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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!



AMM Minister Amber Olsen is giving away her secret recipe -- and empowering couples everywhere

AMM Minister Amber Olsen is giving away her secret recipe -- and empowering couples everywhere

Meet AMM Minister Amber Olsen, a wedding officiant in North Dakota whose new ceremony planning book gives couples a unique perspective to create a day that reflects their personal love story.

Dave Chappelle photobombs a First Look wedding photo! Plus, a look back at some of our favorite celebrity wedding crashers.

Dave Chappelle photobombs a First Look wedding photo! Plus, a look back at some of our favorite celebrity wedding crashers.

Dave Chappelle photobombed a First Look wedding photo in Texas! Plus, a look back at some of our favorite celebrity wedding crashers, including Jason Mamoa, Katy Perry, Beyonce, & more.

This newlywed asked Miss Manners for wedding advice, and we respectfully disagree

This newlywed asked Miss Manners for wedding advice, and we respectfully disagree

AMM takes a swing at a Miss Manners letter, regarding wedding planning, family involvement, and creating the ceremony or reception of a couple’s dreams.

Oklahoma revisits minister registration (and a look at all the states that require registration to perform marriage)

Oklahoma revisits minister registration (and a look at all the states that require registration to perform marriage)

Will Oklahoma still require wedding officiants to register with the county clerk in 2021? Learn which states require licensing and minister registration.

Can you apply for your marriage license online? It depends.

Can you apply for your marriage license online? It depends.

Wondering how to apply for a marriage license during the covid coronavirus pandemic? You’re not alone. Marriage laws vary by state and even county, but we can help.

Sequel Weddings: What to Expect From a Couple’s Second Ceremony

Sequel Weddings: What to Expect From a Couple’s Second Ceremony

Sequel weddings & second ceremonies are trending in 2021- a creative solution to Covid gathering restrictions, postponement, & pandemic risk. Here’s how to plan & officiate one & what to expect.

Last Minute Wedding: Officiating a Ceremony on Short Notice, or Same Day!

Last Minute Wedding: Officiating a Ceremony on Short Notice, or Same Day!

Learn how to officiate a last minute or same-day wedding ceremony: Not all weddings come with months of planning. Say yes to officiating a last minute elopement, short notice ceremony, or same day wedding! This skill will also make you a great choice as a backup officiant and wedding day hero. Follow these simple steps, including online ordination, minister registration, sample wedding ceremony scripts, what to wear, how to pronounce the couple, sign the marriage license, and more.

Officiant Quick Tip: The Questionnaire -- What question surprises couples the most? with Officiant Amber Olsen

Officiant Quick Tip: The Questionnaire -- What question surprises couples the most? with Officiant Amber Olsen

A short interview with AMM Minister and professional wedding officiant Amber Olsen on what question surprises couples the most during ceremony planning.

Q&A with AMM Minister Amber Olsen on her new book & giving couples an upper hand in ceremony planning

Q&A with AMM Minister Amber Olsen on her new book & giving couples an upper hand in ceremony planning

A short interview with AMM Minister & professional wedding officiant Amber Olsen on her new book for couples, planning a wedding ceremony, and choosing the right vendors.

Pope Francis changes rules for Catholics -- Still bans women from ordination

Pope Francis changes rules for Catholics -- Still bans women from ordination

Pope Francis changes Catholic laws for lectors, altar readers - still ban women from ordination & performing marriage. Many see this as sexism and discrimination within the Church.

Illustrations by Jessica Levey, stylized drawing of a happy couple walking along an illustrated line, symbolizing the arc of their love story

Write a Wedding Ceremony Using a Classic Story Arc

Wedding ceremonies should tell a story! Use classic story structure to write a ceremony script with the power of timeless fairy tales & Hollywood happy endings.

Harry Styles officiated his agent’s wedding in a hotel bathrobe! Plus, a look back at some of our favorite celebrity officiant outfits.

Harry Styles officiated his agent’s wedding in a hotel bathrobe! Plus, a look back at some of our favorite celebrity officiant outfits.

Harry Styles officiated a wedding in a hotel robe! Plus a look back at some of our favorite celebrity officiant outfits to answer the eternal question: What does a wedding officiant wear?

Professional Wedding Officiant Certification Course

Learn from the Pros to Officiate with Confidence!

Will You Marry Us? Gift Package

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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