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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.

405 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

406 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

410 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.

411 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

412 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

413 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

416 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

417 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

418 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...

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Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

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El novio pronuncia sus votos a la novia mientras el oficiante de la boda observa durante una boda al aire libre.

419 DAYS AGO | 6.17.2025

Cuándo contratar a su Oficiante de Bodas: Tiempo y Lista de Verificación

Use esta lista de verificación para contratar a un oficiante de bodas a tiempo, ¡para una boda sin estrés, divertida, económica y auténtica! Nuestros mejores...

Two women hold hands in a field

420 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

423 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...

colorful zine on a table, with the text "how to make a zine for marriage equality"

424 DAYS AGO | 6.12.2025

How to Make a Zine For Marriage Equality! Easy Tutorial

Support Marriage Equality with a creative zine! June 26th is the 10th anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges, and we can’t wait to celebrate. Making a zine is a...

Two brides pose lovingly on a rooftop on the wedding day

425 DAYS AGO | 6.11.2025

Vegan Wedding Ideas: From Clothing to Catering & More

Vegan wedding ideas for a joyful, compassionate, sustainable wedding day! From formal wear to the dinner menu, find inspiration for every part of your celebr...

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

426 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...

Two brides sign their marriage license after the wedding

427 DAYS AGO | 6.9.2025

Michigan Officiants Might Face Higher Penalty for Wedding Without a Marriage ...

The fine for officiating a wedding in Michigan without a marriage license might increase. Learn about penalties & how to avoid them for wedding officiants in...

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

430 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.

431 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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