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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.

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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!


Bride and groom stand in a field of Texas Hill Country bluebonnets

346 DAYS AGO | 5.19.2025

Dripping Springs Will Continue Reign as ‘Wedding Capital of Texas’

Want to elope in Dripping Springs? This Hill Country town is keeping it's crown as the Wedding Capital of Texas, so plan your destination wedding today!

Groom holds a cowboy hat over their faces as he kisses the bride on the wedding day

346 DAYS AGO | 5.19.2025

Texas Lawmakers to Decide Who Returns a Marriage License

Officiants must return a Texas marriage license, but that could change! Click to read the pros & cons legislators will weigh to deciding if newlyweds can ret...

Man stares at a laptop with worried expression, propping his head in his hands.

349 DAYS AGO | 5.16.2025

How AI Could Devalue the Work of Wedding Officiants

AI wedding speech generators could lead to fewer clients & lower rates for wedding officiants. Click to read why AI might be a bad bargain in the long run fo...

Photo of Pope Leo SIV waving to the crowd after his election

350 DAYS AGO | 5.15.2025

Can the Pope Get Married? It Wouldn’t Be the First Time...

Can popes be married? Take a closer look at the history of married popes, how clerical celibacy traditions in the Catholic Church have changed, and more!

A sign on a curb reads "minister parking", next to some bushes

351 DAYS AGO | 5.14.2025

Can Ministers Park Anywhere? Mark Consuelos Says So, But…

What to know about using a clergy parking permit, including where you can park and when, how to get one, & if ministers park for free! Click now to get the i...

Disinterested young bride and groom slouch in their wedding clothes for a photoshoot.

352 DAYS AGO | 5.13.2025

Would Gen Z Abandon Marriage if Griswold v. Connecticut is Overturned?

What might happen to Gen Alpha or Gen Z marriage trends if Griswold vs Connecticut is overturned? Click to read our thoughts on the changing legal & social l...

Bride and groom stand with the wedding officiant in front of a very large Christian cross

353 DAYS AGO | 5.12.2025

5 Examples of Heartfelt Marriage Vows Before God for a Christian Wedding

5 Examples of traditional and modern Christian wedding vows that put the focus on God at the heart of your marriage.

A forest floor covered in blue flowers among tall trees and leaves.

356 DAYS AGO | 5.9.2025

A Beautiful Nature-Based Funeral Reading from John Muir

Honor a loved one who felt at home in the great outdoors with this meaningful nature-based funeral reading from John Muir. A meaningful reading for a memoria...

A pink lotus flower floats in water surrounded by green lily pads

358 DAYS AGO | 5.7.2025

Online Ordination for Modern Buddhist Wedding Officiants

American Marriage Ministries provides reputable, free, non denominational ordination online to people of all faiths, making it a good choice for Buddhist wed...

Bride stands in road as wild horses cross

359 DAYS AGO | 5.6.2025

Wild Wedding Crashers: 10 Times an Animal Crashed a Wedding

Wild animals at a wedding? Oh my! These cute (& terrifying) party crashers took the nature-themed wedding idea a little too far.

Man and woman sit facing a woman in an office to sign a contract

360 DAYS AGO | 5.5.2025

Could Short-Term Marriage Contracts Replace ‘Til Death Do Us Part’?

Will temporary marriages & 'short term' marriage contracts replace lifelong commitment? One relationship expert's prediction got us thinking about the future...

Symbolic image of a hundred dollar bill rolled up inside a diamond ring

363 DAYS AGO | 5.2.2025

How Will Tariffs Impact the Wedding Industry for Vendors & Couples?

A closer look at how new & increased tariffs might affect wedding vendors and couples planning a wedding, plus how to avoid higher costs in creative ways.

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