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Articles by Jessica Levey

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!



A young bride places the wedding ring on the groom's hand during a non-religious secular wedding ceremony. The officiant is behind the groom and can't be seen clearly. Both the bride and groom are smiling, wearing a white dress and a dark suit, with earrings and young alternative styles.

878 DAYS AGO | 12.7.2023

Who Can Officiate a Non-Religious Wedding Ceremony?

Looking for a non religious wedding officiant? There are several great officiant options to consider when planning a civil, secular, or non-religious weddin...

Cordón ilustrado atado en un nudo infinito para representar un ritual de unión único

879 DAYS AGO | 12.6.2023

Cómo Amarrar el Cordón en un Handfasting -- El Nudo Infinito

Una Ceremonia de Unión de Manos, Handfasting! Cómo hacer un nudo infinito durante la ceremonia de su boda. Siga estos diez sencillos pasos ilustrados. Un sen...

Close up of a bride and groom posing on the wedding day outdoors in a snowy forest, they are holding a holiday wreath with red berries and white flowers, and wearing traditional formal wear.

880 DAYS AGO | 12.5.2023

How to Officiate a Christmas Wedding Ceremony

Learn how to officiate a Christmas wedding ceremony for the first time, including where to get ordained online, what questions to ask the couple, how to writ...

5 Reasons to Have Your Wedding at a Funeral Home

881 DAYS AGO | 12.4.2023

5 Reasons to Have Your Wedding at a Funeral Home

Want to get married at a funeral home? 5 great reasons to have your wedding at a funeral home, mortuary, or cemetery, and why more couples are choosing this ...

Ohio Bill Aims to Repeal Same-Sex Marriage Ban & Protect Interracial Marriage

884 DAYS AGO | 12.1.2023

Ohio Bill Aims to Repeal Same-Sex Marriage Ban & Protect Interracial Marriage

Learn about efforts in Ohio to repeal an outdated same-sex marriage ban and codify protections for interracial marriage at the state level, ensuring continui...

Advice for Newly-Sober Wedding Guests and Officiants

885 DAYS AGO | 11.30.2023

Advice for Newly-Sober Wedding Guests and Officiants

Newly sober and going to a wedding? Here are 7 tips to help you have a wonderful time (and stay sane and safe), whether you're a sober wedding guest, wedding...

Countdown to Epic '123123' Wedding Date: Numerologist Rebecca Scolnick Shares Tips for NYE Nuptials

886 DAYS AGO | 11.29.2023

Countdown to Epic '123123' Wedding Date: Numerologist Rebecca Scolnick Shares...

Prepare for an unforgettable ‘123123’ New Year’s Eve wedding or elopement with advice from expert numerologist Rebecca Scolnick, author of The Witch's Book ...

Can Santa Claus Officiate Your Christmas Wedding? 3 Steps to a Very Merry Ceremony

887 DAYS AGO | 11.28.2023

Can Santa Claus Officiate Your Christmas Wedding? 3 Steps to a Very Merry Cer...

We found the perfect wedding officiant for your Christmas wedding: Ask Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus to officiate! Follow these 3 simple steps to have jolly ol' ...

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Nevada to Officiate a Wedding?

888 DAYS AGO | 11.27.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Nevada to Officiate a Wedding?

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Nevada, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and how th...

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Hawaii to Officiate a Wedding?

888 DAYS AGO | 11.27.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Hawaii to Officiate a Wedding?

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Hawaii, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and how th...

Bride and groom embrace and smile happily on the wedding day

891 DAYS AGO | 11.24.2023

5 Spanish Love Poems for Your Wedding Ceremony

Add one of these 5 Spanish love poems to your wedding ceremony or vows! Includes English translations for a personalized bilingual script, featuring wedding ...

Elope! With Inspiration from Dolly Parton & Carl’s 1966 Spring Elopement Ceremony

893 DAYS AGO | 11.22.2023

Elope! With Inspiration from Dolly Parton & Carl’s 1966 Spring Elopement Cere...

Elope with wedding inspiration from Dolly Parton and Carl Dean’s 1966 Spring Elopement Ceremony in Ringgold, Georgia. These 5 ideas will help you plan a memo...

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