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1334 DAYS AGO | 3.30.2021
An Officiant’s Guide to Covenant Marriages
Covenant marriages are legally distinct from other types of marriage. Here’s what wedding officiants and couples should know about these uncommon religious w...
1334 DAYS AGO | 3.30.2021
Avoiding a Terrible Wedding Toast -- What *Not* To Do
No one wants to make a fool of themselves by delivering a bad wedding toast! Follow these simple tips on what to say and do to make your speech memorable.
1335 DAYS AGO | 3.29.2021
AMM ordains people of all faiths -- from pagans to monotheists, atheists to a...
AMM welcomes people of all faiths: If you’re wondering how to become an ordained minister with a nondenominational, interfaith church, whether you’re Neopaga...
1337 DAYS AGO | 3.27.2021
Meditation for Ministers: AMM’s Favorite Pink Noise Playlists on Spotify
Ministers and wedding officiants are BUSY this season! Luckily, meditation helps us stay productive, positive, and avoid burnout! Pink noise is great for low...
1338 DAYS AGO | 3.26.2021
How to Officiate a Wedding For the First Time
Learn how to perform a wedding for the first time, from getting ordained online to signing the marriage license! A step-by-step guide for new officiants, min...
1338 DAYS AGO | 3.26.2021
Virginia Wedding Venue Sues Gov. Northam Over Gathering Restrictions
The wedding venue Belle Garden Estate is suing Virginia's Gov. Northam over Covid 19 restrictions they say are discriminatory. Wedding gatherings are limited...
1339 DAYS AGO | 3.25.2021
3 miraculous stories of wedding rings lost -- and found
These wedding rings were lost forever, until a few everyday heroes stepped in to reunite them with their owners.
1340 DAYS AGO | 3.24.2021
Mad Libs Inspired Wedding Vows For the Couple Who Loves to (verb) Together
Vows are the most meaningful part of a wedding ceremony! But that doesn’t mean you have to stress over them. Loosen up with these Mad Libs inspired wedding v...
1341 DAYS AGO | 3.23.2021
Minors and Marriage: Six states re-examine the minimum age for marriage in a ...
Six states are considering raising the minimum age for marriage, in what seems to be increased attention to laws regulating child marriage in the US.
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1342 DAYS AGO | 3.22.2021
Groom drops ring into Lake Tahoe, wedding ceremony ends in scuba diving adven...
A picturesque marriage ceremony came to a halt when the ring exchange made an unexpected splash. A local scuba diver saved the day in the unlikely Lake Tahoe...
1342 DAYS AGO | 3.22.2021
Officiate a Virtual Wedding Like a Pro!
Online weddings require special attention from officiants that other types of ceremonies don’t. Learn what details to watch for, and how to officiate a virtu...
1344 DAYS AGO | 3.20.2021
Flower Meanings and Symbolism : What Does Your Wedding Bouquet Say?
Are you fluent in the language of flowers? Learn the meaning and symbolism of common blooms, to help you plan your wedding bouquet and reception arrangements!
1345 DAYS AGO | 3.19.2021
12 Love Poems for Your Wedding Ceremony
Need help putting your love into words? Include these timeless love poems in your vows or as a special reading in your wedding ceremony, so your sweetheart k...
1346 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2021
“With This… Goat? I Thee Wed” : A wedding with baby pygmy goats!
AMM Minister Patricia Burgess helps a couple exchange pygmy goats instead of wedding rings to make their ceremony the perfect custom fit!
1346 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2021
Japan Court Rules Same-Sex Marriage Ban is Unconstitutional
In a landmark decision, a District Court in Japan ruled the government's same-sex marriage ban violated Article 14 of the country's constitution, making it u...
1346 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2021
A Guide to Virtual Wedding Ceremonies in Utah: For Officiants & Couples
Perform a remote, online wedding in Utah, or apply for & sign the marriage license digitally! Utah County's fully online system for weddings is the first of ...
1346 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2021
The Advocate Interviews Jim Obergefell About Marriage Equality Today
Jim Obergefell talks about marriage equality with The Advocate magazine's podcast LGBTQ&A, ahead of the six year anniversary of the Obergefell v Hodges same-...
1346 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2021
What is the United Life Church? Interest rises in online ordination to offici...
Learn about the United Life Church, online ordination to officiate weddings, which online churches let you get ordained to marry people, and how to become a ...