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256 DAYS AGO | 3.26.2025

Online Ordination vs. One Day Marriage Officiant in Rhode Island for Weddings?

Which is best for officiating a wedding, getting ordained online or a Rhode Island one day marriage officiant certificate? Let’s take a look at cost, wait ti...

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257 DAYS AGO | 3.25.2025

Understanding Massachusetts One Day Marriage Designation vs Online Ordination...

Which is best, getting ordained online or a one day marriage designation (MA) for officiating a wedding? Let’s take a look at cost, wait time, & more!

A bride and groom pose under the overpass in Chicago in their wedding clothes and kiss

258 DAYS AGO | 3.24.2025

Illinois Lawmakers Want to Expand ‘Self Uniting’ Marriage Laws

Learn about potential updates to Illinois self uniting marriage laws which would expand the option to more couples, proposed by IL HB3049 2025.

Close up on a couple exchanging a wedding ring at the wedding ceremony

261 DAYS AGO | 3.21.2025

New Officiant Script! A Second Marriage Wedding Ceremony Script

This simple wedding script for a second marriage is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from a heartfelt invocation to personal we...

El novio lee sus votos matrimoniales a la novia durante una ceremonia de boda en la playa mientras el oficiante de la boda está cerca.

263 DAYS AGO | 3.19.2025

Añada Estas Dulces Promesas a sus Votos Matrimoniales

Ejemplos de promesas de boda para agregar a sus votos matrimoniales escritos para una ceremonia de matrimonio personalizada y significativa. ¡Mezcle y combin...

An older couple newlyweds pose for a wedding photo outdoors, smiling in their formal wear on a sunny day. Groom kisses the bride on the cheek.

264 DAYS AGO | 3.18.2025

3 Tips for Writing a Second Marriage Wedding Script

Read our top 3 writing tips to create a unique wedding ceremony script for second marriages, from making new wedding traditions to honoring a blended family.

Minister Tiji Murphy-Santiago, Rev. T, marries a couple during an outdoor wedding ceremony

265 DAYS AGO | 3.17.2025

This South Carolina Minister is Marrying LGBTQ+ Couples for Free

Meet Rev. T of ‘Weddings w/TMS’, an inclusive wedding officiant & minister in Lexington, South Carolina, near Columbia. She’s marrying LGBTQ+ couples for free!

Two brides hug during an outdoor wiccan wedding ceremony

268 DAYS AGO | 3.14.2025

New Wedding Script! A Low-Key Wiccan Wedding Ceremony

This low-key Wiccan wedding ceremony script is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from candle lighting to handfasting ritual.

Los novios se toman de la mano frente a las puertas abiertas de una iglesia después de la ceremonia de la boda.

269 DAYS AGO | 3.13.2025

5 Ejemplos Significativos de Votos Matrimoniales Cristianos

5 ejemplos de votos matrimoniales para una ceremonia de boda cristiana, con ejemplos de votos matrimoniales modernos y tradicionales. ¡Úselos como inspiració...

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A young couple hold hands on the wedding day in an open field, the bride wears a celtic inspired green belt and has curly green hair

270 DAYS AGO | 3.12.2025

6 Wedding Tips from the Celtic Goddess Brigid

Plan a fun & blessed Pagan wedding ceremony with 6 tips from Celtic Goddess Brigid! Click to read about magic, marriage, DIY wedding ideas & more

A group of wedding guests applaud during a beach wedding as the bride and groom take their vows

271 DAYS AGO | 3.11.2025

Wedding Guests Are Tired of Footing the Bill, But Couples Can’t Afford it Either

Is the cost of attending a wedding going up? This wedding trend might be to blame! Click now to read why going to a wedding can get expensive for guests.

A bride and groom kiss outside of a large ornate church building on a sunny day

272 DAYS AGO | 3.10.2025

Getting Married in a Church But not Religious? It’s a Trend!

Everything you need to know about church weddings for nonreligious & secular couples, plus why & how to get married in a church where you aren’t a member.

Two penguins looking at each other, a pair of bonded penguins

275 DAYS AGO | 3.7.2025

Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life

Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just ne...

Primer plano de una novia que lleva un bolso con un vestido de novia en un día soleado

276 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2025

5 Artículos Esenciales para Tener en su Bolso de Mano el Día de Su Boda

¡Qué llevar en el bolso de mano o cartera de boda el gran día! Haga clic ahora para ver nuestra lista de artículos imprescindibles!

A colorful wedding in the woods, with lots of different guests smiling and happy, standing around the brides.

277 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2025

New Wedding Script! A Spiritual Wedding Ceremony Honoring Divine Love

We added a new spiritual wedding script to our library ✓ Click to read what makes this officiant wording special for your spiritual but not religious wedding...

Stylized painting of Egyptian Goddess of marriage

278 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2025

Marriage Advice From 5 Ancient Gods & Goddesses

Fun marriage advice & wedding tips from the ancient Gods & Goddesses of Marriage, from Isis to Hera, Hathor, and more!

A bridesmaid in a pink formal dress bends to sign the marriage license while guests watch in the distance during a wedding ceremony

280 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2025

Who Can Be a Witness for a Wedding & How Do You Choose?

Learn who can be a witness at a wedding ceremony, which states require wedding witnesses, and what you'll actually have to do the day of the wedding.

Close up photo of a dog at wedding ceremony

282 DAYS AGO | 2.28.2025

Can a Dog Officiate a Wedding? These States Allow Fido to Lead the Ceremony

Learn how your dog can serve as a ceremonial wedding officiant in states where couples can 'self-solemnize.' Your dog pretends to deliver the script as co-of...

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