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A wedding officiant reads from a book during the wedding ceremony while the grooms and witnesses laugh happily

348 DAYS AGO | 12.24.2024

Does the Officiant Get a Wedding Invitation? Etiquette for the Reception & More

Read our advice on when and how to invite the Officiant to a wedding and reception party, with ‘plus one’ wedding invitation etiquette for spouses.

La novia se encuentra sobre una luna creciente en una sesión de fotos estilizada.

349 DAYS AGO | 12.23.2024

Cómo Elegir la Mejor Fase Lunar Para su Ceremonia de Boda

Aprenda los significados de las fases lunares para la mejor fecha de boda, incluyendo el simbolismo de la boda de luna nueva y luna llena, con rituales para ...

foto de cerca de una novia con un vestido de novia blanco comiendo una hamburguesa con queso

352 DAYS AGO | 12.20.2024

Cómo McDonald's Está Acorralando la Esquina del Mercado de las Bodas

¿Casarse en McDonald's? ¡Sí! Las parejas jóvenes de todo el mundo están eligiendo una boda McDonald's asequible y sin estrés en lugar de lugares tradicionales.

Close up of a bride in a pink wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers

353 DAYS AGO | 12.19.2024

5 Reasons a Pink Wedding Dress Might Be Best

Pink wedding dresses & suits are trending! Learn about pink wedding dress meaning & symbolism, how to pull off pink, & why this modern style might be best fo...

Foto de primer plano de la carpeta de boda azul de AMM, para guardar el guión de la ceremonia de boda o los documentos de la licencia de matrimonio durante la celebración.

355 DAYS AGO | 12.17.2024

Una Carpeta de Folio Simple y Elegante para Guiones para Oficiante de Bodas

Esta carpeta/portafolio profesional para oficiantes de bodas puede contener un guión de ceremonia de boda, tarjeta de identificación del clero, bolígrafos de...

Image shows the 2025 Officiant Accelerator tour stops and a photo of Officiant Jimmie Berguin speaking at a previous event

356 DAYS AGO | 12.16.2024

2025 Officiant Accelerator Schedule: Wedding Officiants Training in Your City!

2025 AMM Officiant Accelerator Tour: Wedding officiant training & networking seminars in NV, GA, WA, IL, and FL. Take your officiant business to the next lev...

Close up of two men holding hands with wedding rings, symbolizing marriage equality and same-sex marriage rights

359 DAYS AGO | 12.13.2024

These States Will Feel it First if Obergefell is Overturned

Will Obergefell v. Hodges be overturned? Here’s what could happen in states that banned same sex marriage before the 2015 Supreme Court decision.

Close up of two brides holding hands, symbolizing same-sex marriage rights in South Carolina

361 DAYS AGO | 12.11.2024

Proposed Law Would Let Officials Refuse to Marry Same-Sex Couples in South Ca...

Read about legislation that would allow elected officials in South Carolina to recuse themselves from performing same-sex marriages or issuing marriage licen...

Close up photo of a bride holding a book with pink and white roses wedding bouquet on top symbolizing beautiful Christian wedding poems and readings

362 DAYS AGO | 12.10.2024

12 Christian Wedding Readings That Aren’t Bible Verses

Start here to find a meaningful Christian reading for wedding & vow renewal ceremonies! Add one of these 12 poems to a religious or slightly religious weddin...

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

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

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Close up on a judge's gavel and wedding rings with a man and woman in the background, symbolizing marriage laws

366 DAYS AGO | 12.6.2024

Missouri Lawmakers Consider Raising Marriage Age to 18 in 2025

Missouri lawmakers might raise the legal marriage age to 18, banning child marriage in the state. Click here to read more about the pre-filed legislation.

Close up photo of the Onondaga Supreme and County Courts House in downtown Syracuse, New York State, USA.

367 DAYS AGO | 12.5.2024

Syracuse Judge Refuses to Marry Same-Sex Couple in Courthouse Wedding

Syracuse City Court judge refused to marry a same-sex couple in a courthouse wedding. Click to read more & learn how to support marriage equality in your com...

Screenshot from Courtney Stodden instagram showing a sweet moment posing with Jared Safier

368 DAYS AGO | 12.4.2024

5 Last Minute Wedding Ideas From Courtney Stodden & Jared Safier’s Elopement

Inspiration from Courtney Stodden & Jared Safier's last-minute wedding with friends & family. Elope in style with ideas from this celebrity wedding!

A selfie showing a bride, groom, and guests on the wedding day

369 DAYS AGO | 12.3.2024

5 Fun Ways to Include Wedding Selfies in Your Celebration

5 Fun wedding selfie ideas, from a selfie station to a candid snapshot with your wedding officiant. ✓ Click to read our best wedding photo ideas now!

Close up of a child wearing a flower wreath, hands held by parents eloping

370 DAYS AGO | 12.2.2024

Fun Ways to Include Kids in Your Elopement Plans

Our best tips on how to include kids in elopement plans! Discover unity ceremony ideas for blended families, vow examples & other fun eloping ideas.

Photo shows wedding officiant Lauren Hill holding a wedding script on the stoop of a NYC brownstone. In front of her are Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, holding hands.

376 DAYS AGO | 11.26.2024

Meet the Officiant Who Married the Brownstone Boys in a Brooklyn Block Party ...

Celebrant Lauren Hill officiated the Brownstone Boys’ wedding on the stoop of their Brooklyn, New York City home. Read the interview, plus photos from the day!

Bride and groom toast a glass of champagne after a city hall elopement

380 DAYS AGO | 11.22.2024

What Does It Mean to Elope & Is It Right for You?

Is eloping right for you? Read our blog to learn what it means to elope, debunk common myths, and discover how to plan your dream elopement. ✓ Click here!

Close up of a bride and groom in traditional Chinese wedding attire holding small cups of tea for the Chinese tea ceremony

381 DAYS AGO | 11.21.2024

Simple Guide to the Chinese Tea Ceremony Wedding Tradition

Celebrate love & family with a Chinese wedding tea ceremony! Read our blog to learn how to plan, what to wear, where to host & more ✓ Click here!

Bride runs to hug her grandma after a beach wedding in Puerto Rico

382 DAYS AGO | 11.20.2024

5 Puerto Rican Wedding Traditions You’ll Love, On a Budget!

Puerto Rican wedding traditions for a fun, island-style celebration on any budget. ✓ Click here for affordable wedding ideas and start planning now!

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