Articles by Jessica Levey

1293 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1293 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!

363 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2025

5 Jurassic Park Wedding Theme Ideas for a Fun & Memorable Day

Plan a Jurassic Park theme wedding that's fun and elegant, inspired by the lush scenery and excitement of this classic film. From linen suits & palm leaf bou...

365 DAYS AGO | 6.16.2025

Wisconsin Lawmakers Move to Protect Same-Sex Marriage

WI Lawmakers want to protect same-sex marriage rights by amending the Wisconsin state constitution to remove a defunct same-sex marriage ban. Read more about...

Wedding guests sit, smiling and happy, watching the wedding ceremony

368 DAYS AGO | 6.13.2025

A Simple Guide to Wedding Dress Code Meanings for Guests

A quick guide to the meaning of wedding dress codes, with examples of what to wear for each. Click to see the difference between formal and semi formal, whi...

Una novia firma el certificado de matrimonio mientras el novio observa.

371 DAYS AGO | 6.10.2025

¿Puede Utilizar una Licencia de Matrimonio en Otro Estado?

Aprenda a solicitar una licencia de matrimonio si desea casarse en otro estado. Haga clic ahora para empezar a planificar la boda de sus sueños y obtener con...

Collaged image, a unity cross assembled on a table next to sunflower bouquet, behind is a floral wedding scene

375 DAYS AGO | 6.6.2025

How to Include a Unity Cross Ceremony in Your Wedding (With Sample Officiant ...

Add a meaningful Unity Cross & prayer ceremony to your Christian wedding with this simple advice, plus a sample officiant script with Bible readings on love ...

El novio y la novia posan para fotos el día de la boda, felices y riendo juntos afuera bajo el sol.

376 DAYS AGO | 6.5.2025

Esquema y Orden de la Ceremonia de Boda: Comprender las Partes de una Ceremon...

Nuestro sencillo esquema de ceremonia de boda explica las partes de la ceremonia, ¡de principio a fin! Esta plantilla incluye el papel del oficiante, el cami...

A photo of the CT state capitol building in Hartford

378 DAYS AGO | 6.3.2025

Connecticut Legislators Vote to Ban First Cousin Marriages

Lawmakers in Connecticut voted to ban marriage between first cousins, beginning Oct 1, 2025. Click to read more about CT HB06918.

Wedding guests at a ceremony watch the bride and groom (who are out of frame)

380 DAYS AGO | 6.1.2025

Plan a ‘Guest Friendly’ Wedding & Help Stop Guest Burnout

Wedding guest burnout is real! Click for tips to plan a wedding that won’t leave guests stressed, broke, or ranting on Reddit.

Wedding flower leis rest on a stone next to wedding rings

382 DAYS AGO | 5.30.2025

12 Hawaiian Pidgin Bible Passages fo da Wedding

Christian wedding readings & Bible verses in Hawaiian Creole / Hawaiian Pidgin, from Da Jesus Book (Hawaiian Pidgin Bible, HPB)

close up photo, two people hold hands, showing off engagement ring

383 DAYS AGO | 5.29.2025

Oregon Lawmakers Ban Child Marriage, Raise Marrying Age to 18

Beginning Jan 1, 2026, you must be 18 years old to get married in Oregon. Read more about SB548, signed into law by Gov Tina Kotek this week!

A row of white wedding dresses in a wedding dress shop / bridal shop

385 DAYS AGO | 5.27.2025

6 Honest Pros & Cons of Renting a Wedding Dress

What to consider when deciding if a wedding dress rental is right for you! Click to see potential advantages & disadvantages of renting a dress, including to...