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1968 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...
1968 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...
1970 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!
1971 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...
1972 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-...
1972 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 ...
1972 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...
1972 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 ...
1972 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!
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1973 DAYS AGO | 3.17.2021
Give Your Love Letter Ceremony a Centuries-Old Twist with Letterlocking
Give your love letter ceremony a Renaissance twist with letterlocking! This unique unity ritual adds history, tradition, and visual beauty to the wedding cer...
1974 DAYS AGO | 3.16.2021
The Pros and Cons of Popular Payment Methods for Wedding Officiants
Venmo or PayPal? Cash, check, or credit? We compare the most popular payment methods used by new and experienced wedding officiants to help you decide what m...
1974 DAYS AGO | 3.16.2021
The Vatican, Pope Francis say the Catholic Church cannot bless the “sin” of s...
The Vatican disappointed Catholics, LGBTQ+ couples, and allies around the world with its statement that the Catholic Church won’t bless same-sex marriages. A...
1975 DAYS AGO | 3.15.2021
Couples can marry for free at Philly pop-up event in support of marriage equa...
Free wedding pop-up in Philly, hosted by Equal Dignity Pop-Up Nuptials in support of marriage equality for LGBTQ+ couples, will also help those whose plans h...
1975 DAYS AGO | 3.15.2021
New ceremony script alert! A Virtual Wedding with Special Readings
Transform an ordinary online wedding into a magical collaboration with friends! This sample ceremony script is perfect for involving guests in remote, virtua...
1975 DAYS AGO | 3.15.2021
Weddings, Receptions (and Dancing!) Resume in New York on Monday
New York’s expanded guidelines for weddings and catered events, including receptions, go into effect Monday, to the relief of many venues, brides, and grooms...
1977 DAYS AGO | 3.13.2021
Netflix asks 'Marriage or Mortgage': We say NOPE.
‘Marriage or Mortgage’ : A new Netflix show asks Nashville couples to choose between a large wedding and a home, and couldn't come at a stranger time -- as c...
1978 DAYS AGO | 3.12.2021
West Virginia Offers Online Registration for Wedding Officiants!
West Virginia wedding officiants can now register online! In early 2021, WV updated its minister registration process to be fully online. Learn how to regist...
1978 DAYS AGO | 3.12.2021
#WeddingRules TikTok trend reveals what young couples REALLY want
The #WeddingRules TikTok trend reveals what young couples want and don’t want at their wedding ceremonies! From gifts to kids and plus ones, to unnecessary f...