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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.

Check out these 1045 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!

1045 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1045 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



A couple hold hands as they enter city hall for a civil marriage ceremony

230 DAYS AGO | 5.2.2024

What is a Civil Marriage Ceremony? (Plus How to Find a Non-Religious Wedding ...

Learn the pros and cons of a civil marriage ceremony vs. a non-religious wedding ceremony, who officiates a civil ceremony, and advice on how to find a weddi...

Gloves of garlic placed on a white table next to a silver cross necklace

231 DAYS AGO | 5.1.2024

A Serbian Wedding Tradition Wards off Evil – And Vampires, Probably

Learn about an unusual Serbian wedding tradition and how to ward off bad luck on the day of the wedding ceremony! Plus links to more unique wedding superstit...

Young bride and groom pose on their wedding day, holding hands outdoors smiling at each other. The bride wears a white dress and leather jacket, and has pink hair. The groom is wearing a white dress shirt and has short hair and a tattoo.

232 DAYS AGO | 4.30.2024

Who Officiates an Atheist Wedding? 3 Types of Officiants for a Non-Religious ...

Who can perform an atheist wedding? You have options when choosing a non-religious wedding officiant! Consider these 3 types of officiants for a secular or a...

Happy newlyweds embrace after their wedding ceremony in a sunflower field in North Dakota

233 DAYS AGO | 4.29.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in North Dakota to Officiate a W...

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in North Dakota, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and ...

A promotional image for the renewal of vows package from AMM, showing the gift box and its contents, a floral and blue background, and the text, "Renew your wedding vows!" , Vow Renewal Package, and the AMM logo

237 DAYS AGO | 4.25.2024

New ‘We Still Do!’ Vow Renewal Package in the AMM Store!

Say 'We Still Do!' with AMM's vow renewal package. Asked to officiate a vow renewal? Want to surprise your spouse with a cute anniversary 'proposal'? This gi...

una novia arroja un ramo para que lo cojan sus amigos después de su boda en la playa

238 DAYS AGO | 4.24.2024

¿Cuánto Cuesta Ordenarse en Línea en Puerto Rico Para Oficiar una Boda?

Conozca cuánto cuesta convertirse en ministro ordenado en línea en Puerto Rico, si pagará más por el registro de ministro para oficiar una boda y cómo se com...

Quinceanera dances with her friends during the quince anos party

239 DAYS AGO | 4.23.2024

Leading A Quinceañera Is A Lot Like Officiating a Wedding, With A Few Importa...

7 Tips for Officiating a Quinceañera for Professional Officiants: Officiant Yadira Richards offers advice for officiants & celebrants leading their first qui...

A young couple stands smiling for a photo after their civil wedding ceremony

240 DAYS AGO | 4.22.2024

Can You Get Married in Prison? Plus How to Find a Wedding Officiant While Inc...

Learn about the marriage process for prisoners, including tips on applying for your marriage license, scheduling a wedding ceremony or proxy marriage ceremon...

A young woman celebrates her quinceanera with family and friends

243 DAYS AGO | 4.19.2024

Asked to MC a Quinceañera? Professional Officiants Are In Demand For Sweet Fi...

Professional wedding officiants and celebrants are frequently asked to lead quinceañera celebrations. Learn why officiants are in demand for these 'sweet fif...

An Indian bride and groom sit together on the wedding day

244 DAYS AGO | 4.18.2024

6 Hindu Wedding Rituals You Might See at a Big Indian Ceremony

Learn about popular Hindu wedding traditions you might see during a Hindu Indian marriage celebration! Including the Varmala or Jaimala, Kanyadana (Giving Aw...

Promotional image showing three wedding officiants who will be speaking during upcoming online classes.

245 DAYS AGO | 4.17.2024

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Online Officiant Courses from AMM!

Join AMM and expert wedding officiants from around the country for an exciting continuing-education course! These free online training classes are open to al...

A priest lifts up his hands while holding a Bible, as the bride and groom lean in for kiss. A funny photo.

246 DAYS AGO | 4.16.2024

The Wedding’s First Kiss? That Was Between The Priest & The Groom…

Learn the chaste history of the wedding’s first kiss, the ‘Kiss of Peace’ blessing, given by an officiating Catholic Priest to a groom and then passed on to ...

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