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Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica Levey

Jessica Levey is a content specialist 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, and LLM optimization. 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.

1245 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1245 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



“I do,” in the Nude: Officiating a Naturist Wedding

1945 DAYS AGO | 10.2.2020

“I do,” in the Nude: Officiating a Naturist Wedding

What do officiants wear? It depends… Read how one officiant led a naturist wedding in a nudist community, but stayed true to her own personal wedding style.

From Seasonal Masks to Extra Mics, 5 Things Officiants Can Do Right Now to Prepare for Fall & Winter Wedding Ceremonies

1948 DAYS AGO | 9.29.2020

From Seasonal Masks to Extra Mics, 5 Things Officiants Can Do Right Now to Pr...

There are several ways officiants can prepare for fall & winter indoor weddings during the pandemic to make seasonal ceremonies safe, fun, and memorable.

How to write a compelling minister profile or personal bio

1951 DAYS AGO | 9.26.2020

How to write a compelling minister profile or personal bio

Tips for wedding officiants on how to write an engaging minister profile or personal bio

Image shows photo from when Ruth Bader Ginsberg officiated a same sex wedding, she is in her robe and white collar, two men in dark suits hold hands, exchanging wedding ring

1953 DAYS AGO | 9.24.2020

Remembering RBG's Work to Legalize and Celebrate Same-Sex Marriage

American Marriage Ministries honors and reflects on RBG's longstanding efforts to legalize and celebrate same-sex marriage.

Safe Ceremony Planning — How Wedding Officiants Can Still Get to Know a Couple, While Social Distancing

1955 DAYS AGO | 9.22.2020

Safe Ceremony Planning — How Wedding Officiants Can Still Get to Know a Coupl...

Wedding ceremony planning, Learn how to have a great first-meeting and interview with a new couple while social distancing.

Handfasting and Virtual Weddings -- Keeping Traditions Alive in Modern Microweddings

1959 DAYS AGO | 9.18.2020

Handfasting and Virtual Weddings -- Keeping Traditions Alive in Modern Microw...

Lessons from a Seattle couple’s livestreamed handfasting, where not just one but two dads helped officiate the unique virtual event.

More Than Words: 5 Body Language Tips for New Officiants

1961 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2020

More Than Words: 5 Body Language Tips for New Officiants

Learn how to use body language to improve ceremonies for first time wedding officiants.

Close up photo as Bride places ring on groom's finger during the wedding ceremony

1963 DAYS AGO | 9.14.2020

Can I Get A Witness? Small Ceremonies, Witness Requirements, and Self-Solemn...

Most states require an officiant and witnesses at a wedding ceremony, but there are a few places where couples can officiate weddings on their own with a sel...

Rehearsals are Important - Even When Officiating a Friend’s Casual Backyard Wedding Ceremony

1967 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2020

Rehearsals are Important - Even When Officiating a Friend’s Casual Backyard W...

Whether your wedding is big or small, rehearsing the ceremony is a must

Attention Officiants: 4 things you might forget the day of the wedding (and what to do about it)

1969 DAYS AGO | 9.8.2020

Attention Officiants: 4 things you might forget the day of the wedding (and w...

Four important things that wedding officiants often forget - and what they can do about it when it happens! Avoid wedding day disasters and turn mishaps into...

Illustration of a gothic bride and groom wearing animal masks for a Halloween or Samhain pagan wedding celebration

1973 DAYS AGO | 9.4.2020

So you’ve been asked to officiate a Halloween or Samhain wedding...

Learn how to officiate a Halloween or Samhain wedding and write a custom fall holiday ceremony script.

Microphone Tips for Wedding Officiants and Couples

1977 DAYS AGO | 8.31.2020

Microphone Tips for Wedding Officiants and Couples

Microphone and wedding audio advice for first time, novice officiants and couples planning their own wedding.

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