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Two grooms hug outdoors on the wedding day in Virginia

267 DAYS AGO | 7.1.2024

New Virginia Marriage Equality Law Goes Into Effect Today

New Virginia marriage law protects same-sex, LGBTQ+, and interracial couples. See how the change impacts AMM Ministers and wedding officiants in Virginia.

Two photos side by side, Taylor Swift in a red dress and red lipstick, Travis Kelce in a red suit jacket. A red heart has been placed over the center of the image where the photos meet.

280 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2024

What to Expect at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding…

Our predictions for a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding ceremony: Rumors are swirling about a summer wedding in Rhode Island, but is the celebrity power ...

The Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware

287 DAYS AGO | 6.11.2024

Delaware Might Simplify Marriage Process for Parolees

Learn about proposed changes to Delaware state marriage laws which determine how people on parole or probation apply for a marriage license. A substitute Sen...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

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216 DAYS AGO | 8.21.2024

5 Tips for Getting Married at Comic Con

Dreaming of a nerdy wedding at Comic Con? 5 tips to plan a legal Comic Con wedding, plus comic book wedding ideas for a fun fandom filled celebration of love

Woman in an alternative white wedding dress does a backbend in the desert in Nevada at Burning Man, with the sun setting behind her

217 DAYS AGO | 8.20.2024

Burning Man Wedding: Can You Get Married at Burning Man?

Get married in a Burning Man Wedding! What to know to plan a legal wedding in Black Rock City, with Nevada marriage license & wedding officiant requirements

Two people stand on the beach drawing a heart in the sand with their toes

218 DAYS AGO | 8.19.2024

10 Nudist Wedding Ideas You’ll Love: Say Yes to the UnDress

10 fun ideas for nudist weddings, from nudist cruises and resorts to a themed wedding pinata, body paint wedding dresses, finding a wedding officiant and more

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Religion and Rituals Articles

Close up photo of a bride holding a colorful wedding bouquet of flowers

1085 DAYS AGO | 4.5.2022

The Wedding Bouquet Toss: What it Means (and What to Avoid)

Learn the symbolism and meaning that have made the wedding bouquet toss one of the most popular wedding traditions for centuries, including the custom's Engl...

Ghost Marriages – When ‘Til Death Do Us Part’ Isn’t Enough

1111 DAYS AGO | 3.10.2022

Ghost Marriages – When ‘Til Death Do Us Part’ Isn’t Enough

3 modern examples of ghost marriage and the haunting history of marrying the dead, including posthumous marriage in China, France, and the Mormon Church her...

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

1146 DAYS AGO | 2.3.2022

The Twisted History of Valentine’s Day

Curious how America’s most romantic holiday got its start? AMM takes a look back at the bloody and uncertain history of Valentine’s Day, from pagans, Popes, ...

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Community Articles

From Wedding Officiant to Crime Novelist – Helen Bradley’s New Chapter

573 DAYS AGO | 8.30.2023

From Wedding Officiant to Crime Novelist – Helen Bradley’s New Chapter

In addition to officiating with Savannah Simple Weddings, Wedding Officiant Helen P. Bradley is also a successful novelist! Her debut novel, Breach of Trust,...

The Wedding MBA 2023 lineup looks like one of the best yet!

575 DAYS AGO | 8.28.2023

The Wedding MBA 2023 lineup looks like one of the best yet!

Attn wedding vendors: Wedding MBA 2023 is coming soon, and we can't wait to see these expert speakers! American Marriage Ministries will be sponsoring the We...

Adam Sank on Officiating Funny Weddings, Marriage Equality, & Nudity at the Altar

579 DAYS AGO | 8.24.2023

Adam Sank on Officiating Funny Weddings, Marriage Equality, & Nudity at the A...

Comedian and licensed NYC wedding officiant Adam Sank brings heartwarming humor to the altar with comedy themed weddings: Adam talks about how to write a fun...

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