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Illinois Lawmakers Want to Expand ‘Self Uniting’ Marriage Laws

Learn about potential updates to Illinois self uniting marriage laws which would expand the option to more couples, proposed by IL HB3049 2025.

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New Officiant Script! A Second Marriage Wedding Ceremony Script

This simple wedding script for a second marriage is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from a heartfelt invocation to personal wedding vows.

El novio lee sus votos matrimoniales a la novia durante una ceremonia de boda en la playa mientras el oficiante de la boda está cerca.

Añada Estas Dulces Promesas a sus Votos Matrimoniales

Ejemplos de promesas de boda para agregar a sus votos matrimoniales escritos para una ceremonia de matrimonio personalizada y significativa. ¡Mezcle y combine sus ejemplos de votos favoritos!

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3 Tips for Writing a Second Marriage Wedding Script

Read our top 3 writing tips to create a unique wedding ceremony script for second marriages, from making new wedding traditions to honoring a blended family.

Minister Tiji Murphy-Santiago, Rev. T, marries a couple during an outdoor wedding ceremony

This South Carolina Minister is Marrying LGBTQ+ Couples for Free

Meet Rev. T of ‘Weddings w/TMS’, an inclusive wedding officiant & minister in Lexington, South Carolina, near Columbia. She’s marrying LGBTQ+ couples for free!

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New Wedding Script! A Low-Key Wiccan Wedding Ceremony

This low-key Wiccan wedding ceremony script is the latest addition to our library! See what makes it special, from candle lighting to handfasting ritual.

Los novios se toman de la mano frente a las puertas abiertas de una iglesia después de la ceremonia de la boda.

5 Ejemplos significativos de votos matrimoniales cristianos

5 ejemplos de votos matrimoniales para una ceremonia de boda cristiana, con ejemplos de votos matrimoniales modernos y tradicionales. ¡Úselos como inspiración para escribir sus propios votos!

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6 Wedding Tips from the Celtic Goddess Brigid

Plan a fun & blessed Pagan wedding ceremony with 6 tips from Celtic Goddess Brigid! Click to read about magic, marriage, DIY wedding ideas & more

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Wedding Guests Are Tired of Footing the Bill, But Couples Can’t Afford it Either

Is the cost of attending a wedding going up? This wedding trend might be to blame! Click now to read why going to a wedding can get expensive for guests.

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Getting Married in a Church But not Religious? It’s a Trend!

Everything you need to know about church weddings for nonreligious & secular couples, plus why & how to get married in a church where you aren’t a member.

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Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life

Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just need a laugh.

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5 Artículos Esenciales para Tener en su Bolso de Mano el Día de Su Boda

¡Qué llevar en el bolso de mano o cartera de boda el gran día! Haga clic ahora para ver nuestra lista de artículos imprescindibles!

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News Articles

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How AI Could Devalue the Work of Wedding Officiants

AI wedding speech generators could lead to fewer clients & lower rates for wedding officiants. Click to read why AI might be a bad bargain in the long run for professionals.

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Can the Pope Get Married? It Wouldn’t Be the First Time...

Can popes be married? Take a closer look at the history of married popes, how clerical celibacy traditions in the Catholic Church have changed, and more!

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Can Ministers Park Anywhere? Mark Consuelos Says So, But…

What to know about using a clergy parking permit, including where you can park and when, how to get one, & if ministers park for free! Click now to get the inside scoop on minister parking permits & privileges.

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Los novios se toman de la mano frente a las puertas abiertas de una iglesia después de la ceremonia de la boda.

5 Ejemplos significativos de votos matrimoniales cristianos

5 ejemplos de votos matrimoniales para una ceremonia de boda cristiana, con ejemplos de votos matrimoniales modernos y tradicionales. ¡Úselos como inspiración para escribir sus propios votos!

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Marriage Advice From 5 Ancient Gods & Goddesses

Fun marriage advice & wedding tips from the ancient Gods & Goddesses of Marriage, from Isis to Hera, Hathor, and more!

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All About Unity Sand Colors: Meaning & Magic on the Wedding Day

Discover the symbolism of the Unity Sand Ceremony! Learn about unity sand colors & meaning to bring magic to the wedding day

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Religion and Rituals Articles

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

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 wedding altars, handfasting instructions, Wiccan rituals, and more.

Italian Wedding Traditions - From Warding Off the Evil Eye at Your Ceremony to Dancing La Tarantella

Italian Wedding Traditions - From Warding Off the Evil Eye at Your Ceremony to Dancing La Tarantella

Include one of these 14 Italian wedding traditions and superstitions in your marriage ceremony or reception! From warding off the evil eye and other superstitions, to choosing flowers for the procession, the order of the recession, tossing the garter, and what to look forward to at the reception - for wedding officiants and couples planning an Italian American celebration.

Historic Groome Church splits from UMC over LGBTQ marriage and ordination

Historic Groome Church splits from UMC over LGBTQ marriage and ordination

Delaware’s Groome Church leaves United Methodist Church over the denomination’s discrimination toward LGBTQ+ individuals, and UMC’s ban of same-sex marriage and ordination for openly gay church members.

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Community Articles

The Wedding MBA 2023 lineup looks like one of the best yet!

The Wedding MBA 2023 lineup looks like one of the best yet!

Attn wedding vendors: Wedding MBA 2023 is coming soon, and we can't wait to see these expert speakers! American Marriage Ministries will be sponsoring the Wedding Officiant track again this year, sharing exciting news about our Officiant Accelerator events, and learning from expert wedding professionals including Christopher Shelley, Bethel Nathan, Rev. Laura C. Cannon, and more. Who do you hope to see? (November 2023 Las Vegas Convention Center)

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

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

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 funny wedding speech, recent attacks on LGBTQ+ rights and marriage equality, naked weddings, and more.

The Anonymous Officiant: TOP SECRET Superstar Wedding Ceremony

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 this week's The Anonymous Officiant, American Marriage Ministries' behind the scenes look at the wedding industry, featuring real wedding stories submitted by real officiants. (AMM Anon Officiant #11)

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