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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.

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!



Friends smiling and hugging outdoors.

25 DAYS AGO | 4.5.2026

5 Wedding Ceremony Ideas for Lavender Marriages: Small Signings to Big & Formal

5 ways to celebrate a legal lavender marriage, from a simple marriage license signing to a full-frills formal wedding ceremony.

the wedding couple hug friends and officiant at a lavender marriage ceremony

27 DAYS AGO | 4.3.2026

Who Officiates a Lavender Marriage Ceremony? (& How to Choose Your Officiant)

Planning a lavender marriage ceremony? Choose the perfect wedding officiant for your unique situation, from asking a friend or relative to officiate, to hiri...

Los novios se abrazan mientras amigos y familiares celebran al fondo en la recepción, rodeados de globos en forma de corazón.

29 DAYS AGO | 4.1.2026

Guiones de ceremonias de bodas en español en PDF para oficiantes

Guiones de boda en español sencillos en PDF para descargar y usar en su boda. ¡Ceremonias sencillas, profesionales y preescritas que le encantarán!

wedding invitation displayed on table

32 DAYS AGO | 3.29.2026

Mistake on Your Wedding Invitations? 8 Ways to Save the Day

Find a mistake on your wedding invites? Don’t panic! Here are 8 practical ways to fix a typo on wedding invitations, from quick DIY corrections to reprints, ...

officiant signs CO marriage certificate while brides watch, smiling

34 DAYS AGO | 3.27.2026

How to Fill out a Colorado Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step instructions for filling out a marriage certificate in Colorado. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and self-uniting couples, p...

close up of bride holding a wedding vow booklet with handwritten personalized vows inside

38 DAYS AGO | 3.23.2026

The Ultimate Wedding Vows Guide: All Our Vow Resources in One Place!

Your all-in-one wedding vows guide, with expert tips, vow examples, and FAQs. Write your own wedding vows, explore real sample vows, and plan the perfect vow...

close up of a sword and rings for a viking wedding

41 DAYS AGO | 3.20.2026

Viking Wedding Vows: Traditional & Modern Ways to Say SKAL! To Love

Traditional and modern Viking wedding vows for your ceremony, including 'marriage of equals' blood oath, family participation, spiritual / Norse pagan blessi...

Un hombre permanece de pie en el agua sonriendo después de su bautismo. Viste una camisa oscura y el agua le llega hasta la cintura.

43 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2026

Qué ponerse (y qué no ponerse) para un bautizo

¡Aprenda cómo vestir para un bautismo (como invitado, para realizar un bautismo o al ser bautizado) y cómo no vestir!

bride and groom smile, embrace on wedding day by altar

45 DAYS AGO | 3.16.2026

12 Wedding Day Mantras for Worriers & People Pleasers

12 quotes & mantras for your wedding day! Advice for worries and people pleasers for a joyful celebration that centers your love.

Un ministro no confesional realiza una ceremonia de boda para dos novias en un hermoso día al aire libre.

50 DAYS AGO | 3.11.2026

Sitios populares para obtener certificados de ordenación no denominacional en...

Una guía útil para decidir dónde obtener un certificado de ordenación no denominacional en línea, comparando lugares populares para ordenarse en línea gratis...

Wedding officiant stands with the bride and groom on wedding day

52 DAYS AGO | 3.9.2026

How to Fill out an Idaho Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out an Idaho marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from an ID Count...

collage stock images of Zendaya and Tom Holland, with icon of wedding rings and heart

55 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2026

Are Zendaya & Tom Holland Married? How the Secret Wedding Could Have Happened

Wait, did Zendaya and Tom Holland get married? Here's how the secret wedding could have happened, and more info about California's confidential marriage lice...

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