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2018 DAYS AGO | 11.13.2020
When is it ok to lower, or raise, your rates as a wedding officiant?
How to determine your rates and what to charge as a professional or first time wedding officiant, including when to lower or raise the cost for custom weddin...
2019 DAYS AGO | 11.12.2020
Are decorative masks the newest family wedding heirloom?
Will decorative wedding masks replace the veil to become a new family heirloom as the COVID-19 pandemic changes wedding attire and fashions?
2021 DAYS AGO | 11.10.2020
A majority of Wedding Officiants are seeing decreases in their role... is it ...
A nationwide survey found the role of the wedding officiant is changing as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic. What does it mean for the future of officiants?
2025 DAYS AGO | 11.6.2020
Nevada becomes first state to remove same-sex marriage ban from constitution,...
Nevada has become the first state to remove same-sex marriage ban from constitution and protect LGBTQ couples
2029 DAYS AGO | 11.2.2020
Nevada votes on removing same-sex marriage ban from state constitution amid S...
LGBTQ+ and marriage equality advocates wait as Nevada becomes the first state to vote on removing a same-sex marriage ban from the state constitution on Nove...
2033 DAYS AGO | 10.29.2020
“I’m so nervous I could puke" - A wedding ceremony mishap and a quick-thinkin...
An officiant’s quick thinking and sense of humor saves the day when a groom’s anxiety makes him vomit during the wedding ceremony!
2035 DAYS AGO | 10.27.2020
What Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation Means for the Future of Same-Se...
What Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Confirmation to the Supreme Court might mean for the future of same-sex marriage, marriage equality, and the LGBTQ+ communit...
2036 DAYS AGO | 10.26.2020
The more the merrier! Why hybrid weddings are a good idea
How to host a hybrid wedding by livestreaming a small in-person wedding ceremony to your online guests.
2039 DAYS AGO | 10.23.2020
No marriage license, no marriage… but maybe a misdemeanor?
No marriage license might mean no wedding! Learn why a wedding officiant might not officiate, the legal risks of a forgetting your marriage license, and how ...
Asked to Officiate a Wedding?
Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
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2040 DAYS AGO | 10.22.2020
Pope Francis speaks out in support of same-sex civil unions in new documentary
Pope Francis endorses & offers support for same-sex civil unions in a new documentary, Francesco, moving the Church towards acceptance of LGBTQ+ families
2042 DAYS AGO | 10.20.2020
Charities We’re Supporting This Month
American Marriage Ministries is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We support the arts, music and theater, environmental advocacy, news and education. See w...
2043 DAYS AGO | 10.19.2020
Exorcisms, Flus, and Flat Tires: Backup Officiants are Essential, Especially ...
Wedding officiants may have to cancel last minute, but couples can avoid canceling the wedding ceremony by having a friend or family member prepared as a bac...
2046 DAYS AGO | 10.16.2020
Honoring the Memory of Loved Ones in Your Wedding Ceremony
How to honor dead relatives and loved ones as part of a joyful wedding ceremony.
2049 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...
2050 DAYS AGO | 10.12.2020
When Should Officiants Say NO to a Ceremony?
Saying no: Officiating a wedding is an important role & you might not be a good fit for every wedding ceremony. Watch for these red flags & bad matches to ch...
2053 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...
2054 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...
2056 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 ...