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Articles by Jessica Levey

Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator

Jessica Levey

Jessica loves exploring the history and magic of ritual, the connections between people and places, and sharing true stories about love and commitment. She's an advocate for marriage equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and individuality, and is an ordained Minister with AMM. When she’s not writing or illustrating for AMM, she enjoys city hikes, fantasy novels, comics, and traveling.

1223 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1223 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Love drinking games at weddings? This ritual's for you!

99 DAYS AGO | 8.29.2025

This Polish Wedding Toast Predicts Who Wears the Pants in Your Marriage

Discover the Polish-inspired Vodka & Water Shot wedding toast: a fun game of chance that decides who's the boss of the marriage - or at least the wedding nig...

bride and groom smile and laugh as they break a traditional loaf of bread together

100 DAYS AGO | 8.28.2025

Breaking of the Bread: A Fun Wedding Ritual to Kick Off Your Reception

A playful wedding ritual where couples break bread to see who gets the biggest piece, and earn the title of "breadwinner." Fun, easy, and perfect for your we...

couple hold hands, showing off wedding ring tattoos

101 DAYS AGO | 8.27.2025

Your Guide to Wedding Ring Tattoos: Ideas, Cost, Aftercare & More

Wedding ring tattoos are a modern way to symbolize your everlasting love. ✓ Read our blog to discover ideas and find inspiration for your own tattoos!

El novio hace una mueca divertida mientras abraza a la novia, posando para fotos de boda al aire libre.

103 DAYS AGO | 8.25.2025

55 Preguntas que un oficiante de bodas puede hacerle a una pareja para *realm...

Una lista de preguntas divertidas, útiles y francamente poco absurdas que un oficiante de bodas puede hacerles a las parejas para conocerlas antes de la cere...

Colorful illustration with reds, greens, and pinks, of Korean wooden wedding ducks against a background of roses, bushes, and blue sky

106 DAYS AGO | 8.22.2025

The Sweet Meaning of Korean Wedding Ducks & How to Include Them

Discover the symbolism of Korean wooden wedding ducks, and learn how to include them to bring harmony, devotion, and lifelong love in marriage. This wedding ...

two wedding invitations in colorful envelopes on a simple background

107 DAYS AGO | 8.21.2025

What to Say on a Wedding Invitation for a Second Marriage (Examples & Sample ...

Discover what to say on a wedding invitation for a second marriage, including tips, wording examples, and sample cards to celebrate your new beginning with a...

Tres personas miran una computadora portátil mientras una de ellas completa la solicitud de ordenación para ser ordenado en línea.

108 DAYS AGO | 8.20.2025

¿Ordenación en línea versus un Comisionado Adjunto de California para un Prog...

¿Qué es mejor para oficiar bodas por primera vez: ordenarse en línea en California o el Programa de Comisionado Adjunto por un Día? ¡Analicemos el costo, el ...

Money pinned to a bride's veil

109 DAYS AGO | 8.19.2025

Filipino Wedding Tradition Helps You Pay for Wedding With a Dance Party

Learn about the Filipino wedding money dance, a fun tradition where guests pin cash to the couple during a dance to show their support - and help cover costs...

El oficiante de la boda hace gestos y sonríe mientras lee el guión de la ceremonia durante una boda al aire libre.

114 DAYS AGO | 8.14.2025

Cómo Oficiar Una Boda Por Primera Vez

Aprenda a celebrar una boda por primera vez, desde la ordenación en línea hasta la firma del certificado de matrimonio. Una guía paso a paso para nuevos ofic...

Ilustración estilizada de una pareja viajando en un cohete en el espacio con la Tierra a la distancia.

115 DAYS AGO | 8.13.2025

¿Puede uno casarse legalmente en el espacio a bordo de un cohete suborbital d...

¿Son las bodas en el espacio la próxima gran tendencia? Descubre si puedes casarte legalmente a bordo de un cohete, dónde solicitar una licencia de matrimoni...

Bride and groom laugh on the wedding day

116 DAYS AGO | 8.12.2025

Pucker Up! Swedish Wedding 'Kissing Game' Gets Up Close & Personal

Discover the playful Swedish wedding "kissing game," where guests sneak kisses from the newlyweds. Add this fun tradition to a traditional or multicultural w...

A man is getting a straight razor shave on his wedding day, close up photo of man leaning over with razor giving shave

117 DAYS AGO | 8.11.2025

This Greek Wedding Tradition Requires a Best Man with Steady Hands

Learn about the Greek tradition of shaving the groom on the wedding day, a symbolic ritual with the Best Man, representing trust, friendship & the transition...

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