Not to Cut Benefits for Disabled Adults Who Marry
Lawmakers in New Jersey urge U.S. Congress members to eliminate ‘marriage penalties’ on federal SSI and SSDI benefits for disabled adults who get married.
New Kids’ Book About Weddings, Love & Wedding Officiants!
A picture book about weddings & special wedding helpers: the wedding officiant! Explore parts of a wedding & types of officiants with an LGBTQ+ friendly kids’ book
True Crime Fan Asks 'Dateline' Star to Officiate Her Wedding
Dateline crime reporter Josh Mankiewicz officiates wedding for humor writer Sara Runnels and new husband Adam Zack in Seattle.
Toddler Steals Phone & Films Viral Wedding Reception Video
Toddler steals dad’s phone and records viral video of dance moves at the family wedding reception. That’s it, he’s hired!
Why Lavender Marriage is Making a Modern Comeback
Lavender Marriage is being redefined as young people discover the benefits of legally marrying a platonic life partner.