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Articles by Jessica Levey

Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica Levey

Jessica loves exploring the history and magic of ritual, the connections between people and places, and sharing true stories about love and commitment. She's an advocate for marriage equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and individuality, and is an ordained Minister with AMM. When she’s not writing or illustrating for AMM, she enjoys city hikes, fantasy novels, comics, and traveling.

1227 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1227 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Close up photo of a cat biting on wedding rings

250 DAYS AGO | 4.8.2025

If a Cat Was in Charge of Your Wedding Ceremony…

Cats in weddings? We love this trend! But be warned, here’s what might happen if you include your cat in your wedding ceremony (probably).

A new minister shakes hands with a friend during his formal ordination service

251 DAYS AGO | 4.7.2025

How to Conduct an Ordination Service for a New AMM Minister

Learn how to conduct an ordination service for new ministers ordained online through American Marriage Ministries. Gather with friends, family members, your ...

A ghost bride walks down a dimly lit hallway on the wedding day

254 DAYS AGO | 4.4.2025

How to Get Rid of Ghosts & Ward Off Evil Spirits at Weddings

How do you get rid of a ghost on the wedding day? From spitting to ward off evil spirits to wedding veils and ringing bells, here are 5 rituals to keep other...

Una joven novia coloca el anillo de bodas en la mano del novio durante una ceremonia secular no religiosa. El oficiante está detrás del novio y no se le ve con claridad. Ambos sonríen, lucen un vestido blanco y un traje oscuro, con pendientes y un estilo juvenil y alternativo.

255 DAYS AGO | 4.3.2025

¿Quién Puede Oficiar una Ceremonia de Boda No-Religiosa?

¿Busca un oficiante de boda no religioso? ¡Existen varias opciones excelentes para considerar al planificar una boda civil, secular o no religiosa!

A wedding officiant watches happily as a bride signs the marriage license and the groom watches, following an outdoor wedding ceremony

256 DAYS AGO | 4.2.2025

How Does a 1-Day Marriage Officiant License Compare to Online Ordination?

Compare the cost & legality of state one-day marriage officiant options with free online ordination from American Marriage Ministries.

Three people look at a laptop as one of them completes the ordination application to get ordained online

257 DAYS AGO | 4.1.2025

Online Ordination vs California’s Deputy Commissioner For a Day Program for W...

Which is best for a first time wedding officiant, getting ordained online in California or the Deputy Commissioner For a Day Program? Let’s take a look at co...

A couple hands a gift to their friend, asking them to officiate the wedding! Everyone is happy and smiling

258 DAYS AGO | 3.31.2025

The Best ‘Will You Be Our Officiant’ Gift for Having a Friend Officiate Your ...

How to ask someone to officiate your wedding in style? The AMM 'Will You Marry Us?' gift box makes popping the question easy and meaningful, with everything ...

A young woman smiles while working on her laptop at home, completing the online ordination application to officiate a wedding

262 DAYS AGO | 3.27.2025

Online Ordination vs. Alaska’s One Day Marriage Commissioner Application

Which is best for officiating a wedding in Alaska, getting ordained online or the One Day Marriage Commissioner Application? Let’s take a look at cost, wait ...

A young woman sits on the couch at home, smiling and looking at her phone and laptop as she researches the best way to become a wedding officiant in Rhode Island

263 DAYS AGO | 3.26.2025

Online Ordination vs. One Day Marriage Officiant in Rhode Island for Weddings?

Which is best for officiating a wedding, getting ordained online or a Rhode Island one day marriage officiant certificate? Let’s take a look at cost, wait ti...

A young woman sits on the couch at home looking at her laptop deciding the best way to become a wedding officiant online in Massachusetts to officiate a wedding

264 DAYS AGO | 3.25.2025

Understanding Massachusetts One Day Marriage Designation vs Online Ordination...

Which is best, getting ordained online or a one day marriage designation (MA) for officiating a wedding? Let’s take a look at cost, wait time, & more!

A bride and groom pose under the overpass in Chicago in their wedding clothes and kiss

265 DAYS AGO | 3.24.2025

Illinois Lawmakers Want to Expand ‘Self Uniting’ Marriage Laws

Learn about potential updates to Illinois self uniting marriage laws which would expand the option to more couples, proposed by IL HB3049 2025.

Close up on a couple exchanging a wedding ring at the wedding ceremony

268 DAYS AGO | 3.21.2025

New Officiant Script! A Second Marriage Wedding Ceremony Script

This simple wedding script for a second marriage is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from a heartfelt invocation to personal we...

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