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Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
News Articles
315 DAYS AGO | 7.7.2023
The Anonymous Officiant: Parents NOT Behaving Badly
The Anonymous Officiant #9: This wedding officiant was ready for maximum drama at a big blended family wedding, but the day brought a different kind of surpr...
322 DAYS AGO | 6.30.2023
The 3 Most Popular Unity Ceremonies in 2023, According to New AMM Survey!
AMM's Spring survey reveals this year's three most popular unity ceremony ideas! Wedding officiants, take note: These unity rituals will be performed at a ma...
325 DAYS AGO | 6.27.2023
Most Weddings Include a ‘Moment of Silence’ or Memorial Table for Deceased Lo...
New AMM Survey shows that the majority of wedding ceremonies will include a 'moment of silence,' 'moment of remembrance,' or memorial table with photos to ho...
Ceremony Planning Articles
220 DAYS AGO | 10.10.2023
Who can officiate a wedding at Disneyland or Disney World?
Looking for the perfect wedding officiant for a Disney World, Disneyland, or Aulani Disney wedding? Want to get married on a Disney cruise? Here’s what you ...
221 DAYS AGO | 10.9.2023
Include a ‘Calavera Literaria’ in Your Day of the Dead Wedding Ceremony
How to write a funny calavera literaria (or calaveras poem) for your Day of the Dead wedding ceremony, and when to include it during the invocation, written ...
225 DAYS AGO | 10.5.2023
6 Fun Kids Books About Same-Sex Marriage & LGBTQ+ Families
Six of our favorite colorful children’s books about same-sex marriage and LGBTQ+ families. These kids books introduce the concepts of same-gender relationshi...
Religion and Rituals Articles
1145 DAYS AGO | 3.29.2021
AMM ordains people of all faiths -- from pagans to monotheists, atheists to a...
AMM welcomes people of all faiths: If you’re wondering how to become an ordained minister with a nondenominational, interfaith church, whether you’re Neopaga...
1169 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2021
Plan and Officiate a Spring Equinox Wedding with Community Flower Ceremony
Love is in the air! Celebrate with a Spring Equinox wedding that’s brimming with colorful flowers and loving friends.
1189 DAYS AGO | 2.13.2021
How to Tie a Handfasting Cord -- The Infinity Knot
How to tie an infinity handfasting knot during your wedding ceremony! Follow these ten easy illustrated steps. Simple diagram with handfasting cord for a uni...
Community Articles
445 DAYS AGO | 2.27.2023
The Anonymous Officiant: And Then The Fire Broke Out…
The Anonymous Officiant #1 : This candle-lit wedding ceremony took an unexpected turn when a bridesmaid’s dress burst into flames. Read the full story and ho...
450 DAYS AGO | 2.22.2023
Two Texas Officiants Make a Splash with Underwater Weddings
AMM-ordained officiants Nicki and Brandon Storm offer inclusive and personalized underwater wedding ceremonies in San Antonio, Texas, as well as scuba certif...
452 DAYS AGO | 2.20.2023
Casting Call: Aspiring Actors Make Great Wedding Officiants
Casting call: Actors wanted for an exciting new role... Wedding Officiant! Learn how to use your skills as an actor to marry people and become a talented off...