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La novia y el novio se besan al aire libre en Alaska antes de la boda, detrás de ellos hay una montaña y un lago

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374 DAYS AGO | 1.30.2024

Lenny Kravitz Might ‘Wing’ His Wedding Toast, But You’d Better Not

Unless you’re a rock ‘n’ roll legend who’s mastered the impromptu red carpet interview like Lenny Kravitz, it’s best to prepare and practice your wedding toa...

Close up of a laptop keyboard and wedding rings

386 DAYS AGO | 1.18.2024

Will Utah Legislators Put Limits on Virtual Weddings in 2024?

Learn about proposed changes to Utah's remote marriage ceremonies and services in 2024. Legislators seek to amend the law to require at least one of the indi...

Newlyweds bride and groom kiss outdoors during their wedding ceremony. The sun is behind them and shines through as they kiss.

388 DAYS AGO | 1.16.2024

Arkansas Officiant Plans Cosmic Group Wedding for April’s Solar Eclipse

Get married during April’s solar eclipse in a unique group wedding event in Pottsville, Arkansas! Officiated by AMM-ordained Notary Officiant Kimberely Boren...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

A couple hold hands as they enter city hall for a civil marriage ceremony

281 DAYS AGO | 5.2.2024

What is a Civil Marriage Ceremony? (Plus How to Find a Non-Religious Wedding ...

Learn the pros and cons of a civil marriage ceremony vs. a non-religious wedding ceremony, who officiates a civil ceremony, and advice on how to find a weddi...

Gloves of garlic placed on a white table next to a silver cross necklace

282 DAYS AGO | 5.1.2024

A Serbian Wedding Tradition Wards off Evil – And Vampires, Probably

Learn about an unusual Serbian wedding tradition and how to ward off bad luck on the day of the wedding ceremony! Plus links to more unique wedding superstit...

A young couple stands smiling for a photo after their civil wedding ceremony

291 DAYS AGO | 4.22.2024

Can You Get Married in Prison? Plus How to Find a Wedding Officiant While Inc...

Learn about the marriage process for prisoners, including tips on applying for your marriage license, scheduling a wedding ceremony or proxy marriage ceremon...

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Religion and Rituals Articles

Will the Mormon Church approve same sex marriages?

1221 DAYS AGO | 10.5.2021

Will the Mormon Church approve same sex marriages?

The Mormon Church opposes same-sex marriage, but a rising number of LGBT + members, including vocal Millennial and Gen Z members, could change that. A summar...

Kick Your Wedding Off with a Toast: A Wine Blending Ceremony Sample Script

1222 DAYS AGO | 10.4.2021

Kick Your Wedding Off with a Toast: A Wine Blending Ceremony Sample Script

Add a wine blending unity ritual to your wedding ceremony with inspiration from this personalized script, from AMM Minister Max Dovala. This script was used ...

Add Magic to Your Second Ceremony with a ‘Year and a Day’ Handfasting

1226 DAYS AGO | 9.30.2021

Add Magic to Your Second Ceremony with a ‘Year and a Day’ Handfasting

Combine the magic of the Celtic Year and a Day handfasting ritual with your sequel wedding or second ceremony! With links to wedding ceremony scripts, Pagan ...

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Community Articles

AMM’s 2023 Officiant Yearbook! The American Weddings Blog Year in Review

599 DAYS AGO | 6.19.2023

AMM’s 2023 Officiant Yearbook! The American Weddings Blog Year in Review

A look back at all the AMM Ministers, wedding officiants and celebrants, engaged couples, and other wedding professionals who shared their time, advice, wedd...

Survey Shows the “Threat” to Professional Officiants is Courthouse Weddings & High Costs, Not Online Ordination

602 DAYS AGO | 6.16.2023

Survey Shows the “Threat” to Professional Officiants is Courthouse Weddings &...

AMM surveyed 150 couples to see which type of officiant is most popular with newlyweds this year: a friend or family member ordained online, professional wed...

New York’s One-Day Officiant License vs Online Ordination: Which is the best choice for Wedding Officiants?

610 DAYS AGO | 6.8.2023

New York’s One-Day Officiant License vs Online Ordination: Which is the best ...

Which is a better choice for wedding officiants in New York - the new One Day Marriage Officiant License or Online Ordination through American Marriage Minis...

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