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Weddings for the Dead -- A look at Mormon posthumous sealings and proxy baptisms

Weddings for the Dead -- A look at Mormon posthumous sealings and proxy baptisms

Mormon priests perform marriages and baptisms for dead ancestors to give their souls a place in the afterlife. Learn more about these rites, including proxy baptisms, and the history and ethics of speaking for the dead.

Illustration of a handfasting cord tied around two wrists as grooms clasp hands

Plan a Simple Wedding Ceremony With Inspiration from One Couple’s ‘Year and a Day’ Pagan Engagement

Learn the parts of a handfasting wedding and Plan a handfasting ceremony using inspiration from a traditional Pagan ‘year and a day’ engagement.

Are the Words, “Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace...” Really Necessary?

Are the Words, “Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace...” Really Necessary?

Is it necessary to include the words, "speak now or forever hold your peace?" in modern wedding ceremonies? AMM unpacks the history and answers your questions.

Close up photo of two small fuzzy white dogs at wedding. They are sitting in the grass, cute, panting with their tongues sticking out. Behind them are the bottom of a bride's wedding dress and the groom's legs in a black suit pants, they are holding the dog's leashes.

Thinking of Walking Down the Aisle Alone? We Asked Former Brides how they did it…

Walking down the aisle alone can be a powerful statement during your wedding ceremony. We talked to brides who walked down the aisle for more insight.

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