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Asked to Officiate a Wedding?
Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
News Articles
229 DAYS AGO | 8.16.2024
Congress Takes a Closer Look at Child Marriage in the US
Congress considers a bill to study child marriage in US, may establish new state and federal policies & grants to assess, restrict or ban child marriage
240 DAYS AGO | 8.5.2024
Anonymous Officiant: Dog Ring Bearer Steals Show – and Hearts
This funny dog ring bearer story will have you smiling for days! Plus tips from a wedding officiant on how to include your dog in your wedding.
264 DAYS AGO | 7.12.2024
New Hampshire Child Marriage Ban in Effect in 2025
The New Hampshire child marriage law is in effect on Jan 1, 2025. What to know if you’re a wedding officiant or applying for a NH marriage license!
Ceremony Planning Articles
204 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2024
Add These Sweet Promises to Your Wedding Vows
Examples of wedding promises to add to your written wedding vows for a personalized and meaningful marriage ceremony. Mix and match your favorite vow examples!
205 DAYS AGO | 9.9.2024
A Simple Guide to Handfasting Cord Color (Meaning & Magic)
Discover the special meaning behind handfasting cord colors & choose magic color combinations for your handfasting ceremony with this simple guide!
211 DAYS AGO | 9.3.2024
Cosplay Wedding Ideas & Advice for a Fun Costumed Ceremony
Plan a fun & unique cosplay wedding! With tips on what to wear, how to find a cosplay wedding officiant, guests who aren’t into costumes & more!
Religion and Rituals Articles
996 DAYS AGO | 7.11.2022
Greek Orthodox Weddings: From Koumbaroi to Holy Crowns and the Common Cup
Learn about Greek Orthodox Weddings ritual and traditions, from the stefana wedding crown ceremony, to blessings in threes, unique prayers and psalms, Koumba...
1036 DAYS AGO | 6.1.2022
What is a Nikah Ceremony? Intro to the Muslim Marriage Ceremony
Learn about the Muslim marriage ceremony tradition - the nikkah or nikah ceremony – and how this traditional religious Islamic wedding custom compares to the...
1069 DAYS AGO | 4.29.2022
How to Perform a Unity Candle Ceremony (for Wedding Officiants)
Want to plan or perform a unity candle ceremony for your wedding? Learn about supplies, how to set up the table, what to say and do, and considerations for a...
Community Articles
527 DAYS AGO | 10.23.2023
Examples of Wedding Officiant Business Names for Inspiration and Easy Marketing
A good wedding officiant business name is easy marketing! These creative officiant business names will inspire you, with ideas and advice on what to consider...
547 DAYS AGO | 10.3.2023
Marriage Equality for Disabled Adults: AMM talks to DREDF about the Best Ways...
American Marriage Ministries (AMM) interviews the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) about upcoming legislation to establish marriage equal...
560 DAYS AGO | 9.20.2023
How Filmmaker Nico Raineau Fell in Love with Writing Wedding Ceremonies
Award-winning filmmaker and one-of-a-kind wedding officiant Nico Raineau is in the business of telling love stories. His officiant business RomCom Weddings t...