Most Recent AMM Articles

How to become an interfaith minister and officiate a wedding with free online ordination from American Marriage Ministries: Get started today!

The New Hampshire child marriage law is in effect on Jan 1, 2025. What to know if you’re a wedding officiant or applying for a NH marriage license!

American Marriage Ministries supports women’s ordination! Learn why some people believe women can’t be pastors, plus a list of denominations that ordain women.

News that The Knot Worldwide purchased Simply Eloped is making waves in the wedding industry. What does it mean for officiants, vendors and weddings in general?

Learn the cost of legal online ordination to become a Puerto Rico wedding officiant! Compare popular places to get ordained, how to register, and more

Learn the cost of legal online ordination to become a New York State wedding officiant! Compare popular places to get ordained, how to register, and more

Celebrate the AMM Ministers, staff, celebrities, and other rockstars that made this year's American Weddings blog AMAZING! Our 2023-2024 AMM Yearbook Recap

What happens at a courthouse wedding? Nothing good according to these couples! Decide if a civil ceremony is best for you with this real-world advice.

New Virginia marriage law protects same-sex, LGBTQ+, and interracial couples. See how the change impacts AMM Ministers and wedding officiants in Virginia.

Virginia marriage laws effective July 1, 2024 protect constitutional right to marry and ban child marriage by raising legal marriage age in Virginia

The benefits of a courthouse wedding, from couples who married at city hall and have (almost) no regrets. Get the scoop on photos, the dress, cost, and more!

Pros and Cons of a courthouse wedding vs sign and go wedding: Compare average cost, number of guests, location, wording and more for a perfect simple ceremony!

Courthouse wedding ceremonies are convenient but they don’t always feel special. Try one of these affordable wedding alternatives: Fun, easy, small, and personal! ✓ Get creative now!

Ready to plan your dream wedding without breaking the bank? Explore our guide on average wedding costs and savvy budget tips. ✓ Dive in now!

Want to ensure your or your loved one's wedding day goes flawlessly? Master the big day with our ultimate wedding emergency kit guide. ✓ Dive in now!

American Marriage Ministries (AMM), a Seattle-based church, has sued officials in Tennessee, challenging the constitutionality of certain provisions of Tennessee law that restrict the rights of AMM ministers to officiate weddings.

Our predictions for a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding ceremony: Rumors are swirling about a summer wedding in Rhode Island, but is the celebrity power couple really getting married? Maybe! In the meantime, here's what we expect to see if Taylor and Travis really do tie the knot.

Lleve una sencilla Ceremonia de Arena para su boda al siguiente nivel con una Ceremonia de la Reloj de Arena (Ritual del Reloj de Arena). Este ejemplo de guión de la ceremonia de la unidad del reloj de arena se puede añadir a cualquier guión completo de la ceremonia de la boda / esquema después de sus votos.