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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.

1227 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1227 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Flor rosa sobre un fondo blanco para simbolizar la paz, el amor y la reflexión tranquila.

98 DAYS AGO | 9.8.2025

Cómo Incluir un Momento de Silencio en su Ceremonia de Boda

Aprenda cuánto dura un momento de silencio durante una ceremonia de boda, cuándo añadir y qué decir antes y después. Guía práctica para parejas y oficiantes ...

Screenshot of Taylor Swift Instagram announcement of her engagement to Travis Kelce,

101 DAYS AGO | 9.5.2025

These Celebrities Offered to be Taylor & Travis’s Wedding Officiant (And You ...

From Flavor Flav to Gov. Jared Polis, celebrities are lining up to officiate Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s wedding! See who else has volunteered for the big ...

A beautiful fall wedding outdoors, friends smiling laughing

103 DAYS AGO | 9.3.2025

7 Fall Wedding Trends You'll Love, From an Expert Planner

Discover the top Fall 2025 wedding trends from expert planner Lisa VanHorton, including intentional spending, silk florals, unique venues, smaller guest list...

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift talk together during an episode of the New Heights sports podcast

104 DAYS AGO | 9.2.2025

Taylor Swift’s Engagement is Numerologically Aligned & Yours Can Be Too

Discover how Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s engagement date aligns with numerology, and how to pick a lucky wedding date and plan your wedding using life path...

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

108 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

109 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

110 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.

112 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

115 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

116 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.

117 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

118 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...

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