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1502 DAYS AGO | 10.13.2020
When his church discriminated, this Minister turned to American Marriage Mini...
When mainstream churches discriminated against this LGBTQ minister, he got ordained by American Marriage Ministries so that he could join same-sex couples in...
1503 DAYS AGO | 10.12.2020
When should officiants say No to a ceremony?
Not every officiant is a good fit for every ceremony. Learn to identify red flags and bad matches, and choose couples and ceremonies that are best for you an...
1506 DAYS AGO | 10.9.2020
Involve Children in Planning Your Microwedding Ceremony with Seasonal Crafts
Involve children in planning your microwedding ceremony with these seasonal crafts, including decorative wedding masks and twinkle lights for backyard microw...
1507 DAYS AGO | 10.8.2020
Roll Out The Barrel: Washington State Loosens Wedding Reception Rules!
Read how Washington State's new October 2020 social distancing rules will affect wedding planning, ceremonies, and receptions. Find out how to plan a safe, s...
1509 DAYS AGO | 10.6.2020
Marriage Equality Threatened once more, as Two Supreme Court Justices Challen...
Will same-sex marriage remain protected once conservative judges take over the Supreme Court? American Marriage Ministries is committed to ensuring that all ...
1509 DAYS AGO | 10.6.2020
Introducing AMM’s Government Registration Guarantee -- Ordination Credentials...
The American Marriage Ministry Government Registration Guarantee ensures that your Ordination Credentials will be recognized and accepted, or we will issue a...
1510 DAYS AGO | 10.5.2020
Plan a Simple Wedding Ceremony With Inspiration from One Couple’s ‘Year and a...
Learn the parts of a handfasting wedding and Plan a handfasting ceremony using inspiration from a traditional Pagan ‘year and a day’ engagement.
1513 DAYS AGO | 10.2.2020
“Having the care of souls” as an online-ordained minister: How wedding offici...
Tennessee lawmakers have incorrectly applied the phrase "having the care of souls" to discriminate against ministers that are ordained online. Learn how onli...
1513 DAYS AGO | 10.2.2020
“I do,” in the Nude: Officiating a Naturist Wedding
What do officiants wear? It depends… Read how one officiant led a naturist wedding in a nudist community, but stayed true to her own personal wedding style.
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1516 DAYS AGO | 9.29.2020
From Seasonal Masks to Extra Mics, 5 Things Officiants Can Do Right Now to Pr...
There are several ways officiants can prepare for fall & winter indoor weddings during the pandemic to make seasonal ceremonies safe, fun, and memorable.
1519 DAYS AGO | 9.26.2020
How to write a compelling minister profile or personal bio
Tips for wedding officiants on how to write an engaging minister profile or personal bio
1521 DAYS AGO | 9.24.2020
Remembering RBG's Work to Legalize and Celebrate Same-Sex Marriage
American Marriage Ministries honors and reflects on RBG's longstanding efforts to legalize and celebrate same-sex marriage.
1523 DAYS AGO | 9.22.2020
Safe Ceremony Planning — How Wedding Officiants Can Still Get to Know a Coupl...
Wedding ceremony planning, Learn how to have a great first-meeting and interview with a new couple while social distancing.
1527 DAYS AGO | 9.18.2020
Handfasting and Virtual Weddings -- Keeping Traditions Alive in Modern Microw...
Lessons from a Seattle couple’s livestreamed handfasting, where not just one but two dads helped officiate the unique virtual event.
1529 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2020
More Than Words: 5 Body Language Tips for New Officiants
Learn how to use body language to improve ceremonies for first time wedding officiants.
1531 DAYS AGO | 9.14.2020
Can I Get A Witness? Small Ceremonies, Witness Requirements, and Self-Solemn...
Most states require an officiant and witnesses at a wedding ceremony, but there are a few places where couples can officiate weddings on their own with a sel...
1535 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2020
Rehearsals are Important - Even When Officiating a Friend’s Casual Backyard W...
Whether your wedding is big or small, rehearsing the ceremony is a must
1537 DAYS AGO | 9.8.2020
Attention Officiants: 4 things you might forget the day of the wedding (and w...
Four important things that wedding officiants often forget - and what they can do about it when it happens! Avoid wedding day disasters and turn mishaps into...