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These Couples Loved Their Courthouse Wedding & Here’s Why

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!

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Courthouse Wedding vs Sign and Go Wedding: Comparing the Benefits

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!

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Fun Alternatives to a Courthouse Wedding (No Hassle Marriage 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!

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

How Much Does the Average Wedding Cost?

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

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The Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit Checklist: 45 Essential Items

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!

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American Marriage Ministries Files Lawsuit Against Tennessee Officials to Protect Religious Freedom

American Marriage Ministries (AMM), a Seattle-based church, has sued officials in Tennessee, challenging the constitutionality of certain provisions of Tennessee law that restrict the rights of AMM ministers to officiate weddings.

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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 couple really getting married? Maybe! In the meantime, here's what we expect to see if Taylor and Travis really do tie the knot.

Ramo de rosas, anillos de boda y un reloj de arena lleno de arena dorada, dispuestos sobre una mesa para el ritual de unidad de la Ceremonia de Arena de la Unidad del Reloj de Arena

Texto Alegre al Corazon Para Su Ceremonia de Reloj de Arena

Lleve una sencilla Ceremonia de Arena para su boda al siguiente nivel con una Ceremonia de la Reloj de Arena (Ritual del Reloj de Arena). Este ejemplo de guión de la ceremonia de la unidad del reloj de arena se puede añadir a cualquier guión completo de la ceremonia de la boda / esquema después de sus votos.

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Where to Get Ordained Online to Perform a Wedding or Funeral in 2024 (Legally!)

Discover the best place to get ordained online to officiate a wedding or funeral, without worrying if it’s a scam! This list of internet churches offer fast, easy, and low-cost options to become an ordained minister online, starting with AMM.

Los jóvenes recién casados ​​caminan del brazo por el pasillo después de la ceremonia de su boda, mientras amigos y familiares arrojan pétalos de flores. Todos están sonriendo y felices. La novia inclina la cabeza hacia atrás mientras ríe, llena de alegría.

¿Cuánto Cuesta Ordenarse en Línea en Nuevo México Para Oficiar una Boda?

Conozca cuánto cuesta convertirse en ministro ordenado en línea en Nuevo México, si pagará más por el registro de ministro para oficiar una boda y cómo se compara el costo de los servicios populares de ordenación en línea, incluyendo la ordenación gratuita a través de American Marriage Ministries.

Bride and groom pose for wedding photos, they both look happy and excited. The bride smiles, holding a bouquet, and the groom raises a beer in celebration.

2024 August Holidays & Themes for Your Wedding Ceremony

Planning an August wedding? If your perfect 2024 wedding date falls on one of these August holidays, let it inspire your wedding theme, decor, and ceremony script! Plus helpful tips, ceremony ideas and advice, wedding ceremony scripts, and officiant features for each fun holiday, from Lammas to Lughnasa, National Lighthouse Day, and more.

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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 Senate bill would remove the requirement for parolees to obtain special permission from a court officer to marry. (SS 2 for SB 4 / 2024 / Sen. Pinkney / House Majority Leader Melissa Minor-Brown)

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Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

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Elope in Front of This Niagara Falls Sign Honoring Gay Marriage

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

New Jersey Legislators Urge Congress Not to Cut Benefits for Disabled Adults Who Marry

Lawmakers in New Jersey urge U.S. Congress members to eliminate ‘marriage penalties’ on federal SSI and SSDI benefits for disabled adults who get married.

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New Kids’ Book About Weddings, Love & Wedding Officiants!

A picture book about weddings & special wedding helpers: the wedding officiant! Explore parts of a wedding & types of officiants with an LGBTQ+ friendly kids’ book

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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

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!

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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

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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Religion and Rituals Articles

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Casting Call: Aspiring Actors Make Great Wedding Officiants

Casting Call: Aspiring Actors Make Great Wedding Officiants

Casting call: Actors wanted for an exciting new role... Wedding Officiant! Learn how to use your skills as an actor to marry people and become a talented officiant, from practicing the wedding ceremony script to helping couples shine on the wedding day. Officiating is a great side job or full time career, and may even become your calling... and it all starts with online ordination with AMM.

Tickets Available! AMM’s Atlanta Wedding Officiant Education & Networking Day

Tickets Available! AMM’s Atlanta Wedding Officiant Education & Networking Day

Join American Marriage Ministries for a day of wedding officiant education and networking on April 12, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia! This live event includes guest speakers with expert advice on how to be an incredible wedding officiant and build a successful business, networking and strategy seminars, and community building for officiants in the greater Atlanta area and beyond. Tickets are available now on Eventbrite.

Want to Start a Wedding Chapel? Advice From Professional Officiants

Want to Start a Wedding Chapel? Advice From Professional Officiants

Want to open your own wedding venue, or start a wedding chapel? 3 professional wedding officiants offer advice on building your brick and mortar business, including how to cover start up costs, choose the perfect location, attract the right couples and clients, handle payments and business taxes, marketing tips, and more! Featuring advice from ordained AMM Officiants Lori Prashker-Thomas, Latrice Roman, and Margaret Hall.

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