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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!



stylized illustration showing romance between human and an AI companion

141 DAYS AGO | 7.18.2025

Marry an AI Chatbot? Everything You Need to Know About Saying “A-I Do!”

Can you legally marry an AI companion? Explore the rise of hybrid human-AI relationships, symbolic chatbot weddings, and what the future of love, marriage, a...

A young couple pose together in love

142 DAYS AGO | 7.17.2025

Why Gen Z is Choosing Domestic Partnership Over Marriage

More Gen Z couples are choosing domestic partnerships instead of marriage to avoid wedding costs, tax penalties, or uphold personal values. Learn more & what...

Close up of a newlywed signing the marriage license

143 DAYS AGO | 7.16.2025

Delaware is Making it Easier for Parolees to Get Married in 2026

Delaware will remove marriage restrictions for people on parole and probation in 2025, making it easier for them to apply for a license without special permi...

Close up photo of newlyweds signing a marriage license

144 DAYS AGO | 7.15.2025

Missouri Legislators Ban Child Marriage, Raise Legal Age to Marry to 18

Missouri bans child marriage with new law raising the minimum age to marry to 18 with no exceptions. Learn what this means & which other states prohibit unde...

Two grooms hold hands and smile on the wedding day

152 DAYS AGO | 7.7.2025

Wisconsin Lawmakers Pass New Same-Sex Marriage Protections

Wisconsin updates marriage laws to protect same-sex couples, replacing outdated language with gender neutral terminology and adding new legal protections for...

Wedding tent with colorful lights, guests gathered happily at evening

157 DAYS AGO | 7.2.2025

Beyond the Band: 5 Unique Wedding Entertainment Ideas

Looking for fresh wedding entertainment ideas beyond the usual band or DJ? From drag shows to live painting & lion dancers, here are 5 unforgettable ways to ...

Primer plano de dos mujeres chocando las manos y riendo, sentadas juntas a la mesa. Al fondo, otra mujer observa felizmente, sosteniendo un bolígrafo. Hay un cuaderno abierto frente a ella, lo que sugiere que ha estado trabajando en el esquema de la ceremonia de boda con estas dos novias.

158 DAYS AGO | 7.1.2025

Consejos de Escritura: Es Personal, Cómo Expresar su Personalidad en una Cere...

La mejor forma de personalizar la ceremonia de su boda es hacerle a la pareja las preguntas adecuadas sobre su relación y evitar que parezca un "brindis" o u...

Bride and groom stand with wedding officiant while seated friends and family watch the marriage ceremony

159 DAYS AGO | 6.30.2025

Don’t Have Someone to be Your Bridesmaid or Best Man? Try This Instead

No one to ask as your best man or maid of honor? Here’s what to do instead: 3 creative & meaningful alternatives to traditional wedding attendant roles.

Bride smiles and wipes sweat off groom's forehead with napkin

163 DAYS AGO | 6.26.2025

How Hot is TOO Hot for an Outdoor Wedding?

How hot is too hot for an outdoor summer wedding? Learn the ideal & max temps, heat risk factors & practical tips to keep guests cool, comfortable, and safe!

Invitadas sentadas en una boda, esperando, arco de boda arreglado con flores.

164 DAYS AGO | 6.25.2025

¿Qué pasa si el Oficiante de su Boda le Cancela? 3 Maneras de Salvar el Día

¿Qué hacer si el oficiante de su boda le cancela? Haga clic para ver 3 medidas que puede tomar ahora mismo para evitar desastres el día de la boda, ¡incluyen...

Graphic shows Chicago city scene, plus info about the Officiant Accelerator event on Sept 17, 2025

165 DAYS AGO | 6.24.2025

AMM's Officiant Accelerator is Back in Chicago September 2025!

AMM's fun & informative wedding officiant training day returns to Chicago, Illinois! Click now to get your tickets for Officiant Accelerator: Chicago on Sept...

Nervous grooms looks up in thought during wedding ceremony

166 DAYS AGO | 6.23.2025

Can You Marry Someone Without Their Knowledge? How Officiants Help Prevent Fraud

A Texas man was shocked to find out he was married without his knowledge! Read about the Kristin Marie Spearman alleged stalking case, plus 4 legal safeguard...

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