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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.

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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!


Alabama Wedding Officiants are Still a Vital Part of the Marriage Process

1709 DAYS AGO | 7.12.2021

Alabama Wedding Officiants are Still a Vital Part of the Marriage Process

Wedding Officiants still serve an important role in Alabama despite changes to the state’s solemnization and marriage laws. Learn how ordained ministers cont...

How to Get Married in Louisiana - Planning a wedding in the Pelican State

1709 DAYS AGO | 7.12.2021

How to Get Married in Louisiana - Planning a wedding in the Pelican State

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

How to Get Married in Texas - Planning a Wedding Ceremony in the Lone Star State

1713 DAYS AGO | 7.8.2021

How to Get Married in Texas - Planning a Wedding Ceremony in the Lone Star State

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

An Intro to Interfaith & Interspiritual Wedding Ceremonies

1714 DAYS AGO | 7.7.2021

An Intro to Interfaith & Interspiritual Wedding Ceremonies

Learn about the similarities and differences between Interfaith and Interspiritual beliefs, and how these concepts apply to wedding ceremonies.

A bride and groom embrace lovingly before the wedding ceremony, the photo is a black and white portrait of two people in love. The man wears a Hawaiian print shirt and the woman is in a sleeveless wedding dress.

1721 DAYS AGO | 6.30.2021

Exchanging vows *before* the wedding ceremony

Private wedding vows: How to exchange private vows before the ceremony for a nontraditional wedding, plus tips on how to write wedding vows

Tips on Gender & Pronouns for Inclusive Wedding Officiants

1722 DAYS AGO | 6.29.2021

Tips on Gender & Pronouns for Inclusive Wedding Officiants

Tips for wedding officiants on creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ couples, with suggestions on pronoun use, gender neutral lang...

How long is a wedding ceremony? What to Include and What to Skip

1723 DAYS AGO | 6.28.2021

How long is a wedding ceremony? What to Include and What to Skip

Asked to perform or plan a wedding? Learn how long a wedding ceremony lasts, and which parts of the ceremony to include or cut to keep it from running too lo...

Illustration of two people embracing against a green background with yellow flowers, watercolor style drawing to symbolize a groom and bride in love

1727 DAYS AGO | 6.24.2021

Classic Wedding Vows (That Will Make Everyone at Your Ceremony Happy Cry)

Sometimes classic vows just feel right! Use these traditional wedding vow examples while planning your ceremony, or modify them to fit any religious, spiritu...

A bride and groom kneel down next to their two dogs, outside in a grassy field on the wedding day. The couple is wearing a white wedding dress and a dress shirt with a vest, and the dogs have cute bowties

1728 DAYS AGO | 6.23.2021

Sequel Wedding Ceremony Script: What to Say During a Couple’s Second Ceremony

Sequel weddings are trending! Use this sample script to officiate a couple’s second ceremony as COVID-19 restrictions lift and venues return to full capacity...

You STOLE Our Hearts: AMM Ministers Looking Good on the Wedding Day!

1733 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2021

You STOLE Our Hearts: AMM Ministers Looking Good on the Wedding Day!

A moment of appreciation for AMM Ministers & Officiants who know how to rock a wedding stole while performing marriage and bringing love and service into the...

What is an SBNR Wedding Officiant & How Do You Become One?

1736 DAYS AGO | 6.15.2021

What is an SBNR Wedding Officiant & How Do You Become One?

An increasing number of couples want a ‘spiritual but not religious’ or non religious wedding ceremony. Learn what it takes to become an SBNR wedding officiant.

This Might Be the Most Important Thing a Wedding Officiant Wears to a Ceremony…

1740 DAYS AGO | 6.11.2021

This Might Be the Most Important Thing a Wedding Officiant Wears to a Ceremony…

This piece of clothing is essential when officiating a wedding! Learn what type of shoes to wear to a ceremony, depending on the couple and the kind of weddi...

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