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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!



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

171 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.

172 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

173 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

174 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...

Engaged couple show off the engagement ring to friends and family at a prenup party at home

177 DAYS AGO | 6.20.2025

3 Reasons to Throw a Prenup Party Before Your Wedding

What is a prenup party and why should you throw one? Check out 3 great reasons to celebrate this important milestone on the way to marriage before the wedding.

Young couple look at a phone together smiling outdoors

178 DAYS AGO | 6.19.2025

TikTok Made Me Propose: An Algorithm-Manifested Marriage Engagement?

Can social media persuade you to propose marriage? Consider the power of platforms, TikTok proposal trends, digital marketing, & algorithm-manifested marriag...

Dinosaur poses next to wedding rings

179 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2025

5 Jurassic Park Wedding Theme Ideas for a Fun & Memorable Day

Plan a Jurassic Park theme wedding that's fun and elegant, inspired by the lush scenery and excitement of this classic film. From linen suits & palm leaf bou...

Two women hold hands in a field

181 DAYS AGO | 6.16.2025

Wisconsin Lawmakers Move to Protect Same-Sex Marriage

WI Lawmakers want to protect same-sex marriage rights by amending the Wisconsin state constitution to remove a defunct same-sex marriage ban. Read more about...

Wedding guests sit, smiling and happy, watching the wedding ceremony

184 DAYS AGO | 6.13.2025

A Simple Guide to Wedding Dress Code Meanings for Guests

A quick guide to the meaning of wedding dress codes, with examples of what to wear for each. Click to see the difference between formal and semi formal, whi...

Una novia firma el certificado de matrimonio mientras el novio observa.

187 DAYS AGO | 6.10.2025

¿Puede Utilizar una Licencia de Matrimonio en Otro Estado?

Aprenda a solicitar una licencia de matrimonio si desea casarse en otro estado. Haga clic ahora para empezar a planificar la boda de sus sueños y obtener con...

Collaged image, a unity cross assembled on a table next to sunflower bouquet, behind is a floral wedding scene

191 DAYS AGO | 6.6.2025

How to Include a Unity Cross Ceremony in Your Wedding (With Sample Officiant ...

Add a meaningful Unity Cross & prayer ceremony to your Christian wedding with this simple advice, plus a sample officiant script with Bible readings on love ...

El novio y la novia posan para fotos el día de la boda, felices y riendo juntos afuera bajo el sol.

192 DAYS AGO | 6.5.2025

Esquema y Orden de la Ceremonia de Boda: Comprender las Partes de una Ceremon...

Nuestro sencillo esquema de ceremonia de boda explica las partes de la ceremonia, ¡de principio a fin! Esta plantilla incluye el papel del oficiante, el cami...

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