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323 DAYS AGO | 1.3.2024

Wedding Toast from Beyond: Using AI to Include Dead Loved Ones in Your Ceremony

Learn how conversational AI technology makes it possible to include deceased relatives and friends in your wedding ceremony, such as a virtual toast, speech,...

Newlyweds make a toast while friends and family members lift their champagne glasses in celebration with them. They are outdoors following the wedding ceremony, gathered around a table for the reception. It's sunny and there are trees and plants, and everyone looks very happy

324 DAYS AGO | 1.2.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Iowa to Officiate a Wedding?

Here’s what to know about the cost of online ordination to become minister in Iowa, including if you’ll need to pay to register as an officiant before you ca...

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329 DAYS AGO | 12.28.2023

AMM Talks: Celebrating One Year of Online Wedding Officiant Education & Commu...

Celebrate the new online officiant education series launched by American Marriage Ministries, AMM Talks, covering topics like marketing, public speaking, sta...

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330 DAYS AGO | 12.27.2023

Incredible Officiants of 2023: AMM's American Weddings

Get inspired! Meet 13 of the AMM Ministers, Officiants, and Celebrants featured on American Weddings this year: These ten wedding officiants bring a unique s...

Young newlyweds walk arm-in-arm down the aisle following their wedding ceremony, as friends and family members toss flower petals. Everyone is smiling and happy. The bride tilts her head back as she laughs, overjoyed.

331 DAYS AGO | 12.26.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in New Mexico to Officiate a Wed...

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in New Mexico, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and ho...

Young gay couple is married outdoors by a wedding officiant, they hold hands and smile at each other while the officiant reads from a book to perform the ceremony. They are all wearing suits and look happy and excited.

332 DAYS AGO | 12.25.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Rhode Island to Officiate a W...

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Rhode Island, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and ...

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335 DAYS AGO | 12.22.2023

AMM’s Most Popular Articles of 2023: Current Wedding Trends and Classic Content

The most popular topics on AMM's American Weddings this year: The wedding trends that shaped 2023, with inspiration for 2024 and years to come! Including lov...

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335 DAYS AGO | 12.22.2023

AMM’s Most Popular Wedding Ceremony Scripts of 2023

The most popular wedding ceremony scripts for officiants and couples this year, including a few surprising new trends and unity rituals: Lighthearted and fun...

Happy newlyweds after the wedding ceremony, surrounded by friends and family and their wedding officiant. The bride and groom look at each other, laughing and smiling, she's wearing a white dress and holding a bouquet and he has a dark suit and glasses.

336 DAYS AGO | 12.21.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Mississippi to Officiate a We...

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Mississippi, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and h...

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337 DAYS AGO | 12.20.2023

Signing a Marriage License During the Wedding Ceremony - Tips for Officiants ...

Everything you need to know to include signing the marriage license in a wedding ceremony as a low-stress and unique unity ritual. Ask your officiant to sign...

Happy newlyweds smile and pose in the back seat of a car as they leave the wedding ceremony. The groom wears a dark suit and is holding a red flower. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress, cute white wedding hat, and holding a bouquet. They look very excited and in love.

338 DAYS AGO | 12.19.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Maryland to Officiate a Wedding?

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Maryland, whether you’ll pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding, and how ...

Two newlyweds celebrate their new marriage outdoors. The woman rides a blue vintage bike, and the man walks beside her in a casual slacks and button up shirt.

339 DAYS AGO | 12.18.2023

‘Preloping’ - A Cute Name for Signing a Marriage License Before the Wedding

Prelope now, party later: Discover the growing trend of ‘Preloping’, where couples meet with an officiant to sign their marriage license before holding a tra...

Newlyweds after the ceremony outdoors with friends and family, the groom is laughing and carrying the bride in his arms happily. They are dressed in formal wedding attire, a dark suit and white wedding dress.

342 DAYS AGO | 12.15.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Illinois to Officiate a Wedding?

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Illinois, whether you’ll be required to pay more for minister registration to officiate a we...

Bride and Groom stand outdoors in a snowy forest on their wedding day, dressed in a beautiful white wedding dress and light colored sweater. It's snowing lightly, and they look happy and in love for the solstice.

343 DAYS AGO | 12.14.2023

New script! Winter Solstice Wedding with Reading from “Northern Sky” by Nick ...

A spiritual wedding ceremony script for Winter Solstice wedding or elopement. References to nature, the meaning of holiday, and lasting love. This officiant ...

Two wedding rings are placed on an open Bible, symbolizing religious Christian marriage.

344 DAYS AGO | 12.13.2023

Missouri Lawmakers (Still) Want To Bring Covenant Marriage to the State

Learn about renewed efforts by Missouri legislators to create legal provisions for covenant marriages in 2024, plus a brief look at what covenant marriage is...

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345 DAYS AGO | 12.12.2023

AMM’s Officiant Accelerator is headed to Nashville, Tennessee!

American Marriage Ministries is headed to Nashville, TN, for a day of wedding officiant focused education, conversation, and networking! This Officiant Accel...

A young groom and bride stand under an arch outdoors on the day of their wedding ceremony. They're wearing a dark green color theme, with a dark green suit and a dark green wedding dress. They stand facing each other, smiling and in love, the bride has her hands resting on the groom's chest in a loving way.

346 DAYS AGO | 12.11.2023

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Idaho to Officiate a Wedding?

Learn how much it costs to become an ordained minister online in Idaho, if you’ll be required to pay more for minister registration to officiate a wedding or...

A young bride places the wedding ring on the groom's hand during a non-religious secular wedding ceremony. The officiant is behind the groom and can't be seen clearly. Both the bride and groom are smiling, wearing a white dress and a dark suit, with earrings and young alternative styles.

350 DAYS AGO | 12.7.2023

Who Can Officiate a Non-Religious Wedding Ceremony?

Looking for a non religious wedding officiant? There are several great officiant options to consider when planning a civil, secular, or non-religious weddin...

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