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Close up photo of a dog at wedding ceremony

410 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

411 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

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

413 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

414 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

417 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

418 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.

419 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

420 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

421 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!

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

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

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

424 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

426 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.

A large happy lesbian wedding outside with friends and family

427 DAYS AGO | 2.11.2025

12 Fun Nontraditional Ideas for a Lesbian Wedding

Discover fun & creative ideas for a lesbian wedding that celebrate love, LGBTQ+ community, pride, & individuality. Get inspired for your special day!

El oficiante de bodas se casa con los novios en una boda en la playa, todos sonríen y están muy contentos

428 DAYS AGO | 2.10.2025

Cómo Planear una Boda en la Playa en Cualquier Época del Año

Consejos simples para planear una boda en la playa que tanto usted como sus invitados amarán, desde el presupuesto hasta un plan B en caso de lluvia. ¡Haga c...

Bride and groom wedding cake topper sitting on top of a pile of money to symbolize saving money on a wedding

431 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2025

6 Ways a Last Minute Wedding Can Save You Money

Learn how planning a last-minute wedding can save you money! Discover 6 money saving tips to cut wedding costs while still having fun.

Close up of a bride and groom standing side by side with their hands forming the shape of a heart, positioned with the setting sun shining through.

432 DAYS AGO | 2.6.2025

7 Creative Summer Solstice Wedding Ideas

Bring warmth, love, & light into your summer solstice wedding with a creative unity ceremony, handfasting, mindfulness flow, witchcraft, and more.

Una pareja mayor se sienta en la playa, la mujer abraza al hombre por detrás mientras miran hacia adelante, hacia el océano. Ella usa un vestido de encaje blanco y él usa una camisa blanca y pantalones color canela para la ceremonia de renovación de votos.

433 DAYS AGO | 2.5.2025

10 Ejemplos de Votos para su Ceremonia de Renovación de Votos

¡Ideas creativas de votos para su ceremonia de renovación de votos! Renueve su compromiso matrimonial, celebre un aniversario de boda, renovación de matrimon...

Young newlyweds on the dance floor with friends at the wedding reception, one bride is in a wheelchair

435 DAYS AGO | 2.3.2025

This Item Should be on Every Vendor’s Wedding Questionnaire

This question should be on every wedding officiant, wedding photography, or wedding planner questionnaire for clients! Click now for more accessible weddings

cómo hacer la ceremonia del lazo de boda, un cordón blanco y anillos de boda

438 DAYS AGO | 1.31.2025

Cómo Incluir la Tradición del Lazo de Boda en su Ceremonia

Descubra el ritual del lazo matrimonial y añade esta ceremonia única de unidad a su ceremonia de boda.

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