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Articles by Jessica Levey

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.

1322 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1322 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!



a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony, arch and chairs arranged with flowers in a field

5 Outdoor Themed Wedding Script Examples for Your Big Day

Choose from five prewritten wedding ceremony scripts inspired by nature, perfect for an outdoor elopement or outdoor themed wedding. Personalize them with moments from your love story or use them 'as is' for a quick and easy wedding day.

El oficiante de la boda sonríe a los novios al aire libre en un día soleado, con un lago y el cielo azul de fondo.

Oficiante de bodas por primera vez: Preguntas frecuentes y respuestas

¿Se acaba de ordenar en línea para oficiar la boda de un amigo y no sabe qué hacer ahora? ¡No se preocupe! Aquí encontrará las respuestas a las preguntas más frecuentes de los oficiantes primerizos que le ayudarán a celebrar matrimonios con total confianza.

close up of man and woman's hands, they are wearing wedding clothes but not holding hands.

California’s Child Marriage Ban Awaits Signature on Gov. Newsom’s Desk

California is close to banning child marriage. Legislators passed a bipartisan bill, AB 1267, which now awaits a signature on Governor Newsom's desk. If signed into law, the new restrictions will become effective January 1, 2027.

Un hombre que sostiene un micrófono y el guion de la boda dirige la ceremonia; un hombre y una mujer vestidos de boda sonríen felices.

Contrato de muestra para oficiantes de bodas: Definiendo sus "Términos de servicio" para oficiantes profesionales

Utilice este contrato de muestra para oficiantes de bodas para ayudarle a definir los términos de servicio de su negocio. Esta plantilla de contrato de proveedor incluye detalles sobre quiénes forman parte del acuerdo, los tipos de servicios, un ejemplo del desglose de costos y requisitos de depósito, quién compra y entrega la licencia de matrimonio, la política de cancelación ¡y más!

groom and bride sit on a blanket in a beautiful desert setting, flowers, wedding decor, they smile and share a toast

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

Step-by-step instructions for how to complete an Arizona marriage license. Examples & answers to commonly asked questions, for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from the Clerk of the Superior Court.

Chris Harrison stands with a bride and groom on the wedding day

How to Get a Celebrity to Officiate Your Wedding: Simple Steps to Book a Famous Officiant!

Learn how to book a celebrity as your wedding officiant, including cost, booking agents, legal considerations, and more.

Young couple in semi casual clothes sit in park in the fall, wedding bouquet on the bench

When Is Wedding Season? The New Busiest Months to Get Married

When is wedding season? Learn the best month to get married based on new trends, and what consider before choosing a wedding date.

La oficial Sherri está de pie con la pareja, todas sonríen.

Pregúntele a un oficiante: ¿Necesito un contrato para mi negocio de oficiante de bodas?

¿Los oficiantes profesionales de bodas deben ofrecer un contrato por sus servicios? La ministra de AMM y oficiante profesional Sherri Crawford comparte sus recomendaciones, responde preguntas frecuentes sobre qué incluir en un contrato de servicios para proveedores de bodas y mucho más.

guests at wedding, sitting and watching ceremony

How to Seat Divorced Parents at Your Wedding Ceremony

Learn how to seat divorced parents at your wedding ceremony with four modern seating arrangements that keep family tensions, new partners, and awkwardness under control.

Close up of a groom placing the wedding ring on a bride's finger, taken from the POV of the wedding officiant

The Ultimate Guide for First-Time Wedding Officiants: All Our Best Resources in One Place!

A complete guide to officiating a friend's wedding for the first time! Includes explanation of legal requirements for wedding officiants, tips for writing a wedding ceremony script and collaborating with the couple, what to practice, what to wear, and so much more. Everything you need to succeed as a first-time wedding officiant!

Una joven está sentada a una mesa con su portátil, sonriendo a la cámara.

Cómo crear un sitio web para su negocio como oficiante de bodas

Aprenda cómo crear un sitio web para su negocio como oficiante de bodas o cómo actualizar el que ya tiene. Le compartimos consejos prácticos sobre qué incluir y una reseña de plataformas fáciles de usar para diseñar y alojar su página, con opciones gratuitas y económicas.

Bride and groom walk on a farm, deer and trees in the distance

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

Step-by-step instructions for how to complete an Iowa marriage license. Examples and answers to commonly asked questions, for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from County Registrar Office.

Professional Wedding Officiant Certification Course

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Who Will Officiate Your Wedding?

Choose Your Officiant with our "Will You Marry Us?" Gift Package.

Signature Wedding Officiant Package

Signature Wedding Officiant Package

Our premiere package contains everyting you need to officiate like a pro.

The Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies

The Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies

Timeless scripts and heartfelt vow inspiration to bring life to your ceremony.

Wedding Officiant Training

Wedding Officiant Training

Everything you need to know to officiate.

Read our sample wedding ceremony scripts online

Sample Wedding Ceremony Scripts

Need inspiration? Check out our free ceremony scripts!

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