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News Articles
74 DAYS AGO | 7.1.2024
New Virginia Marriage Equality Law Goes Into Effect Today
New Virginia marriage law protects same-sex, LGBTQ+, and interracial couples. See how the change impacts AMM Ministers and wedding officiants in Virginia.
87 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2024
What to Expect at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding…
Our predictions for a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding ceremony: Rumors are swirling about a summer wedding in Rhode Island, but is the celebrity power ...
94 DAYS AGO | 6.11.2024
Delaware Might Simplify Marriage Process for Parolees
Learn about proposed changes to Delaware state marriage laws which determine how people on parole or probation apply for a marriage license. A substitute Sen...
Ceremony Planning Articles
35 DAYS AGO | 8.9.2024
6 Pieces of Unconventional Wedding Advice for Modern Couples
Unconventional wedding ideas for nontraditional couples. Take this advice for a unique, one-of-a-kind, alternative wedding ceremony that suits you!
36 DAYS AGO | 8.8.2024
A Road Trip Wedding is a Destination Wedding on the GO!
How to plan a road trip wedding for a destination wedding, adventure elopement, and honeymoon in one. If your looking for fun eloping ideas, this is it!
38 DAYS AGO | 8.6.2024
Can Your Pet Be a Wedding Witness? Not Exactly…
Ask AMM: Can a dog's paw print be considered a witness signature? Can a pet be a witness on a marriage license? Get info on legal wedding witness requirements!
Religion and Rituals Articles
154 DAYS AGO | 4.12.2024
Satanic Kidnapping and the Mysterious Origin of Bridesmaids
Why do bridesmaids have to wear ugly over-the-top dresses, and where did this wedding tradition originate? Learn about the mysterious history of the bridesma...
157 DAYS AGO | 4.9.2024
Sweet Non-Denominational Quinceañera Ceremony Script (for Officiants & Celebr...
Use this non-denominational quinceanera ceremony outline and script to create a personal, meaningful 15th birthday celebration. Suggestions on what to say fo...
225 DAYS AGO | 2.1.2024
5 Jewish Wedding Traditions & What to Expect, for Couples, Officiants, & Guests
Learn about 5 Jewish wedding traditions that are commonly included in traditional, modern, and interfaith Jewish weddings – from ketubah signing, to the mean...
Community Articles
162 DAYS AGO | 4.4.2024
Spring 2024 Most Popular Wedding Ceremony Scripts of the Season
The most popular wedding ceremony scripts of the 2024 Spring wedding season! Short, simple, funny, and slightly-spiritual, these are the trends to watch. Wit...
170 DAYS AGO | 3.27.2024
What Wedding Planners Wish Wedding Officiants Knew…
5 ways for new and first-time wedding officiants to work best with the wedding planner, including tips on communication, collaboration and who runs the rehea...
172 DAYS AGO | 3.25.2024
You’ll NEVER Guess What’s in These Officiants’ Emergency Kits
A few surprising items you’ll find in a wedding officiant emergency kit, for officiants who perform ceremonies in unique and unusual locations.