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Articles by Jessica Levey

Content Manager; 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.

1322 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1322 articles written by Jessica Levey, Content Manager; Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Ilustración de cinta adhesiva, bolígrafos, guion de la ceremonia de boda y mapa, y otros artículos para un kit de emergencia para bodas.

Qué incluir en un kit de emergencia para el día de la boda para el oficiante

Qué incluir en un kit de emergencia del oficiante para el día de la boda: desde un guion de boda de repuesto, pañuelos de papel y quitamanchas, ¡hasta un bolígrafo extra para la licencia!

Close up of couple signing marriage license, delaware

Proposed Law Would Simplify Gender Marker Update on Delaware Marriage Certificate

Delaware bill HB 375 would allow transgender individuals to update marriage certificates and other vital records via self-attestation, allow applications to be filed with Clerk, and create a confidential record for original documents, securing privacy for LGBTQ+ families.

Close up of a minister signing the marriage certificate / marriage license in CT wedding

How to Fill out a Connecticut Marriage License with Samples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out a Connecticut marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from the Town Clerk's office.

Invitación de boda exhibida sobre una mesa

¿Error en sus invitaciones de boda? 8 maneras de salvar el día.

¿Ha encontrado un error en sus invitaciones de boda? ¡Que no corra el pánico! Aquí tiene 8 maneras prácticas de corregir un error tipográfico en las invitaciones de boda, desde correcciones rápidas que puede hacer usted mismo hasta reimpresiones, invitaciones digitales y mucho más.

Wedding couple stand with photographer on beach, looking at photos

Could the Barter System Reshape the Wedding Industry?

Can bartering reshape the wedding industry? Explore how Gen Z wedding vendors are trading services, plus the benefits and risks, and what it could mean for accessibility and affordability in modern weddings.

wedding officiant with bride and groom during beautiful outdoor wedding

How to Fill out a New York Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out a NY marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from New York clerks.


Un novio sostiene a su novia en brazos en una playa en un día soleado

5 divertidas ceremonias de unión para bodas en la playa o renovación de votos

Cinco ideas creativas para la ceremonia de unión en su boda en la playa, que incluyen un ritual de bendición con conchas o piedras, un brindis tropical único con un cóctel nupcial personalizado, la tradicional ceremonia de la arena y mucho más.

Friends smiling and hugging outdoors.

5 Wedding Ceremony Ideas for Lavender Marriages: Small Signings to Big & Formal

5 ways to celebrate a legal lavender marriage, from a simple marriage license signing to a full-frills formal wedding ceremony.

the wedding couple hug friends and officiant at a lavender marriage ceremony

Who Officiates a Lavender Marriage Ceremony? (& How to Choose Your Officiant)

Planning a lavender marriage ceremony? Choose the perfect wedding officiant for your unique situation, from asking a friend or relative to officiate, to hiring a professional officiant.

Los novios se abrazan mientras amigos y familiares celebran al fondo en la recepción, rodeados de globos en forma de corazón.

Guiones de ceremonias de bodas en español en PDF para oficiantes

Guiones de boda en español sencillos en PDF para descargar y usar en su boda. ¡Ceremonias sencillas, profesionales y preescritas que le encantarán!

wedding invitation displayed on table

Mistake on Your Wedding Invitations? 8 Ways to Save the Day

Find a mistake on your wedding invites? Don’t panic! Here are 8 practical ways to fix a typo on wedding invitations, from quick DIY corrections to reprints, digital wedding invites, and more.

officiant signs CO marriage certificate while brides watch, smiling

How to Fill out a Colorado Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step instructions for filling out a marriage certificate in Colorado. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and self-uniting couples, plus tips from the CO County Clerk Office.

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