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

Learn the cost of legal online ordination to become a Puerto Rico wedding officiant! Compare popular places to get ordained, how to register, and more

Learn the cost of legal online ordination to become a New York State wedding officiant! Compare popular places to get ordained, how to register, and more

Celebrate the AMM Ministers, staff, celebrities, and other rockstars that made this year's American Weddings blog AMAZING! Our 2023-2024 AMM Yearbook Recap

What happens at a courthouse wedding? Nothing good according to these couples! Decide if a civil ceremony is best for you with this real-world advice.

New Virginia marriage law protects same-sex, LGBTQ+, and interracial couples. See how the change impacts AMM Ministers and wedding officiants in Virginia.

Virginia marriage laws effective July 1, 2024 protect constitutional right to marry and ban child marriage by raising legal marriage age in Virginia

The benefits of a courthouse wedding, from couples who married at city hall and have (almost) no regrets. Get the scoop on photos, the dress, cost, and more!

Pros and Cons of a courthouse wedding vs sign and go wedding: Compare average cost, number of guests, location, wording and more for a perfect simple ceremony!

Courthouse wedding ceremonies are convenient but they don’t always feel special. Try one of these affordable wedding alternatives: Fun, easy, small, and personal! ✓ Get creative now!

Ready to plan your dream wedding without breaking the bank? Explore our guide on average wedding costs and savvy budget tips. ✓ Dive in now!

Want to ensure your or your loved one's wedding day goes flawlessly? Master the big day with our ultimate wedding emergency kit guide. ✓ Dive in now!

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

Timeless wedding inspiration from actors' Lana Condor & Anthony De La Torre’s multi-day wedding celebration in Malibu.

Elope in Niagara Falls in front of this sweet sign memorializing the first gay marriage in New York State! (LGBTQ Weddings)

Sample wedding vows for her, with romantic, religious, funny & traditional sample vows to personalize. You’ll love these wedding vow ideas for the bride!

Get married online from any state with this updated advice for 2024 & 2025! Say YES to a virtual wedding with AMM’s tips for getting married online legally.

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

The Anonymous Officiant #2 : This beautiful Florida beach wedding almost didn't happen, when the wedding officiant arrived to find the groom missing... and gone fishing! Read the full story about these fly-fishing lovers in this funny installment of American Marriage Ministries’ new candid column about real weddings and officiants: The Anonymous Officiant.

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 how a special guest saved the day from disaster, in this installment of American Marriage Ministries’ new candid column about real weddings and officiants: The Anonymous Officiant.

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