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Dallas County Opens New Center for Marriage License Applications

1050 DAYS AGO | 12.15.2021

Dallas County Opens New Center for Marriage License Applications

Engaged couples can now apply for a marriage license at Oak Cliff Government Center in Dallas County, Texas. The center is the new home of the Dallas County ...

Wisconsin shortens waiting period for marriage, allows licenses to be used anywhere in state in 2022

1057 DAYS AGO | 12.8.2021

Wisconsin shortens waiting period for marriage, allows licenses to be used an...

Learn about upcoming changes to Wisconsin marriage laws, including changes to the marriage waiting period, residency requirements, and marriage license expir...

Lutheran Commission warns Pastors against officiating without a marriage license

1071 DAYS AGO | 11.24.2021

Lutheran Commission warns Pastors against officiating without a marriage license

Marriage is ‘sacred and secular’ - The Lutheran Commission on Theology and Church Relations asks Pastors to sign marriage laws and respect the legalization o...

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A wedding officiant holds an index card with his wedding speech, and a glass of champagne during a toast following the wedding ceremony. Beside him, a bride and groom watch and smile, while friends and family members look happily at each other

869 DAYS AGO | 6.14.2022

Take this Quiz Before You Ask a Friend to Officiate Your Wedding

Have a friend or relative in mind to ask to officiate your wedding, but not sure if they’re the right choice for your ceremony? This quiz will help you choos...

5 Ways to Celebrate National Loving Day This Year & Every Year

874 DAYS AGO | 6.9.2022

5 Ways to Celebrate National Loving Day This Year & Every Year

Not sure how to celebrate National Loving Day, the holiday celebrating Mildred & Richard Loving, and the Supreme Court ruling in favor of interracial marriag...

Two women embrace on the wedding day, laughing and smiling. On the left is the bride, in a white wedding gown. On the right is her best friend, the wedding officiant asked to officiate, wearing a light pink dress.

875 DAYS AGO | 6.8.2022

5 Great Reasons to Ask a Friend to Officiate Your Wedding

5 reasons why asking a friend or relative to officiate your wedding is the best choice you can make! Friends and family members make excellent wedding offici...

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