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Asked to Officiate a Wedding?
Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
News Articles
1423 DAYS AGO | 7.22.2021
An alligator as a ring bearer?!? Would you perform this wedding?
A bride and groom asked Wally, an emotional support alligator, to be the ring bearer for their wedding ceremony in central Pennsylvania this week.
1424 DAYS AGO | 7.21.2021
Rhode Island approves new one-day marriage designation
A new certificate will authorize Rhode Island adults to perform marriages on a specific day in a specific town, for a fee, as one-day-only wedding officiants.
1425 DAYS AGO | 7.20.2021
Updates to NYC’s Project Cupid, Marriage Bureau reopens
The NYC Marriage Bureau reopened for scheduled in-person services on July 19, including civil marriage ceremonies and marriage license appointments. These ap...
Ceremony Planning Articles
1174 DAYS AGO | 3.28.2022
Planning a handfasting wedding ceremony? This Quiz will test your knowledge!
Prepare for your handfasting ceremony and wedding day with American Marriage Ministries’ handfasting quiz! Plus links to our most popular handfasting article...
1177 DAYS AGO | 3.25.2022
How to Get Married in Idaho - Planning a wedding in The Gem State
A step-by-step guide to getting married in Idaho - from finding a wedding officiant and choosing a wedding venue, to how to apply for, complete, and return y...
1178 DAYS AGO | 3.24.2022
Officiants: Ask to Review a Couple’s Written Vows Before the Wedding Ceremony
Tips for new or first time wedding officiant: Ask to review a couple’s written wedding vows before the ceremony to ensure compatible length and tone. This is...