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Bride and groom stand next to a horse on the wedding day, smiling. The bride leans in to nuzzle the horse affectionately.

620 DAYS AGO | 10.8.2024

8 Equestrian Wedding Ideas for Horse Lovers

Plan a perfect horse wedding with these sweet equestrian themed wedding ideas! From choosing a wedding venue with horses, riding down the aisle, and more.

Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky on the red carpet posing for photographs

624 DAYS AGO | 10.4.2024

Hey, Lady Gaga! Instead of a Courthouse Wedding, a Porch Wedding?

Lady Gaga & Michael Polansky are considering a courthouse wedding. Why not ask a friend to officiate a secret wedding or 'just us' elopement on a porch instead?

Two photos, on the left is a headshot of actor Matthew Modine smiling at the camera, and on the right is Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi embrace at a party

625 DAYS AGO | 10.3.2024

New Photo of Matthew Modine Officiating Millie Bobby Brown’s Second Wedding!

New photos show how Stranger Things actor Matthew Modine officiated Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi's second wedding in Italy in July!

Bride practicing yoga on the wedding day in wedding dress

626 DAYS AGO | 10.2.2024

Yoga for Your Wedding Day (With Poses for the Officiant!)

Yoga for your wedding day! With beginner yoga poses for heart chakra opening, anxiety & stress relief, posture & more. Ask guests to join in this simple flow!

Close up image of the dark blue wedding officiant folio custom made by American Marriage Ministries

628 DAYS AGO | 9.30.2024

A Simple & Elegant Wedding Officiant Script Holder

This professional wedding officiant binder/padfolio can hold a wedding ceremony script, clergy ID card, ink pens, minister credentials, marriage license & more.

Bride and groom stand outside the church covering their head and laughing as guests throw rice

632 DAYS AGO | 9.26.2024

The Dos & Don’ts of Throwing Rice at Weddings

Everything you want to know about throwing rice at weddings, plus fun alternatives to rice to help you plan your own wedding ceremony.

The Matron of Honor and Maid of Honor hug a bride on the wedding day. The MOHs wear purple dresses, the bride is in a white gown. Everyone is happy and smiling and they look very close and loving.

633 DAYS AGO | 9.25.2024

Matron of Honor vs Maid of Honor (& Why You Need BOTH!)

Discover the difference between a Maid of Honor vs Matron of Honor, their usual duties leading up to a wedding day & why you might want to have both!

Bride looks loving at her groom while reciting her wedding vows during the marriage ceremony. She wears a white lace wedding dress, he is facing away from the camera, toward her, in a light red suit jacket

634 DAYS AGO | 9.24.2024

12 Examples of Wedding Vows for Her

Sample wedding vows for her, with romantic, religious, funny & traditional sample vows to personalize. You’ll love these wedding vow ideas for the bride!

Stylized symbolic photo of a wedding cake topper resting on a laptop to symbolize online marriage ceremonies and virtual weddings

635 DAYS AGO | 9.23.2024

Can You Get Married Online? 2024-2025 Updates to Know

Get married online from any state with this updated advice for 2024 & 2025! Say YES to a virtual wedding with AMM’s tips for getting married online legally.

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Groom reads his vows to bride during the outdoor wedding ceremony, it's a touching and loving photo

638 DAYS AGO | 9.20.2024

Declaration of Intent vs Vows (When Wedding Wording Counts)

Learn the difference between wedding declaration of intent vs vows, legal requirements you should know, and which comes first in a wedding ceremony!

Close up of two grooms showing off their beautiful wedding rings

640 DAYS AGO | 9.18.2024

Same-Sex Marriage Bans On The Ballot In California & Hawaii

Statewide ballots in California and Hawaii would remove same-sex marriage bans from their state constitutions. (Prop 3 / marriage equality)

Screenshot from interview shows Ernesto Reinares in his room, speaking toward the camera. He is wearing a white tshirt with writing, and in the background is a Star Wars Stormtrooper helmet.

641 DAYS AGO | 9.17.2024

Cold Feet? This Man Will Destroy Your Wedding for You, for a Fee

Cold feet before your wedding? Hire a professional wedding destroyer to object at the wedding and rescue you!

Close up photo of a young girl bride wearing a wedding ring, her hands are resting in her lap and she is wearing a white dress.

642 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2024

How Common is Child Marriage in California? A Count is Coming

California child marriage under scrutiny as lawmakers pass a bill to count the total number of underage marriages in the state. (SB-575)

Ordained minister stands beside a happy bride and groom on the wedding day

645 DAYS AGO | 9.13.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Alabama to Perform Weddings?

Get ordained to perform weddings in Alabama! Become an online ordained minister for free with AMM & start your journey as a wedding officiant today!

Bride and groom hold hands in front of open doors at a church following the wedding ceremony

646 DAYS AGO | 9.12.2024

5 Meaningful Examples of Christian Wedding Vows

5 Sample wedding vows for a Christian wedding ceremony, with examples of modern & traditional marriage vows. Use as inspiration for writing your own vows!

Promotional image for virtual training showing details of the event and a photo of Officiant Kathy Vass walking outside on a sunny day carrying her wedding ceremony script portfolio

647 DAYS AGO | 9.11.2024

Free Wedding Officiant Training: How to Write the Love Story

Learn how to write a love story for weddings with free online wedding officiant training! Including great officiant questions for couples to help you connect.

Groom reads his wedding vows to the bride during a beach wedding ceremony while the wedding officiant stands nearby

648 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2024

Add These Sweet Promises to Your Wedding Vows

Examples of wedding promises to add to your written wedding vows for a personalized and meaningful marriage ceremony. Mix and match your favorite vow examples!

Close up shows a bride and groom holding hands with their wrists tied together with a handfasting cord

649 DAYS AGO | 9.9.2024

A Simple Guide to Handfasting Cord Color (Meaning & Magic)

Discover the special meaning behind handfasting cord colors & choose magic color combinations for your handfasting ceremony with this simple guide!

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