Most Recent AMM Articles

New wedding script! A sweet nondenominational Christian wedding ceremony outline with a Bible reading from Corinthians, a moving invocation on the power of love and God’s care, a sweet ring and vow exchange, and a heartfelt marriage prayer. Perfect for religious couples planning a formal or informal ceremony with a focus on commitment, family, and faith.

A Utah couple’s Latter-day Saints temple wedding and sealing ceremony was saved with the help of blockchain technology and Utah County’s digital marriage license records.

Update on the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade and what it might mean for the future of Obergefell v. Hodges, same-sex marriage, and other rights.

Updates for couples and wedding officiants on how to apply for, use, and return a marriage license in Wisconsin beginning July 1, 2022, including important information on applicant residency requirements, and the license expiration and waiting period.

Beginning July 1, couples planning a wedding in Vermont can apply for a marriage license in any county in the state, regardless of their state or county of residence.

New wedding script! A traditional Baptist wedding ceremony outline with Bible readings from John and Genesis, a moving invocation on the covenant of marriage, opening and closing prayers, a sweet ring and vow exchange, and instructions for a personalized homily by the officiant. Perfect for nondenominational and Protestant Christian couples.

A look back at the AMM Ministers, wedding officiants and celebrants, engaged couples, and other professionals who contributed their time and ceremony expertise to the American Weddings blog this year. Thank you!

Watch an experienced wedding officiant deliver a full wedding ceremony script! Introducing AMM’s Sample Wedding Ceremonies: Each original wedding video contains a unique theme, from a simple Christian ceremony, to a handfasting, vow renewal, and more. Find a favorite script or learn how to officiate your first ceremony.

Looking for wedding ring alternatives to exchange during your wedding ceremony or elopement? Get creative with these 5 unique gift ideas – including matching tattoos, custom watches, love letters, and more. Add a gift exchange to your ceremony during or after the vow exchange, or any time that feels right.

A detailed look at Montana’s Declaration of Marriage Without Solemnization option, including benefits and disadvantages, how it compares to a marriage license, and what wedding officiants need to know about performing a ceremony for couples who choose this paperwork.

Wedding superstitions we love: Try these 5 lucky wedding traditions to keep your ceremony on track toward a happy marriage, and avoid day-of disasters and disappointments!

New York is one step away from creating a new one-day marriage officiant designation for lay individuals who want to perform weddings there, after legislation passed both the NY assembly and senate this month. The bill now awaits final approval from Gov. Hochul.

4 Pagan wedding blessing examples and sample scripts to help you personalize your own handfasting, marriage ceremony, or Year and a Day celebration. With suggestions for each season and specific Pagan holiday, use these nature-focused readings as-is or as inspiration to write a custom Pagan wedding script in your own words.

Make your wedding unforgettable with these delicious non-alcoholic wine, beer, canned cocktail and mocktail offerings. Choose alcohol free drinks for a unique unity toast at the ceremony, a dry wedding celebration, or as an option for sober and non-drinker guests at your reception’s open bar.

Feeling lucky in love? About to say ‘I do’ to your soulmate and best friend? Add these song lyrics to your written wedding vows for a personalized ceremony that will have you and your guests humming along.

Minister Jan Shannon delivered an LGBTQ+ affirming prayer and message of love and unity at the Coeur d'Alene Pride in the Park event, while far-right protestors carried AR-15s and pistols through the crowd, anti-gay Catholics and others harassed members of the audience, and dozens of neo-Nazi Patriot Front members were arrested nearby for planning a riot.

Marriage Ministers & Wedding Officiants: Use these meditation techniques to align your chakras in time for wedding season! Chakra work can help you lower anxiety during stressful meetings, focus during long planning sessions, tap into your creative energy while working on the wedding script, communicate clearly, deliver a ceremony in front of a large crowd with confidence, and more!

Britney Spears married longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari in an intimate celebrity wedding. The pop icon did not invite her mother, father, or several other relatives to the ceremony, raising the question: Do you have to invite your parents or other family to your wedding? Here's how to keep your guest list small and just the way you want it.