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A group of wedding guests applaud during a beach wedding as the bride and groom take their vows

329 DAYS AGO | 3.11.2025

Wedding Guests Are Tired of Footing the Bill, But Couples Can’t Afford it Either

Is the cost of attending a wedding going up? This wedding trend might be to blame! Click now to read why going to a wedding can get expensive for guests.

A bride and groom kiss outside of a large ornate church building on a sunny day

330 DAYS AGO | 3.10.2025

Getting Married in a Church But not Religious? It’s a Trend!

Everything you need to know about church weddings for nonreligious & secular couples, plus why & how to get married in a church where you aren’t a member.

Two penguins looking at each other, a pair of bonded penguins

333 DAYS AGO | 3.7.2025

Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life

Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just ne...

Primer plano de una novia que lleva un bolso con un vestido de novia en un día soleado

334 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2025

5 Artículos Esenciales para Tener en su Bolso de Mano el Día de Su Boda

¡Qué llevar en el bolso de mano o cartera de boda el gran día! Haga clic ahora para ver nuestra lista de artículos imprescindibles!

A colorful wedding in the woods, with lots of different guests smiling and happy, standing around the brides.

335 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2025

New Wedding Script! A Spiritual Wedding Ceremony Honoring Divine Love

We added a new spiritual wedding script to our library ✓ Click to read what makes this officiant wording special for your spiritual but not religious wedding...

Stylized painting of Egyptian Goddess of marriage

336 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2025

Marriage Advice From 5 Ancient Gods & Goddesses

Fun marriage advice & wedding tips from the ancient Gods & Goddesses of Marriage, from Isis to Hera, Hathor, and more!

A bridesmaid in a pink formal dress bends to sign the marriage license while guests watch in the distance during a wedding ceremony

338 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2025

Who Can Be a Witness for a Wedding & How Do You Choose?

Learn who can be a witness at a wedding ceremony, which states require wedding witnesses, and what you'll actually have to do the day of the wedding.

Close up photo of a dog at wedding ceremony

340 DAYS AGO | 2.28.2025

Can a Dog Officiate a Wedding? These States Allow Fido to Lead the Ceremony

Learn how your dog can serve as a ceremonial wedding officiant in states where couples can 'self-solemnize.' Your dog pretends to deliver the script as co-of...

Close up photo of a bride and groom pouring two colors of sand into a vase during a wedding unity sand ceremony

341 DAYS AGO | 2.27.2025

All About Unity Sand Colors: Meaning & Magic on the Wedding Day

Discover the symbolism of the Unity Sand Ceremony! Learn about unity sand colors & meaning to bring magic to the wedding day

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

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

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Promotional image for AMM's new interfaith and multicultural wedding course, lettering on a white background

343 DAYS AGO | 2.25.2025

Learn How to Officiate Multicultural & Interfaith Weddings with This Online C...

Learn to officiate interfaith & multicultural weddings with AMM’s expert-led online course. Gain confidence as a wedding officiant and wedding traditions fro...

Ilustración de la insignia de ministro ordenado / tarjeta de identificación / identificación del clero de AMM

344 DAYS AGO | 2.24.2025

Tarjeta de Identificación del Ministro: Para qué se Utiliza, Dónde Conseguirl...

La tarjeta de identificación de ministro es una credencial importante para un oficiante de bodas y un miembro del clero. Conozca para qué se utiliza una tar...

A bride and groom pose under a Native American wedding blanket during the ceremony

347 DAYS AGO | 2.21.2025

Native American Wedding Rituals & Traditions for Your Big Day

Discover modern & traditional Native American wedding rituals for your wedding ceremony and celebrate marriage with a focus on spirituality & community

Close up of bride carrying a purse in a wedding dress on a sunny day

348 DAYS AGO | 2.20.2025

5 Must-Have Items to Keep in Your Bridal Clutch on the Wedding Day

What to put in your bridal clutch or wedding purse on the big day! Click now to our list of must-have items.

Una joven con tiara y vestido formal baila con una amiga durante la recepción de su quinceañera.

349 DAYS AGO | 2.19.2025

Dulce Guión de Ceremonia de Quinceañera No Denominacional (Para Oficiantes y ...

Utilice este esquema y guión de ceremonia de Quinceañera no denominacional para crear una celebración de quince años personal u significativa. Sugerencias so...

Close up stock photo of a white cake with white icing, and rainbow colored layers inside, one slice missing

350 DAYS AGO | 2.18.2025

California Court Rules Baker Can’t Refuse Same-Sex Wedding Cake

California Court rules baker can't discriminate against same-sex couple who ordered a wedding cake based on sexual orientation, religious beliefs. (LGBTQ+ / ...

Close up photo of a bride and groom in wedding clothes and colorful sneakers for a fun and casual vibe

351 DAYS AGO | 2.17.2025

Free Places to Get Married (Don’t Go Into Wedding Debt!)

Discover free places to get married for a small wedding or elopement! Explore beautiful, free wedding venues for your big day & start saving now!

Close up photo of best man pouring whisky into the wedding quaich next to the groom during a Scottish wedding ceremony

354 DAYS AGO | 2.14.2025

How to Have a Scottish Quaich Wedding Ceremony

Discover the Scottish Quaich Wedding Ceremony, its meaning & symbolism, & how to incorporate this timeless Scottish Wedding tradition into your big day.

Close up of several women at a wedding wearing different colored dresses

356 DAYS AGO | 2.12.2025

Simple Guide to Wedding Dress Color: Meanings & Magic

Discover the secret of wedding dress color meaning & symbolism to unlock the magic that colored wedding dresses can bring to your ceremony.

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