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Una joven mira su computadora portátil, apoya la barbilla en las manos y contempla el mejor lugar para ordenarse en línea y oficiar una boda para amigos.

1045 DAYS AGO | 1.27.2023

Dónde ordenarse en línea: Lugares populares para ordenarse en línea, ¡y cuál ...

Averigüe dónde ordenarse en línea de forma gratuita o a bajo coste para oficiar bodas u otras ceremonias, y aprenda qué organización comparte sus valores y v...

Close up photo of two grooms holding red paper cut out hearts during their Valentine's Day wedding ceremony.

1046 DAYS AGO | 1.26.2023

The Sweetest Valentine’s Day Wedding Ceremony Scripts & Vows

Five incredibly romantic wedding ceremony scripts that are perfect for a Valentine's Day wedding or elopement, or a meant-to-be ceremony any time of year. Th...

How to Get Married in Connecticut - Planning a Wedding in the Constitution State

1047 DAYS AGO | 1.25.2023

How to Get Married in Connecticut - Planning a Wedding in the Constitution State

A step-by-step guide to help you plan a wedding and get married in Connecticut - including how to find a wedding officiant, choose the best wedding venue, pl...

CLose up photo of bride groom and wedding guests holding glasses of champagne for a toast after the wedding ceremony

1048 DAYS AGO | 1.24.2023

Would you officiate a Valentine’s Day group wedding with hundreds of couples?

Attn wedding officiants: Group weddings are an exciting part of Valentine's Day celebrations all around the country, as hundreds of couples gather to say 'We...

Close up photo shows a judge's gavel and two gold wedding bands to symbolize changes to marriage law

1049 DAYS AGO | 1.23.2023

Proposed Changes to Marriage Laws in Your State: January 2023 Legislation Rou...

Learn about proposed marriage legislation around the country, including important amendments to same-sex marriage bans, interracial marriage laws, the minimu...

No, Kanye West and Bianca Censori aren't really married

1053 DAYS AGO | 1.19.2023

No, Kanye West and Bianca Censori aren't really married

Rumors are flying that Kanye West and Bianca Censori were married in a secret surprise wedding, but the celebrity couple haven't applied for or filed a marri...

Salt & Sage Love Smudge for a Lowkey Pagan Wedding Blessing

1054 DAYS AGO | 1.18.2023

Salt & Sage Love Smudge for a Lowkey Pagan Wedding Blessing

This original salt and sage ‘love smudge’ is the perfect ritual blessing for a lowkey Pagan wedding! Including directions on how to prepare the blend and cas...

Close up of bride and groom signing the marriage license after the wedding ceremony

1055 DAYS AGO | 1.17.2023

A Short History of the Marriage License & Common Law Marriages

Learn about the history of the marriage license and common law marriage in the U.S., from ancient rituals like handfasting, through the Middle Ages, to moder...

It’s Time to Eliminate the Marriage Penalty for Disabled Adults

1059 DAYS AGO | 1.13.2023

It’s Time to Eliminate the Marriage Penalty for Disabled Adults

It’s time to eliminate the ‘marriage penalty’ for disabled adults and ensure marriage equality for all Americans. Millions of Americans can lose their disabi...

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

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

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Dallas County will offer online marriage license applications and appointments beginning February 2023

1060 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2023

Dallas County will offer online marriage license applications and appointment...

Learn about the new online marriage license application process in Dallas County, Texas, including the option to schedule a virtual appointment with the Coun...

What to Include in a Wedding Officiant Contract, According to the Pros

1060 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2023

What to Include in a Wedding Officiant Contract, According to the Pros

Learn how to write a wedding officiant contract & terms of service document for your business, with this advice from professional officiants. We cover the ba...

New wedding script! Unity Puzzle Wedding Ceremony Script

1061 DAYS AGO | 1.11.2023

New wedding script! Unity Puzzle Wedding Ceremony Script

This unique wedding ceremony includes a unity puzzle ceremony, with the perfect wording for your wedding officiant to say to capture the sweet symbolize and ...

Don’t forget! New Jersey marriage licenses are free until June 2023

1062 DAYS AGO | 1.10.2023

Don’t forget! New Jersey marriage licenses are free until June 2023

There is no fee to apply for a New Jersey marriage license through June 30th, 2023! The usual application fees for marriage and civil union licenses were wai...

A woman kisses her girlfriend on the cheek

1062 DAYS AGO | 1.10.2023

Indiana lawmakers introduce bill to protect same-sex marriage in 2023

New legislation would repeal Indiana's defunct same-sex marriage ban and expressly protect same-sex marriage rights in the state. Read the proposed amendment...

A Short Introduction to Informal & Common Law Marriage

1063 DAYS AGO | 1.9.2023

A Short Introduction to Informal & Common Law Marriage

A short introduction to informal and common law marriage, including a simple definition, which states honor common law marriages, guidelines for cohabitation...

AMM’s Most Popular New Wedding Ceremony Scripts of 2022

1066 DAYS AGO | 1.6.2023

AMM’s Most Popular New Wedding Ceremony Scripts of 2022

A look at the most popular wedding ceremony scripts published in the free AMM Wedding Ceremony Script Library this year! These original scripts were written ...

AMM’s Most Popular Articles of 2022: Current Wedding Trends and Classic Content

1067 DAYS AGO | 1.5.2023

AMM’s Most Popular Articles of 2022: Current Wedding Trends and Classic Content

A look at the most popular wedding articles published on the AMM American Weddings blog this year! From current wedding trends, to creative and simple ways t...

Funny Alternatives to “Until Death Do Us Part” for Your Wedding Ceremony

1068 DAYS AGO | 1.4.2023

Funny Alternatives to “Until Death Do Us Part” for Your Wedding Ceremony

Add some humor to your wedding ceremony script with these fun alternatives to "until death do us part." Perfect for couples who love to laugh together, nerds...

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