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408 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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411 DAYS AGO | 5.2.2025

How Will Tariffs Impact the Wedding Industry for Vendors & Couples?

A closer look at how new & increased tariffs might affect wedding vendors and couples planning a wedding, plus how to avoid higher costs in creative ways.

Composite image from Eric Curtis's Facebook post, afterparty and wedding script photos

414 DAYS AGO | 4.29.2025

Would You Officiate This Metalhead Wedding in a Mosh Pit?

Check out this metal-themed wedding at a Cannibal Corpse concert in Pittsburgh, including the custom wedding officiant script with Unleashing the Bloodthirst...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Close up of a cute love bird cake topper for a bird themed wedding

503 DAYS AGO | 1.30.2025

Wings of Love: Whimsical Bird Themed Wedding Ideas

Hey, love birds! Plan a sweet bird themed wedding with these 10 ideas, from vintage birdcages to a birdwatcher wedding party, an owl ring bearer & more.

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

505 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

509 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

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Religion and Rituals Articles

Illustration: new parents hold their baby lovingly

1708 DAYS AGO | 10.13.2021

Wiccaning Ceremony - A Guide to Welcoming a New Witch

A ‘wiccaning’ is the deeply joyful ritual celebration of welcoming a new Pagan into a spiritual community, with a promise and blessing to protect them agains...

Norse runes are scattered on a wooden table next to a carved bone sheath and an antler. These runes can be used in wedding decor and on a Pagan altar, and are carved into white stone or bone in delicate patterns

1710 DAYS AGO | 10.11.2021

Norse Runes for Wedding Altars, Rings, and Invitations - The Full Elder Futha...

The ancient magic of Norse runes is used in Viking weddings and other Pagan weddings and handfastings as blessing and protection. Add these runes from the El...

A couple dressed in traditional clothing stand together after their Viking wedding ceremony, embracing and smiling

1714 DAYS AGO | 10.7.2021

Viking Weddings: Magic, Swords, Runes, Ritual Sacrifice, and More

Viking wedding traditions to include in your marriage ceremony: wedding swords, blot ritual, Norse runes, spell casting, handfasting, cleansing, what to wear...

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Community Articles

Adam Sank on Officiating Funny Weddings, Marriage Equality, & Nudity at the Altar

1028 DAYS AGO | 8.24.2023

Adam Sank on Officiating Funny Weddings, Marriage Equality, & Nudity at the A...

Comedian and licensed NYC wedding officiant Adam Sank brings heartwarming humor to the altar with comedy themed weddings: Adam talks about how to write a fun...

The Anonymous Officiant: TOP SECRET Superstar Wedding Ceremony

1048 DAYS AGO | 8.4.2023

The Anonymous Officiant: TOP SECRET Superstar Wedding Ceremony

This secret celebrity wedding ceremony was a total surprise, but after the wedding officiant caught their breath it was an instant hit! Get the full story in...

Meet the Speakers for AMM’s Officiant Accelerator: Phoenix / Tempe Seminar

1050 DAYS AGO | 8.2.2023

Meet the Speakers for AMM’s Officiant Accelerator: Phoenix / Tempe Seminar

American Marriage Ministries is headed to to Phoenix, Arizona, for a day of wedding officiant focused education, conversation, and networking! This Officiant...

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