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New Script! Fall Wedding Ceremony with Reading from “Harvest Moon”

1178 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2022

New Script! Fall Wedding Ceremony with Reading from “Harvest Moon”

This new fall wedding ceremony script captures the colors, romance, and joyful spirit of the autumn season, with a warm welcome to guests, moment of mindfuln...

AMM’s Going to Wedding MBA 2022 - See You There!

1180 DAYS AGO | 9.14.2022

AMM’s Going to Wedding MBA 2022 - See You There!

We’ll see you at Wedding MBA 2022! The team from American Marriage Ministries is attending this year’s November Wedding Pro Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada,...

New Script! Jumping the Broom Wedding Ritual & Ceremony Script

1201 DAYS AGO | 8.24.2022

New Script! Jumping the Broom Wedding Ritual & Ceremony Script

This original wedding ceremony script the popular African American wedding tradition of ‘jumping the broom’, a traditional exchange of wedding vows and rings...

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Ceremony Planning Articles

Bride and groom smile and pose for the camera with their hands held out to show off their wedding rings

1083 DAYS AGO | 12.20.2022

New Script! 'Opposites Attract' Theme Wedding Ceremony Script

We've added a fun new officiant script to AMM's free wedding ceremony scripts library! This script celebrates when 'opposites attract' in love and marriage, ...

A Simple Wedding Planning Checklist & Timeline for Busy Couples

1084 DAYS AGO | 12.19.2022

A Simple Wedding Planning Checklist & Timeline for Busy Couples

This simple wedding planning checklist and timeline will help you plan an unforgettable celebration, with a focus on the most important part of the day: the ...

Bride and groom stand at the altar with a wedding officiant while friends and family watch. Small wedding ceremony

1087 DAYS AGO | 12.16.2022

How Much Does a Wedding Officiant Cost? (& Should You Tip Them?)

How much does an officiant cost? Learn common rates and fees for different types of officiants and services, including local clergy and professional wedding ...

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Religion and Rituals Articles

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Community Articles

“A Life’s Dream...” Ministers Explain Why They Got Ordained With AMM

2293 DAYS AGO | 8.28.2019

“A Life’s Dream...” Ministers Explain Why They Got Ordained With AMM

AMM Ministers share why the got ordained online and how solemnizing weddings has changed their lives.

An old timey illustration of 'Uncle Sam' wearing a blue suit and a white top hat pointing toward the viewer, as if to say, "I want you to... Get ordained online!"

2296 DAYS AGO | 8.25.2019

America Needs You to Get Ordained Online!

Get ordained online with AMM to serve your community & practice your faith on your own terms. Become an ordained minister & learn about officiating a wedding!

Putting Yourself Out There, Pt. 2: How to Build Your Portfolio and Gain Exposure as an Officiant

2299 DAYS AGO | 8.22.2019

Putting Yourself Out There, Pt. 2: How to Build Your Portfolio and Gain Expos...

How to network, give and get referrals, build relationships, and promote yourself as a wedding officiant

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