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The beginning of the end of marriage equality in Tennessee? A closer look at HB 878

1197 DAYS AGO | 3.9.2023

The beginning of the end of marriage equality in Tennessee? A closer look at ...

Learn what HB878 might mean for the future of marriage equality in Tennessee. The bill, which recently passed the House, would allow a person to refuse to so...

This Pirate Themed Wedding Ceremony Script Will Have You Saying ‘Aye!’ to Love

1200 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2023

This Pirate Themed Wedding Ceremony Script Will Have You Saying ‘Aye!’ to Love

Ahoy, mateys! This unique pirate wedding script is fun from bow to stern, and from the officiant’s welcome speech to the pronouncement and first kiss. Filled...

Will Vermont lawmakers ban child marriage in 2023? New bill passed in House, heads to Senate

1203 DAYS AGO | 3.3.2023

Will Vermont lawmakers ban child marriage in 2023? New bill passed in House, ...

Vermont House Bill 148, titled 'An Act to Ban Child Marriage,' was passed by House on March 2nd and now heads to the Senate. The bill, which would raise the ...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Illustration by Jessica Levey of sage bundles, herbs, a handfasting cord, lavender, and more for a witchy wedding Pagan wedding

1141 DAYS AGO | 5.4.2023

Magical Herbs for Your Wedding Ceremony, Handfasting, or Vow Renewal

Add a dash of magic to your marriage ceremony, handfasting, or vow renewal with this simple introduction to common herbs and botanicals. Believed by many to ...

What to Write in a Wedding Card (Based on How Well You Know the Couple)

1142 DAYS AGO | 5.3.2023

What to Write in a Wedding Card (Based on How Well You Know the Couple)

Not sure what to say in a wedding card? Here are a few of our favorite ideas for wedding card wishes, including suggestions for wedding officiants! With simp...

Who Holds the Rings in a Wedding Ceremony? (And When Do They Hand Them Over?)

1144 DAYS AGO | 5.1.2023

Who Holds the Rings in a Wedding Ceremony? (And When Do They Hand Them Over?)

Who holds onto the wedding rings during a marriage ceremony? Here's what to consider, and our advice how to choose a ring holder and ring bearer for your wed...

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Religion and Rituals Articles

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AMM Backs #StopHateForProfit Campaign, Will Suspend Facebook Advertising

2183 DAYS AGO | 6.26.2020

AMM Backs #StopHateForProfit Campaign, Will Suspend Facebook Advertising

American Marriage Ministries will back the #StopHateForProfit campaign by boycotting Facebook ads and suspending all advertising campaigns on Facebook and In...

Newly ordained AMM Ministers pose with ceremonial certificates at the in person ordination event by American Marriage Ministries in Nashville TN

2184 DAYS AGO | 6.25.2020

AMM’s In-person Ordination Tour in Tennessee: A Look Back – and Forward

We reflect on the powerful experience of going to Tennessee one year ago to offer ministers in-person ordination ahead of the state's anti-online ordination ...

The Importance of Researching Where to Get Ordained Online

2192 DAYS AGO | 6.17.2020

The Importance of Researching Where to Get Ordained Online

It’s important to put thought & effort into your online ordination; that’s why we believe American Marriage Ministries is the best place to get ordained online

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