Articles by Jessica Levey

1113 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1113 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!

Two brides hug during an outdoor wiccan wedding ceremony

34 DAYS AGO | 3.14.2025

New Wedding Script! A Low-Key Wiccan Wedding Ceremony

This low-key Wiccan wedding ceremony script is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from candle lighting to handfasting ritual.

Los novios se toman de la mano frente a las puertas abiertas de una iglesia después de la ceremonia de la boda.

35 DAYS AGO | 3.13.2025

5 Ejemplos Significativos de Votos Matrimoniales Cristianos

5 ejemplos de votos matrimoniales para una ceremonia de boda cristiana, con ejemplos de votos matrimoniales modernos y tradicionales. ¡Úselos como inspiració...

A young couple hold hands on the wedding day in an open field, the bride wears a celtic inspired green belt and has curly green hair

36 DAYS AGO | 3.12.2025

6 Wedding Tips from the Celtic Goddess Brigid

Plan a fun & blessed Pagan wedding ceremony with 6 tips from Celtic Goddess Brigid! Click to read about magic, marriage, DIY wedding ideas & more

A group of wedding guests applaud during a beach wedding as the bride and groom take their vows

37 DAYS AGO | 3.11.2025

Wedding Guests Are Tired of Footing the Bill, But Couples Can’t Afford it Either

Is the cost of attending a wedding going up? This wedding trend might be to blame! Click now to read why going to a wedding can get expensive for guests.

A bride and groom kiss outside of a large ornate church building on a sunny day

38 DAYS AGO | 3.10.2025

Getting Married in a Church But not Religious? It’s a Trend!

Everything you need to know about church weddings for nonreligious & secular couples, plus why & how to get married in a church where you aren’t a member.

Two penguins looking at each other, a pair of bonded penguins

41 DAYS AGO | 3.7.2025

Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life

Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just ne...

Primer plano de una novia que lleva un bolso con un vestido de novia en un día soleado

42 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2025

5 Artículos Esenciales para Tener en su Bolso de Mano el Día de Su Boda

¡Qué llevar en el bolso de mano o cartera de boda el gran día! Haga clic ahora para ver nuestra lista de artículos imprescindibles!

A colorful wedding in the woods, with lots of different guests smiling and happy, standing around the brides.

43 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2025

New Wedding Script! A Spiritual Wedding Ceremony Honoring Divine Love

We added a new spiritual wedding script to our library ✓ Click to read what makes this officiant wording special for your spiritual but not religious wedding...

Stylized painting of Egyptian Goddess of marriage

44 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2025

Marriage Advice From 5 Ancient Gods & Goddesses

Fun marriage advice & wedding tips from the ancient Gods & Goddesses of Marriage, from Isis to Hera, Hathor, and more!

A bridesmaid in a pink formal dress bends to sign the marriage license while guests watch in the distance during a wedding ceremony

46 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2025

Who Can Be a Witness for a Wedding & How Do You Choose?

Learn who can be a witness at a wedding ceremony, which states require wedding witnesses, and what you'll actually have to do the day of the wedding.

Close up photo of a dog at wedding ceremony

48 DAYS AGO | 2.28.2025

Can a Dog Officiate a Wedding? These States Allow Fido to Lead the Ceremony

Learn how your dog can serve as a ceremonial wedding officiant in states where couples can 'self-solemnize.' Your dog pretends to deliver the script as co-of...