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Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica Levey

Jessica Levey is a content specialist 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, and LLM optimization. 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.

1245 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1245 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Stylized photo with holiday tree inside a ring box, symbolizing winter engagement ideas.

62 DAYS AGO | 11.28.2025

Holiday Proposal Ideas to Get Engaged by New Year’s Day!

10 creative holiday proposal ideas to get engaged by New Year’s! From cozy winter moments and festive surprises to romantic Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas ...

A collage of images, and the color swatch for Island Citrus

64 DAYS AGO | 11.26.2025

6 Affordable Ways to Use the Island Citrus Wedding Color Trend in Your Celebr...

Plan a bright and bold wedding color scheme, inspired by Minted + Brides Island Citrus! Tips on including this vibrant yellow-green theme in your wedding, el...

Los novios se toman de la mano durante una boda en la playa.

70 DAYS AGO | 11.20.2025

Redacción creativa para la "declaración de intenciones" de su ceremonia de boda

Formas creativas de decir "Sí, acepto" con una declaración de intenciones personalizada que refleje su historia de amor, estilo y el tono de su ceremonia nup...

Promotional image shows cover of book with promo text, "Introducing Ceremonies with Integrity, Your guide to building an ethical wedding business and crafting ceremonies that honor every couple."

71 DAYS AGO | 11.19.2025

Want to Become a Wedding Officiant With Integrity, Confidence & Great Profess...

Learn ethical wedding officiant best practices, modern wedding officiant etiquette, and tips to create a strong business and professional boundaries with 'Ce...

bride and groom pose with wedding officaint at ren faire wedding

73 DAYS AGO | 11.17.2025

10 Reasons to Say YES to a Ren Faire Wedding: From Bards to Budgets (& Giant ...

Why choose a Ren Faire wedding? From immersive experiences and costumes, to jousting, epic photos, and budget-friendly wedding packages, here are our top 10 ...

Los novios tomados de la mano el día de su boda, primer plano de sus manos entrelazadas.

76 DAYS AGO | 11.14.2025

¿Cuántas veces se puede casar en cada estado?

Aprenda cuántas veces puede casarse en cada estado de EE. UU., si existe un límite en la cantidad de veces que puede volver a casarse y cómo las leyes matrim...

Composite image shows the Michigan state capital building in Lansing with a rainbow behind it, symbolizing LGBTQ+ marriage rights

79 DAYS AGO | 11.11.2025

New Effort to Remove Michigan’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban From State Constitution

Michigan Sen. Moss introduces resolution to remove same-sex marriage ban from the state constitution, would allow voters opportunity to protect marriage righ...

Pride flags in from of Supreme Court building

80 DAYS AGO | 11.10.2025

Great News! Supreme Court Leaves Same-Sex Marriage Alone, Rejects Kim Davis R...

The Supreme Court declines Kim Davis’s appeal, leaving its 2015 ruling on same-sex marriage intact and protections for LGBTQ+ couples in place.

Photo shows a Darry Ring agreement next to a ring box and ring, promotional image from the company

83 DAYS AGO | 11.7.2025

Darry Ring Doubt: Is a True Love Agreement Legally Binding?

Darry Ring promises “one love, one lifetime.” But can that vow hold up in court, or is it just marketing? Here’s what the True Love Agreement means, and what...

Una novia se prepara para la ceremonia nupcial con la ayuda de sus damas de honor y su madre.

85 DAYS AGO | 11.5.2025

La lista definitiva del kit de emergencia para bodas: 45 artículos esenciales

¿Quiere asegurarse de que su boda o la de su ser querido salga a la perfección? Domine el gran día con nuestra guía definitiva de kit de emergencia para boda...

Bride and groom pose next to a lake with a rainbow arching overhead in the distance

87 DAYS AGO | 11.3.2025

2026 Destination Wedding Trends: Iconic Views & Candid Pics Create an Intimat...

Explore 2026 destination wedding trends and adventure elopement ideas with iconic views, candid photos, and tips for every couple and budget.

Promotional graphic that reads "Wedding MBA 2025 / Officiant Happy Hour / Nov 11th / Drinks! Prizes! Conversation!" against a background photo of Zio's Italian Steakhouse bar

91 DAYS AGO | 10.30.2025

Join AMM for Drinks & Prizes at the Wedding MBA 2025 Happy Hour Party!

Join American Marriage Ministries & IAPWO at Wedding MBA 2025 for free drinks, plus a raffle to attend Officiant Accelerator on us in 2026! Calling all profe...

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