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The Knot Just Acquired Simply Eloped… What Are They Up To?

News that The Knot Worldwide purchased Simply Eloped is making waves in the wedding industry. What does it mean for officiants,...

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Bride and groom dance and play on the beach after their wedding ceremony in Puerto Rico. The groom has lifted the bride up in his arms and is twirling her around, she is laughing and holding out her arms

708 DAYS AGO | 7.9.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in Puerto Rico to Officiate a Wedding?

The wedding officiant and bride embrace and laugh happily on the wedding day.

709 DAYS AGO | 7.8.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in New York to Officiate a Wedding?

713 DAYS AGO | 7.4.2024

AMM’s 2024 Officiant Yearbook! The American Weddings Blog Year in Review

Funny image of a bride holding a chalkboard over her face, with a sad face drawn on it in chalk.

715 DAYS AGO | 7.2.2024

These Couples Regret Their Courthouse Wedding and Here’s Why

Two grooms hug outdoors on the wedding day in Virginia

716 DAYS AGO | 7.1.2024

New Virginia Marriage Equality Law Goes Into Effect Today

Two grooms embrace and smile at each other on the wedding day

719 DAYS AGO | 6.28.2024

Virginia’s Child Marriage Ban in Effect Soon, Plus Protections for Marriage Rights

Newlyweds leave the San Francisco City Hall building in their wedding outfits, joined by their children.

720 DAYS AGO | 6.27.2024

These Couples Loved Their Courthouse Wedding & Here’s Why

Bride and groom newlyweds walk down a city sidewalk carrying a white wedding balloon. They are young and stylish and are wearing sunglasses.

721 DAYS AGO | 6.26.2024

Courthouse Wedding vs Sign and Go Wedding: Comparing the Benefits

Young newlyweds pose playfully at the fair or carnival following their wedding ceremony

722 DAYS AGO | 6.25.2024

Fun Alternatives to a Courthouse Wedding (No Hassle Marriage Ceremony)

Newlyweds smile and pose after their wedding ceremony outdoors with family and friends

723 DAYS AGO | 6.24.2024

How Much Does the Average Wedding Cost?

A bride gets ready for the wedding ceremony with the help of her bridesmaids and mother of the bride

727 DAYS AGO | 6.20.2024

The Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit Checklist: 45 Essential Items

Two photos side by side, Taylor Swift in a red dress and red lipstick, Travis Kelce in a red suit jacket. A red heart has been placed over the center of the image where the photos meet.

729 DAYS AGO | 6.18.2024

What to Expect at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding…

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Young man and woman sit on couch reading reviews of online churches for the best place to get ordained online on a tablet.

581 DAYS AGO | 11.13.2024

Online Ordination: Reviews for American Marriage Ministries

Want to officiate a wedding? Looking for honest American Marriage Ministries reviews? See testimonials from online-ordained ministers on the AMM homepage!

Close up of two brides holding hands on the wedding day, symbolizing same-sex marriage and LGBTQ family

582 DAYS AGO | 11.12.2024

What Wedding Officiants Should Know About Project 2025 & Gay Marriage

What does Project 2025 say about same-sex marriage? Will a second Trump administration eliminate rights for LGBTQ+ couples? What wedding officiants should know!

Gay couple hold hands and smile on the wedding day

586 DAYS AGO | 11.8.2024

Good News! Voters in Three States Pass Marriage Equality Protections

Voters pass amendments to protect marriage equality for LGBTQ+ couples in Hawaii, California, and Colorado. Good news for marriage rights this 2024 election ...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Groom reads his vows to bride during the outdoor wedding ceremony, it's a touching and loving photo

635 DAYS AGO | 9.20.2024

Declaration of Intent vs Vows (When Wedding Wording Counts)

Learn the difference between wedding declaration of intent vs vows, legal requirements you should know, and which comes first in a wedding ceremony!

Bride and groom hold hands in front of open doors at a church following the wedding ceremony

643 DAYS AGO | 9.12.2024

5 Meaningful Examples of Christian Wedding Vows

5 Sample wedding vows for a Christian wedding ceremony, with examples of modern & traditional marriage vows. Use as inspiration for writing your own vows!

Groom reads his wedding vows to the bride during a beach wedding ceremony while the wedding officiant stands nearby

645 DAYS AGO | 9.10.2024

Add These Sweet Promises to Your Wedding Vows

Examples of wedding promises to add to your written wedding vows for a personalized and meaningful marriage ceremony. Mix and match your favorite vow examples!

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