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Disinterested young bride and groom slouch in their wedding clothes for a photoshoot.

307 DAYS AGO | 5.13.2025

Would Gen Z Abandon Marriage if Griswold v. Connecticut is Overturned?

What might happen to Gen Alpha or Gen Z marriage trends if Griswold vs Connecticut is overturned? Click to read our thoughts on the changing legal & social l...

Bride stands in road as wild horses cross

314 DAYS AGO | 5.6.2025

Wild Wedding Crashers: 10 Times an Animal Crashed a Wedding

Wild animals at a wedding? Oh my! These cute (& terrifying) party crashers took the nature-themed wedding idea a little too far.

Man and woman sit facing a woman in an office to sign a contract

315 DAYS AGO | 5.5.2025

Could Short-Term Marriage Contracts Replace ‘Til Death Do Us Part’?

Will temporary marriages & 'short term' marriage contracts replace lifelong commitment? One relationship expert's prediction got us thinking about the future...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

A groom reads his wedding vows to the bride from a printed sheet of paper during a beach wedding ceremony ,while the wedding officiant watches from beside them

412 DAYS AGO | 1.28.2025

How Long Should Wedding Vows Be? Try This!

We'll show you the perfect length of wedding vows! Plus tips on writing vows that are personal, meaningful, and unique.

A beautiful natural arch outdoors in the mountains for a native american wedding ceremony

416 DAYS AGO | 1.24.2025

Native American Wedding Vows & Readings

Modern & traditional Native American wedding ceremony readings & wedding vow examples. Read prayers & blessings from Navajo, Cherokee, Shoshone & others

 Newlyweds dance with sparklers at night during an adult only wedding reception

417 DAYS AGO | 1.23.2025

Want a Child-Free Wedding? Wedding Babysitters Make it Easy

Plan childfree weddings that are parent-friendly! A wedding babysitter makes an adult only wedding more accessible – say "no kids at wedding" with no guilt!

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Religion and Rituals Articles

5 Strange and Delightful Wedding Traditions From The Past

1568 DAYS AGO | 11.29.2021

5 Strange and Delightful Wedding Traditions From The Past

5 unusual wedding traditions from the past, with modern twists to bring these old fashioned customs back to the marriage ceremony. The silver sixpence, the b...

A couple holding their wedding rings together

1571 DAYS AGO | 11.26.2021

The Wedding Ring Finger - Which Finger, Which Hand, and Why!

Wondering “Which finger does a wedding ring go on,” and why? Learn what hand a wedding ring goes on and the romantic history of the ring finger, from the Egy...

‘Naming Ceremonies’ at Any Stage of Life: How Celebrants Create Space for Authentic Identity

1575 DAYS AGO | 11.22.2021

‘Naming Ceremonies’ at Any Stage of Life: How Celebrants Create Space for Aut...

Learn about the Naming Ceremony tradition for adults at any stage of life, and how Celebrants and Officiants create space for authentic identity through this...

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Community Articles

Commemorate Your Winter Wedding with a Festive Marriage Certificate

866 DAYS AGO | 11.1.2023

Commemorate Your Winter Wedding with a Festive Marriage Certificate

Commemorate your winter wedding with a festive marriage certificate! These unique designs also make a creative wedding gift or anniversary gift from an offic...

Examples of Wedding Officiant Business Names for Inspiration and Easy Marketing

875 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...

Marriage Equality for Disabled Adults: AMM talks to DREDF about the Best Ways to Get Involved

895 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...

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