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Bride and groom embrace on a beach during the wedding ceremony, smiling happily at the camera

1554 DAYS AGO | 2.14.2022

12 Creative Pronouncement Ideas for Your Wedding Ceremony

Want to write a creative wedding pronouncement, but aren’t sure what wording to use? Let these 10 alternatives inspire you, from funny to formal examples, ge...

NJ Lighthouse wedding, 228 steps up! (We hope this officiant wore comfy shoes.)

1554 DAYS AGO | 2.14.2022

NJ Lighthouse wedding, 228 steps up! (We hope this officiant wore comfy shoes.)

A Valentine's Day wedding and vow renewal event in Atlantic City, NJ, at the Absecon Lighthouse included a 171 foot climb and 228 stairs, reminding us that w...

Una novia y un novio se arrodillan junto a sus dos perros, afuera en un campo de hierba el día de la boda. La pareja lleva un vestido de novia blanco y una camisa de vestir con chaleco, y los perros tienen lindas pajaritas.

1557 DAYS AGO | 2.11.2022

Qué decir en una boda continuada o ceremonia en dos partes con amigues y fami...

Las Bodas continuadas están de moda! Usa este sencillo guión para oficiar la segunda ceremonia de una pareja una vez que las restricciones de COVID-19 sean l...

Happy newlyweds hold up an empty wooden picture frame in front of their faces as they smile on the wedding day. The frame is decorated with red and pink flowers and ribbons for Valentine's Day.

1558 DAYS AGO | 2.10.2022

Rose-colored Romance : Valentine’s Day Wedding Ideas We Love

Valentine’s Day wedding ideas to inspire an authentic ceremony, with suggestions for creative wedding readings and a romantic wedding ceremony script.

New Louisville Archbishop has a history of speaking out against racism, and against same-sex marriage

1558 DAYS AGO | 2.10.2022

New Louisville Archbishop has a history of speaking out against racism, and a...

Rev. Shelton Fabre, the next leader of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Louisville, Kentucky, has a history of speaking out against racism, and against sam...

The American Marriage Ministries (AMM) minister ordination packaging, a white box with the AMM logo and name against a blue background

1559 DAYS AGO | 2.9.2022

Is the American Marriage Ministries Minister Ordination Package Worth the Pri...

What comes in the AMM Minister Ordination Package? A review of everything included in your ordination package, including your letter of good standing and ord...

Va. Republicans block bill to remove same-sex marriage ban from state constitution

1559 DAYS AGO | 2.9.2022

Va. Republicans block bill to remove same-sex marriage ban from state constit...

House Republicans in Virginia just voted down a bill to amend the state's Constitution that would have removed a defunct ban against same-sex marriage and co...

On the Death of the Beloved: Funeral Poem & Blessing by Irish Poet John O’Donohue

1560 DAYS AGO | 2.8.2022

On the Death of the Beloved: Funeral Poem & Blessing by Irish Poet John O’Don...

This Celtic blessing by Irish poet and priest, John O’Donohue, is a beautiful way to honor a lost loved one during a funeral or memorial service, or on the a...

Is it Legal to Officiate a Blockchain or Metaverse Wedding? Good question.

1561 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2022

Is it Legal to Officiate a Blockchain or Metaverse Wedding? Good question.

An emerging trend in blockchain metaverse weddings has industry pros and wedding officiants wondering whether it’s legal to officiate these virtual ceremonie...

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

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5 Questions a Great Wedding Officiant Will Always Ask

1561 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2022

5 Questions a Great Wedding Officiant Will Always Ask

If you’re trying to find the best wedding officiant for your ceremony, or want to become a professional officiant yourself, take note: Here are 5 questions e...

How to Perform a Baby Blessing Ceremony (Examples & Script)

1564 DAYS AGO | 2.4.2022

How to Perform a Baby Blessing Ceremony (Examples & Script)

Learn how to perform a baby blessing with this simple outline and sample script, including examples of rituals to include in your blessing ceremony – from sy...

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

1565 DAYS AGO | 2.3.2022

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

Curious how America’s most romantic holiday got its start? AMM takes a look back at the bloody and uncertain history of Valentine’s Day, from pagans, Popes, ...

A christian cross on a grave at sunset

1566 DAYS AGO | 2.2.2022

Christian Memorial Service Script with Prayer

Asked to officiate a Christian funeral or memorial service? This simple script includes a candle lighting ceremony for family and friends, a heartfelt prayer...

AMM’s Commitment to Your Data Security, Transparency, and Best Practices in Action

1567 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

AMM’s Commitment to Your Data Security, Transparency, and Best Practices in A...

This blog post is a slight departure from our usual topic of wedding ceremonies, but with data security front-and-center in today’s world, we wanted to take ...

6 Wedding Objection Stories – Funny Prank or Bad Idea?

1567 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

6 Wedding Objection Stories – Funny Prank or Bad Idea?

What happens if someone objects at a wedding… as a joke? Can objections be a funny addition to the ceremony, or are interruptions always a mood killer? We re...

New script! Princess Bride Wedding Ceremony Script

1567 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

New script! Princess Bride Wedding Ceremony Script

We added a new script to our library! This funny wedding ceremony script is based on the memorable movie The Princess Bride, celebrating twue wuv, and all th...

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

1567 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2022

Weed Lounges are coming to the Wedding Capital of the World

Now that cannabis consumption lounges are legal in Las Vegas and Nevada, will Sin City become a destination for weed themed weddings, pot receptions, and 420...

Would You Officiate a Wedding Outdoors During a Blizzard?

1568 DAYS AGO | 1.31.2022

Would You Officiate a Wedding Outdoors During a Blizzard?

This Rhode Island couple got married outside during a historic winter storm in Providence over the weekend. Would you officiate a wedding in a blizzard?

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