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56 DAYS AGO | 6.15.2026

New 48hr Marriage Waiting Period in Connecticut in 2026

Starting October 1, 2026, couples getting married in Connecticut must wait 48 hours to receive their marriage license.

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56 DAYS AGO | 6.15.2026

Arizona Legislators Leave Loophole for Religious Discrimination Against Same-...

Arizona SB 1573 aims to restrict religious laws in courts but includes a marriage exception. AMM breaks down how this might impact marriage equality.

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84 DAYS AGO | 5.18.2026

New 2026 Requirement for Utah’s Online Weddings

Learn new requirements for Utah remote marriage ceremonies in 2026, for Utah wedding officiants and ministers.

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Ceremony Planning Articles

El oficiante lee a la pareja durante su ceremonia de boda al aire libre.

61 DAYS AGO | 6.10.2026

10 versículos bíblicos sutiles para bodas (Para parejas no religiosas o inter...

¿Son una pareja no religiosa, atea o de diferentes religiones y buscan citas o versículos bíblicos sutiles para incluir en su ceremonia civil o laica, con el...

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63 DAYS AGO | 6.8.2026

How to Make a Wedding Registry: Simple Answers to Common Questions

Ready to create your wedding wish list? Get simple answers to your biggest wedding registry questions, from how many gifts to add, types of registries to ch...

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66 DAYS AGO | 6.5.2026

How to Budget for a Wedding: 8 Simple Steps

Budgeting for a wedding, the easy way! 8 simple steps to help you create a wedding budget that works for you, your dream celebration, and your future goals!

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Religion and Rituals Articles

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172 DAYS AGO | 2.19.2026

Online Ordination for Spiritual Ministers & Wedding Officiants

American Marriage Ministries provides trusted, free, non denominational ordination online to people of all faiths, making it a good choice for spiritual mini...

Love drinking games at weddings? This ritual's for you!

346 DAYS AGO | 8.29.2025

This Polish Wedding Toast Predicts Who Wears the Pants in Your Marriage

Discover the Polish-inspired Vodka & Water Shot wedding toast: a fun game of chance that decides who's the boss of the marriage - or at least the wedding nig...

bride and groom smile and laugh as they break a traditional loaf of bread together

347 DAYS AGO | 8.28.2025

Breaking of the Bread: A Fun Wedding Ritual to Kick Off Your Reception

A playful wedding ritual where couples break bread to see who gets the biggest piece, and earn the title of "breadwinner." Fun, easy, and perfect for your we...

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Community Articles

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119 DAYS AGO | 4.13.2026

Could the Barter System Reshape the Wedding Industry?

Can bartering reshape the wedding industry? Explore how Gen Z wedding vendors are trading services, plus the benefits and risks, and what it could mean for a...

Un hombre y una mujer jóvenes se sientan en un sofá leyendo reseñas de iglesias en línea para encontrar el mejor lugar para ser ordenado en línea en una tableta.

168 DAYS AGO | 2.23.2026

Ordenación en línea: Reseñas de American Marriage Ministries

¿Quiere oficiar una boda? ¿Busca reseñas honestas de American Marriage Ministries? ¡Consulte los testimonios de ministros ordenados en línea en la página pri...

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172 DAYS AGO | 2.19.2026

Online Ordination for Spiritual Ministers & Wedding Officiants

American Marriage Ministries provides trusted, free, non denominational ordination online to people of all faiths, making it a good choice for spiritual mini...

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