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Content Manager; Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica Levey

Jessica Levey is a writer, illustrator, and content manager at American Marriage Ministries, where she writes about marriage law and wedding industry trends. She holds a degree in Strategic Communications and has a background in trade journalism, with experience in data-informed, people-first reporting, SEO / AEO. She was ordained with AMM in 2020 and is an advocate for marriage equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and individuality. In her personal time, Jessica writes, illustrates, and makes comics and zines independently at hellojesslevey.com.

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1293 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1293 articles written by Jessica Levey, Content Manager; Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!


The capitol building in Hartford CT in the fall

TODAY | 6.15.2026

New 48hr Marriage Waiting Period in Connecticut in 2026

Starting October 1, 2026, couples getting married in Connecticut must wait 48 hours to receive their marriage license.

The Arizona state capitol building in Phoenix

TODAY | 6.15.2026

Arizona Legislators Leave Loophole for Religious Discrimination Against Same-...

Arizona SB 1573 aims to restrict religious laws in courts but includes a marriage exception. AMM breaks down how this might impact marriage equality.

young couple posing for wedding photos in the woods

3 DAYS AGO | 6.12.2026

How to Fill out an Arkansas Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out an Arkansas marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and couples getting married, plus tips...

El oficiante lee a la pareja durante su ceremonia de boda al aire libre.

5 DAYS AGO | 6.10.2026

10 versículos bíblicos sutiles para bodas (Para parejas no religiosas o inter...

¿Son una pareja no religiosa, atea o de diferentes religiones y buscan citas o versículos bíblicos sutiles para incluir en su ceremonia civil o laica, con el...

close up of a wrapped wedding gift with a card that reads 'wedding day!' in gold letters

7 DAYS AGO | 6.8.2026

How to Make a Wedding Registry: Simple Answers to Common Questions

Ready to create your wedding wish list? Get simple answers to your biggest wedding registry questions, from how many gifts to add, types of registries to ch...

Stylized image, woman putting cash in a jar marked for wedding savings

10 DAYS AGO | 6.5.2026

How to Budget for a Wedding: 8 Simple Steps

Budgeting for a wedding, the easy way! 8 simple steps to help you create a wedding budget that works for you, your dream celebration, and your future goals!

Primer plano de un calendario con una fecha marcada con un círculo y dos anillos de boda de oro.

12 DAYS AGO | 6.3.2026

El mes de la buena suerte para casarse según las supersticiones

¿Cuál es el mes de la buena suerte para casarse según las supersticiones de las bodas? ¡Tome esto en cuenta al elegir su fecha de boda afortunada!

beautiful outdoor wedding in rugged mountain

14 DAYS AGO | 6.1.2026

How to Fill out an Alaska Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out an Alaska marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips on getting it r...

Primer plano de un hombre firmando la licencia de matrimonio en una boda.

19 DAYS AGO | 5.27.2026

¿Puede la persona que realiza la boda ser también testigo en la licencia de m...

¿Necesita un testigo para casarse y qué pasa si se les olvida llevar uno? ¡Descubra si quien oficia la boda puede firmar como testigo y otros detalles clave ...

young couple pose for wedding photos

20 DAYS AGO | 5.26.2026

Baha'i Wedding Readings & Prayers on Marriage, Family, & Faith

Meaningful readings and prayers for a Baha'i wedding ceremony. (From selected texts: Abdu’l-Bahá and Bahá’u’lláh.)

¡Mire estos lugares divertidos para casarse gratis! No tiene que gastar una fortuna para crear recuerdos increíbles el día de su boda. (Foto: Wirestock / iStock)

24 DAYS AGO | 5.22.2026

Lugares gratis para casarse (¡No se endeude por la boda!)

¡Descubre lugares gratis para casarse en una boda pequeña o una escapada íntima! ¡Explora hermosos lugares sin costo para tu gran día y empieza a ahorrar ya!

aerial view of a wedding brunch table, bride and groom with guests

26 DAYS AGO | 5.20.2026

Brunch Weddings Are Trending! What to Know to Plan Your Own 

7 practical tips for planning a brunch wedding, including pricing advice, what to ask your venue, officiant tips, and sample brunch wedding timelines.

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