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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.

Check out these 1046 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!

1046 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1046 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



A Pagan Priest Creates Community in Conservative Mormon Utah

1038 DAYS AGO | 2.15.2022

A Pagan Priest Creates Community in Conservative Mormon Utah

AMM Minister Feature with wedding officiant and Pagan Priest Leandra Southwinds. Leandra left her Mormon upbringing to pursue Priesthood and now advocates fo...

Bride and groom embrace on a beach during the wedding ceremony, smiling happily at the camera

1039 DAYS AGO | 2.14.2022

12 Creative Pronouncement Ideas for Your Wedding Ceremony

Want to write a creative wedding pronouncement, but aren’t sure what wording to use? Let these 10 alternatives inspire you, from funny to formal examples, ge...

The American Marriage Ministries (AMM) minister ordination packaging, a white box with the AMM logo and name against a blue background

1044 DAYS AGO | 2.9.2022

Is the American Marriage Ministries Minister Ordination Package Worth the Pri...

What comes in the AMM Minister Ordination Package? A review of everything included in your ordination package, including your letter of good standing and ord...

On the Death of the Beloved: Funeral Poem & Blessing by Irish Poet John O’Donohue

1045 DAYS AGO | 2.8.2022

On the Death of the Beloved: Funeral Poem & Blessing by Irish Poet John O’Don...

This Celtic blessing by Irish poet and priest, John O’Donohue, is a beautiful way to honor a lost loved one during a funeral or memorial service, or on the a...

Is it Legal to Officiate a Blockchain or Metaverse Wedding? Good question.

1046 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2022

Is it Legal to Officiate a Blockchain or Metaverse Wedding? Good question.

An emerging trend in blockchain metaverse weddings has industry pros and wedding officiants wondering whether it’s legal to officiate these virtual ceremonie...

5 Questions a Great Wedding Officiant Will Always Ask

1046 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2022

5 Questions a Great Wedding Officiant Will Always Ask

If you’re trying to find the best wedding officiant for your ceremony, or want to become a professional officiant yourself, take note: Here are 5 questions e...

How to Perform a Baby Blessing Ceremony (Examples & Script)

1049 DAYS AGO | 2.4.2022

How to Perform a Baby Blessing Ceremony (Examples & Script)

Learn how to perform a baby blessing with this simple outline and sample script, including examples of rituals to include in your blessing ceremony – from sy...

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

1050 DAYS AGO | 2.3.2022

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

Curious how America’s most romantic holiday got its start? AMM takes a look back at the bloody and uncertain history of Valentine’s Day, from pagans, Popes, ...

A christian cross on a grave at sunset

1051 DAYS AGO | 2.2.2022

Christian Memorial Service Script with Prayer

Asked to officiate a Christian funeral or memorial service? This simple script includes a candle lighting ceremony for family and friends, a heartfelt prayer...

New script! Princess Bride Wedding Ceremony Script

1052 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

New script! Princess Bride Wedding Ceremony Script

We added a new script to our library! This funny wedding ceremony script is based on the memorable movie The Princess Bride, celebrating twue wuv, and all th...

6 Wedding Objection Stories – Funny Prank or Bad Idea?

1052 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

6 Wedding Objection Stories – Funny Prank or Bad Idea?

What happens if someone objects at a wedding… as a joke? Can objections be a funny addition to the ceremony, or are interruptions always a mood killer? We re...

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

1052 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

Now that cannabis consumption lounges are legal in Las Vegas and Nevada, will Sin City become a destination for weed themed weddings, pot receptions, and 420...

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