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Articles by Jessica Levey

Content Manager; 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.

1322 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1322 articles written by Jessica Levey, Content Manager; Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!



Permits for Oregon beach weddings on hold until July

Permits for Oregon beach weddings on hold until July

Oregon will not be issuing permits for weddings and outdoor gatherings of over 50 people until after July 1, 2021, due to the continued spread of COVID-19. Small weddings are allowed. Closures and restrictions have impacted wedding vendors and couples throughout the pandemic.

The Best Worst Wedding Jokes (You’ll Secretly Laugh At)

The Best Worst Wedding Jokes (You’ll Secretly Laugh At)

The best worst wedding jokes and funny quotes on marriage! Would you use these in your toast, speech, vows, or ceremony?

Bride and groom stand outside a Mormon LDS temple on the wedding day

Mormon Weddings : From Top-Secret Temple Sealings to the Myth of Magic Underwear

Take a look inside the very private Mormon wedding ceremony, including temple sealings, recommends, civil ceremonies, magic underwear (garments), and even Mormon divorce.

Close up view of a man and woman placing their hands on a Holy Bible during a wedding ceremony. The Bible and the table top are white.

An Officiant’s Guide to Covenant Marriages

Covenant marriage is a legally distinct type of marriage that wedding officiants should know about. Read our advice on performing a covenant marriage ceremony, including how to sign a covenant marriage license.

Avoiding a Terrible Wedding Toast -- What *Not* To Do

Avoiding a Terrible Wedding Toast -- What *Not* To Do

No one wants to make a fool of themselves by delivering a bad wedding toast! Follow these simple tips on what to say and do to make your speech memorable.

AMM ordains people of all faiths -- from pagans to monotheists, atheists to agnostics!

AMM ordains people of all faiths -- from pagans to monotheists, atheists to agnostics!

AMM welcomes people of all faiths: If you’re wondering how to become an ordained minister with a nondenominational, interfaith church, whether you’re Neopagan, Christian, nonreligious, or anywhere in between, start here!

Meditation for Ministers: AMM’s Favorite Pink Noise Playlists on Spotify

Meditation for Ministers: AMM’s Favorite Pink Noise Playlists on Spotify

Ministers and wedding officiants are BUSY this season! Luckily, meditation helps us stay productive, positive, and avoid burnout! Pink noise is great for lowering anxiety and improving focus, for ceremony writing, meeting with couples, and more.

A wedding officiant reads from the wedding script, gesturing and smiling during outdoor ceremony

How to Officiate a Wedding For the First Time

Learn how to perform a wedding for the first time, from getting ordained online to signing the marriage license! A step-by-step guide for new officiants, ministers, and friends or family who have been asked to marry their loved ones.

Virginia Wedding Venue Sues Gov. Northam Over Gathering Restrictions

Virginia Wedding Venue Sues Gov. Northam Over Gathering Restrictions

The wedding venue Belle Garden Estate is suing Virginia's Gov. Northam over Covid 19 restrictions they say are discriminatory. Wedding gatherings are limited to a much smaller size than those at restaurants, bars, and other entertainment businesses in the state.

3 miraculous stories of wedding rings lost -- and found

3 miraculous stories of wedding rings lost -- and found

These wedding rings were lost forever, until a few everyday heroes stepped in to reunite them with their owners.

Mad Libs Inspired Wedding Vows For the Couple Who Loves to (verb) Together

Mad Libs Inspired Wedding Vows For the Couple Who Loves to (verb) Together

Vows are the most meaningful part of a wedding ceremony! But that doesn’t mean you have to stress over them. Loosen up with these Mad Libs inspired wedding vows as you plan your upcoming wedding.

Minors and Marriage: Six states re-examine the minimum age for marriage in a growing trend

Minors and Marriage: Six states re-examine the minimum age for marriage in a growing trend

Six states are considering raising the minimum age for marriage, in what seems to be increased attention to laws regulating child marriage in the US.

Professional Wedding Officiant Certification Course

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Will You Marry Us? Gift Package

Who Will Officiate Your Wedding?

Choose Your Officiant with our "Will You Marry Us?" Gift Package.

Signature Wedding Officiant Package

Signature Wedding Officiant Package

Our premiere package contains everyting you need to officiate like a pro.

The Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies

The Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies

Timeless scripts and heartfelt vow inspiration to bring life to your ceremony.

Wedding Officiant Training

Wedding Officiant Training

Everything you need to know to officiate.

Read our sample wedding ceremony scripts online

Sample Wedding Ceremony Scripts

Need inspiration? Check out our free ceremony scripts!

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