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Los novios posan junto al agua, vistiendo un atuendo formal de boda; la novia sostiene un ramo de flores secas.

5 Ideas sencillas para una boda sostenible

Descubra 5 ideas sencillas para bodas ecológicas, desde invitaciones digitales hasta menús veganos y microbodas. ¡Siga leyendo para planificar una boda sostenible que respete sus valores y el planeta!

Brides kiss at the end of a wedding ceremony with friends and family, photo of Officiant Wasson overlay

AMM Minister Hosts Wedding Planning Event for LGBTQ+ Couples in Ohio

Check out this LGBTQ+ friendly wedding planning workshop in Ohio! AMM interviews Officiant Brittany Wasson about a new event to help queer couples & allies plan authentic wedding ceremonies, with tips on finding affirming Ohio wedding vendors & venues.

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Omg: Did Justice Thomas Just Say Marriage Equality Isn’t a Given Anymore?

Justice Thomas questions whether or not SCOTUS should follow legal precedent, sparking concern over the future of same-sex marriage equality & Obergefell v. Hodges as a new Kim Davis v. Ermold appeal lurks in the distance.

Two young men pose together happily on their wedding day, one kisses the other's cheek

Should Same-Sex Couples Marry Before Supreme Court Revisits Obergefell?

The Supreme Court might revisit Obergefell v. Hodges. What could happen to same-sex marriage laws, and should same-sex couples marry before 2026? Take a look at what's at stake, and when changes could come.

Jóvenes amigas y recién casados ​​se abrazan en una boda al aire libre con atuendo colorido.

Oficiantes de bodas: Consiga más bodas para la generación z con 3 sencillos consejos

Te cuesta contratar a parejas de la Generación Z como oficiantes de bodas? Descubre 3 estrategias probadas para atraer a clientes más jóvenes con una mejor comunicación, presencia en redes sociales y precios transparentes.

friends clap and smile as two newlyweds hug during reception dinner

Would You Officiate Your Ex’s Wedding Ceremony?

Officiating your ex’s wedding might sound awkward. But for some exes, it’s a meaningful act of friendship and love. Would you say yes if they asked?

Dos invitaciones de boda en sobres coloridos sobre un fondo sencillo.

Qué Decir en una Invitación de Boda Para un Segundo Matrimonio (Ejemplos y Tarjetas de Muestra)

Descubra qué decir en una invitación de boda para un segundo matrimonio, incluyendo consejos, ejemplos de redacción y tarjetas de muestra para celebrar su nuevo comienzo con una invitación personalizada, impresa o sin papel.

Photograph of a Lord Ganesha idol, decorated with coloful flower garlands and cloths

Marrying a Tree to Escape a Curse? A Unique Vedic Wedding Tradition & the Manglik Dosha

Learn about the unique Vedic wedding tradition of marrying a tree to counter the Manglik Dosha curse, and how a symbolic marriage protects Manglik individuals and their spouses from astrological misfortune!

bride and groom stand in a field in white dress and kilt

8 Romantic Celtic Wedding Blessings & Poems to Read at Your Ceremony

8 beautiful Celtic wedding blessings and love poems from Irish, Scottish, and Welsh traditions. Perfect for a cultural wedding reading, handfasting ceremony, or vow renewal ceremony. (Wedding readings PDFs)

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

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

Illustration by Jessica Levey, shows period products and pms-symptom products for wedding day

How to Handle Having Your Period on Your Wedding Day

5 easy tips to help you handle having your period on your wedding day, from packing a 'flo bag' with emergency items, choosing bloat-friendly wedding attire, and more. Click to read our best period on wedding day tips!

Votos matrimoniales escritos a mano, enrollados en pergaminos y decorados

Cómo Escribir Votos Matrimoniales con la Plantilla de Tres Preguntas

Aprenda a escribir sus propios votos matrimoniales con esta sencilla plantilla de tres preguntas. Perfecta para oficiantes de bodas que escriben un guion de ceremonia personalizado y para parejas que desean unos votos matrimoniales personalizados y significativos.

Bride and groom pose next to water, wearing formal wedding attire; bride holds dried flower wedding bouquet

5 Simple Ideas for an Sustainable Wedding Day

Discover 5 simple eco-friendly wedding ideas, from digital invites to plant-based menus and microweddings. Read more to plan a sustainable wedding that honors your values and the planet!

Young friends and newlyweds hug at outdoor wedding in colorful attire

Wedding Officiants: Book More Gen Z Weddings With 3 Simple Tips

Struggling to book Gen Z couples as a wedding officiant? Learn 3 proven strategies to attract younger clients with better communication, social media presence, and transparent pricing.

happy wedding scene, officiant performs LGBTQ wedding outdoors with guests

6 Things Missing From Your Wedding Vendor Website (& Costing You Clients)

Wedding officiant business tips: Fix these 6 common website mistakes to attract more couples, improve SEO, and grow your wedding business!

Flor rosa sobre un fondo blanco para simbolizar la paz, el amor y la reflexión tranquila.

Cómo Incluir un Momento de Silencio en su Ceremonia de Boda

Aprenda cuánto dura un momento de silencio durante una ceremonia de boda, cuándo añadir y qué decir antes y después. Guía práctica para parejas y oficiantes sobre ceremonias conmemorativas y homenaje a seres queridos fallecidos.

Screenshot of Taylor Swift Instagram announcement of her engagement to Travis Kelce,

These Celebrities Offered to be Taylor & Travis’s Wedding Officiant (And You Can Too)

From Flavor Flav to Gov. Jared Polis, celebrities are lining up to officiate Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s wedding! See who else has volunteered for the big day, and how YOU can too

A beautiful fall wedding outdoors, friends smiling laughing

7 Fall Wedding Trends You'll Love, From an Expert Planner

Discover the top Fall 2025 wedding trends from expert planner Lisa VanHorton, including intentional spending, silk florals, unique venues, smaller guest lists, and guest-friendly ideas for your autumn celebration.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift talk together during an episode of the New Heights sports podcast

Taylor Swift’s Engagement is Numerologically Aligned & Yours Can Be Too

Discover how Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s engagement date aligns with numerology, and how to pick a lucky wedding date and plan your wedding using life path numbers, your Marriage Number, and cosmic timing!

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