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Articles by Jessica Levey

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.

1279 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1279 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Godparents hold a baby during a baptism in church while friends and family watch

272 DAYS AGO | 8.1.2025

Christian Baptism Script for Ministers (With Scripture)

Use this heartfelt Christian baptism script with scripture, prayers, and family participation—perfect for ministers officiating a child's baptism or adapting...

A bride sits at a table alone, lonely

274 DAYS AGO | 7.30.2025

Why Wedding Planning Can Feel So Lonely

Feeling like you don’t have enough friends for a big wedding or wedding party? You’re not alone! Take a look at how the wedding industry can fuel the pressur...

Close up of two people looking at a piece of paper titled "prenuptial agreement"

275 DAYS AGO | 7.29.2025

Should Your Friends & Parents Write Your Prenup Agreement?

Should your friends & family help write your prenuptial agreement? Explore modern prenup trends, lifestyle clauses, and the trend toward community centered r...

Ilustración de tres fotografías Polaroid de escapadas

276 DAYS AGO | 7.28.2025

Por Qué Debería Fugarse (una Guía Ilustrada)

¿Busca razones para fugarse? ¡Estas ideas lo inspirarán! Planifique una alternativa divertida y ecológica a una boda tradicional. ¡Una guía ilustrada para fu...

Stylized illustration of a couple riding a rocket in space with earth in the distance

279 DAYS AGO | 7.25.2025

Can You Get Married in Space Aboard a Blue Origin SubOrbital Rocket?

Are weddings in space the next big trend? Learn if you can get legally married aboard a rocket, where to apply for a marriage license, and what a space weddi...

stylized image bride and groom figurines against a bright city background

280 DAYS AGO | 7.24.2025

Officiants: Adapt Your Business as Climate Change Fuels More Fall Weddings

Discover how climate change is changing wedding trends, and why fall is now peak season. With business tips for professional wedding officiants on marketing,...

Bride and groom kiss while holding their wedding bouquet up in front of their faces

282 DAYS AGO | 7.22.2025

6 Vietnamese Love Poems for Your Bilingual Wedding Ceremony

Celebrate a multicultural, bilingual wedding with these 6 Vietnamese love poems. With tips on when and how to include heartfelt readings in your ceremony.

Los recién casados firman la licencia de matrimonio con la ayuda de su oficiante de bodas.

283 DAYS AGO | 7.21.2025

No Solo las Bodas, las Tarifas de las Licencias de Matrimonio También Están A...

Las tarifas de las licencias de matrimonio están aumentando en todo Estados Unidos, lo que aumenta el costo de casarse en 2025, incluso para fugas matrimonia...

stylized illustration showing romance between human and an AI companion

286 DAYS AGO | 7.18.2025

Marry an AI Chatbot? Everything You Need to Know About Saying “A-I Do!”

Can you legally marry an AI companion? Explore the rise of hybrid human-AI relationships, symbolic chatbot weddings, and what the future of love, marriage, a...

A young couple pose together in love

287 DAYS AGO | 7.17.2025

Why Gen Z is Choosing Domestic Partnership Over Marriage

More Gen Z couples are choosing domestic partnerships instead of marriage to avoid wedding costs, tax penalties, or uphold personal values. Learn more & what...

Close up of a newlywed signing the marriage license

288 DAYS AGO | 7.16.2025

Delaware is Making it Easier for Parolees to Get Married in 2026

Delaware will remove marriage restrictions for people on parole and probation in 2025, making it easier for them to apply for a license without special permi...

Close up photo of newlyweds signing a marriage license

289 DAYS AGO | 7.15.2025

Missouri Legislators Ban Child Marriage, Raise Legal Age to Marry to 18

Missouri bans child marriage with new law raising the minimum age to marry to 18 with no exceptions. Learn what this means & which other states prohibit unde...

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