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Asked to Officiate a Wedding?
Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.
News Articles
125 DAYS AGO | 2.12.2026
Surprising & Scandalous Presidential Weddings Through History
Take a look at some of the most surprising presidential weddings in history. Some scandalous, some sweet, from our founding fathers to modern presidents.
131 DAYS AGO | 2.6.2026
2026’s Most Reliable Wedding Venues: Why Experts Love These Local Favorites
Start planning with this list of pro-approved reliable wedding venues for 2026! Recommended by wedding officiants & vendors, these top-rated venues are trust...
145 DAYS AGO | 1.23.2026
Will New Limits Be Placed on Utah’s Online Marriage Ceremonies in 2026?
Will new limits be placed on Utah's online marriage ceremonies in 2026, potentially ending most fully-virtual weddings? Learn how upcoming legislation could ...
Ceremony Planning Articles
93 DAYS AGO | 3.16.2026
12 Wedding Day Mantras for Worriers & People Pleasers
12 quotes & mantras for your wedding day! Advice for worries and people pleasers for a joyful celebration that centers your love.
117 DAYS AGO | 2.20.2026
Celebrate a Traditional “Honey Moon” with a Month of Mead and Romance
Celebrate your honeymoon the traditional way with nightly honey mead, intimate moments, and tips to keep the sparks flying all month long. This Pagan wedding...
127 DAYS AGO | 2.10.2026
This Ice Cream Shop Wedding Has Us Over the Mooo-n!
A sweet idea for a budget friendly wedding? Get married at your local ice cream shop with inspiration from this Gen Z couple's Cow Cafe wedding! Plus a close...
Religion and Rituals Articles
398 DAYS AGO | 5.15.2025
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!
439 DAYS AGO | 4.4.2025
How to Get Rid of Ghosts & Ward Off Evil Spirits at Weddings
How do you get rid of a ghost on the wedding day? From spitting to ward off evil spirits to wedding veils and ringing bells, here are 5 rituals to keep other...
470 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2025
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!
Community Articles
397 DAYS AGO | 5.16.2025
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 fo...
406 DAYS AGO | 5.7.2025
Online Ordination for Modern Buddhist Wedding Officiants
American Marriage Ministries provides reputable, free, non denominational ordination online to people of all faiths, making it a good choice for Buddhist wed...
413 DAYS AGO | 4.30.2025
This TDCJ Wedding Officiant Helps Couples Choose Love Behind Bars
We spoke with TDCJ wedding officiant Yomayra Ramirez about helping couples through the process of a prison wedding, from paperwork to personal wedding vows.