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We Ordain Women & Always Will - Why AMM Is Right For You

American Marriage Ministries supports women’s ordination! Learn why some people believe women can’t be pastors, plus a list of ...

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Newlweds pose with a happy smile outside in wedding attire and leather jackets, holding a small sign that says 'Just Eloped!'

88 DAYS AGO | 7.10.2024

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

89 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.

90 DAYS AGO | 7.8.2024

How Much Does it Cost to Get Ordained Online in New York to Officiate a Wedding?
AMM’s 2024 Officiant Yearbook! The American Weddings Blog Year in Review

94 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.

96 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

97 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

100 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.

101 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.

102 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

103 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

104 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

108 DAYS AGO | 6.20.2024

The Ultimate Wedding Emergency Kit Checklist: 45 Essential Items
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The Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware

117 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...

Wedding Celebrant Thalia Arenas stands next to her booth at Fresno Rainbow Pride Festival in 2023. The booth has a bright pink roof. Thalia poses in a black summer dress with a smile.

128 DAYS AGO | 5.31.2024

The First Wedding at Fresno Pride is Sponsored by AMM Minister Thalia Arenas!

Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival will host its first ever public wedding this Saturday on the Main Stage, and the historic ceremony is sponsored by A...

La celebrante de bodas Thalia Arenas se encuentra junto a su stand en el Fresno Rainbow Pride Festival en 2023. El stand tiene un techo de color rosa brillante. Thalía posa con un vestido negro de verano y una sonrisa. 2024

128 DAYS AGO | 5.31.2024

¡La Primera Boda en Fresno Pride es Patrocinada Por Ministra Thalia Arenas de...

Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival organizará su primera boda pública este sábado en el escenario principal, y la ceremonia histórica está patrocinada ...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Newlyweds pose happily outside of their camper van on a road trip wedding. The sun is setting and the light is golden and orange. The groom holds the bride in his arms.

59 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!

Close up shows groom and bride holding hands outdoors at the wedding ceremony, posing with their dog

61 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!

Two brides laugh together and sip pomegranate cocktail on their wedding day after a Pagan wedding in the garden

73 DAYS AGO | 7.25.2024

Wedding Ideas to Honor Hera Goddess of Marriage

Plan a pagan wedding ceremony that honors Hera Goddess of Marriage and receive Hera’s blessing! 5 Pagan wedding ideas and traditions for the marriage rite.

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Religion and Rituals Articles

Inviting Death Home: Home Funeral Guide Sara Williams on Reconnecting with Death and Dying

388 DAYS AGO | 9.14.2023

Inviting Death Home: Home Funeral Guide Sara Williams on Reconnecting with De...

AMM interviews Celebrant Sara Williams to learn what a home funeral guide does, how Death Cafes change the conversation around death and dying, the role of a...

What Wedding Officiants Need to Know About Name Changes, Wedding Customs, and Patriarchy

422 DAYS AGO | 8.11.2023

What Wedding Officiants Need to Know About Name Changes, Wedding Customs, and...

Learn why so many women in the U.S. change their last name when they marry, how patriarchy and legal restrictions shaped this interesting wedding custom, and...

Unity Ceremony Ideas for a Pantheist Wedding Ceremony

451 DAYS AGO | 7.13.2023

Unity Ceremony Ideas for a Pantheist Wedding Ceremony

Pantheist wedding ceremonies celebrate love, spiritual connection, the joy of living, and the divine universe. These unity ceremony ideas are the blend of na...

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Community Articles

Officiant Accelerator promotional image, shows a photo of downtown Houston, Texas, with the event branding and title overlaid

220 DAYS AGO | 2.29.2024

Officiant Accelerator is in Houston on May 15th! Meet our Expert Speakers...

Calling all Texas wedding officiants! American Marriage Ministries is headed to Houston for a day of officiant-focused education, conversation, and networkin...

Photo of a wedding ceremony guide book with flowers surrounding it

241 DAYS AGO | 2.8.2024

Introducing AMM’s Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies!

For wedding officiants and couples, AMM presents an exciting collection of wedding vow and ceremony script examples! This detailed book includes examples for...

Promotional graphic for the Washington, DC wedding officiant training and networking seminar, Officiant Accelerator, shows the city from an aerial view with the text across it

242 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2024

Officiant Accelerator is in DC on March 13th! Meet the Speakers for This Exci...

Attention Wedding Officiants in the DMV: Meet the speakers for our March 13th, 2024 officiant training and networking seminar! This fun one-day event feature...

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