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Illustration of a wedding officiant performing a ceremony, with bride and groom holding hands. The background is a stylized teal, with a bright orange sun.

1341 DAYS AGO | 8.18.2020

From Ordinary Officiant to High Priestess

HOW choosing a friend to officiate their wedding gave two essential workers the unconventional Solstice ceremony of their dreams while the city around them s...

Cute illustration of a take out container filled with noodles, chopsticks, and a fortune cookie. The take out box says 'Just Married' on the side, with a pink heart drawn on it.

1342 DAYS AGO | 8.17.2020

Butt-bumps and gift baskets, 6 ways friends and family can keep their distanc...

How-to tips & suggestions to help support friends and family who are having socially distanced weddings during the pandemic, including virtual bachelorette p...

1353 DAYS AGO | 8.6.2020

The Wedding Officiant's Guide to Planning a Minimony

American Marriage Ministries' guide for wedding officiants to help couples safely plan a minimony style wedding or elopement

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