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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!



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

122 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.

123 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

124 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

125 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...

Three wedding rings on a red velvet ring box, arranged on a table

128 DAYS AGO | 8.8.2025

Silver, Gold, Black: The Symbolism of Wedding Ring Materials Explained

Your wedding ring might symbolize more than you think! Explore the meaning behind gold, silver, wood, and black wedding rings, and what your choice could rev...

Imagen promocional del manual del ministro, y texto que dice "¡Versión en español! Manual de ministro de AMM para nuevos oficiantes de bodas"

129 DAYS AGO | 8.7.2025

¡Presentamos la edición en español del Manual de ministro de AMM para ofician...

¡Oficie bodas legales con confianza! El Manual de ministro de AMM para oficiantes de bodas ya está disponible en español. Esta guía detallada incluye informa...

Close up of bride and groom at Indian wedding, traditional wedding attire and a blue suit

131 DAYS AGO | 8.5.2025

Stealing the Groom’s Shoes: A Fun Indian Wedding Tradition

Add laughter & lighthearted rivalry to your Indian wedding with the Joota Chupai tradition, aka stealing the groom's shoes! This fun wedding prank is a perfe...

Figuras estilizadas de novios contra un fondo de ciudad brillante

132 DAYS AGO | 8.4.2025

Oficiantes: Adapten su Negocio a Medida que el Cambio Climático Impulsa Más B...

Descubre cómo el cambio climático está cambiando las tendencias de bodas y por qué el otoño es ahora temporada alta. Incluye consejos para oficiantes de boda...

Godparents hold a baby during a baptism in church while friends and family watch

135 DAYS AGO | 8.1.2025

Christian Baptism Script for Ministers (With Scripture)

Use this heartfelt Christian baptism script with scripture, prayers, and family participation—perfect for ministers officiating a child's baptism or adapting...

A bride sits at a table alone, lonely

137 DAYS AGO | 7.30.2025

Why Wedding Planning Can Feel So Lonely

Feeling like you don’t have enough friends for a big wedding or wedding party? You’re not alone! Take a look at how the wedding industry can fuel the pressur...

Close up of two people looking at a piece of paper titled "prenuptial agreement"

138 DAYS AGO | 7.29.2025

Should Your Friends & Parents Write Your Prenup Agreement?

Should your friends & family help write your prenuptial agreement? Explore modern prenup trends, lifestyle clauses, and the trend toward community centered r...

Ilustración de tres fotografías Polaroid de escapadas

139 DAYS AGO | 7.28.2025

Por Qué Debería Fugarse (una Guía Ilustrada)

¿Busca razones para fugarse? ¡Estas ideas lo inspirarán! Planifique una alternativa divertida y ecológica a una boda tradicional. ¡Una guía ilustrada para fu...

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