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Articles by Jessica Levey

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.

1260 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1260 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Two friends and the wedding officiant raise a glass of champagne to toast the newlywed bride and groom after their wedding ceremony, all five of them are smiling happily.

1632 DAYS AGO | 9.27.2021

How to Ask Someone to Officiate Your Wedding - Our Favorite Way to Say 'Will ...

How to ask someone to officiate your wedding ceremony - 3 creative ways to ask a friend or family member to perform a marriage, that will make them feel love...

How to Get Married in Indiana - Planning a wedding in the Hoosier State

1635 DAYS AGO | 9.24.2021

How to Get Married in Indiana - Planning a wedding in the Hoosier State

A step-by-step guide to getting married in Indiana - from how to find a wedding officiant and choose a wedding venue, to tips on where to apply for and retur...

Italian Wedding Traditions - From Warding Off the Evil Eye at Your Ceremony to Dancing La Tarantella

1636 DAYS AGO | 9.23.2021

Italian Wedding Traditions - From Warding Off the Evil Eye at Your Ceremony t...

Include one of these 14 Italian wedding traditions and superstitions in your marriage ceremony or reception! From warding off the evil eye and other supersti...

California legislators vote yes on online civil ceremonies and virtual marriage license appointments

1638 DAYS AGO | 9.21.2021

California legislators vote yes on online civil ceremonies and virtual marria...

California votes on extending online civil ceremonies and virtual marriage license appointments through January 2024, as legislators send Assembly Bill 583 t...

Pope Francis firmly closes the door on same-sex marriage within the Catholic Church

1638 DAYS AGO | 9.21.2021

Pope Francis firmly closes the door on same-sex marriage within the Catholic ...

Pope Francis speaks out again against blessing same-sex marriages within the Catholic Church.

How to Get Married in Georgia - Planning a wedding in the Peach State

1642 DAYS AGO | 9.17.2021

How to Get Married in Georgia - Planning a wedding in the Peach State

A step-by-step guide to getting married in Georgia - from finding an officiant and choosing a wedding venue, to how to apply for, complete, and return your G...

close up of bride and groom holding hands

1643 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2021

How Old Do You Have To Be To Get Married In Each State?

Learn the legal age to get married in each state & territory, with links to marriage laws for child marriage, such as requiring parental consent, court appro...

How to Write Wedding Vows Using the Three Question Template

1644 DAYS AGO | 9.15.2021

How to Write Wedding Vows Using the Three Question Template

Learn how to write your own wedding vows using this simple three question template. Perfect for wedding officiants writing a personalized ceremony script, an...

pink flower against a white background to symbolize peace, love, and quiet reflection

1645 DAYS AGO | 9.14.2021

How to Include a Moment of Silence in Your Wedding Ceremony

Learn how long a moment of silence lasts during a wedding ceremony, when to add one, and what to say before and after. A ‘how to’ for couples and officiants ...

7 Tips for Wedding Officiants During the COVID Delta Surge

1646 DAYS AGO | 9.13.2021

7 Tips for Wedding Officiants During the COVID Delta Surge

Practical tips for wedding officiants to create safe (and fun!) ceremonies during the COVID-19 pandemic as the delta variant surge continues, including a cl...

Give Your Wedding a 1960s Pop Infusion with These 10 Songs & Lyrics

1649 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2021

Give Your Wedding a 1960s Pop Infusion with These 10 Songs & Lyrics

Make sure your wedding vows and ceremony script pop by adding a few lyrics from these 1960s classic songs. Perfect for a vintage, retro, hippie, or bohemian...

Mayor De Blasio calls out NYC Marriage Bureau

1649 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2021

Mayor De Blasio calls out NYC Marriage Bureau

Couples in New York sometimes wait weeks for a virtual appointment to get a marriage license during the COVID pandemic. Mayor de Blasio says it’s time for th...

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