There are only a couple of things that a wedding officiant must include during a civil marriage ceremony for the service to be legal…
One of those things is called the ‘Declaration of Intent.’
This ‘declaration’ is when the couple formally ‘declares’ their intention to marry in front of their officiant and witnesses, hence the …
Thinking of going somewhere a little more sunny, or snowy, or green to tie the knot? Here’s what you need to know:
If you’re dreaming of a destination wedding somewhere in the U.S., there’s one very important thing you should know…
You must apply for your marriage license in the state or county where you plan to get married.
That’s …
A unity candle lighting ceremony makes even a simple and inexpensive wedding feel special.
Even better, it’s easy for a wedding officiant to guide a couple through this straightforward ritual, even if it’s their first time officiating a wedding. Still at that stage of the process. Learn how to become a wedding officiant by getting ordained online by American Marriage …
Don’t stress about writing your wedding ceremony, here’s an easy way to crush it on the big day!
You’ve been looking for a wedding ceremony script that’s impossible to mess up, right?
Something simple, sweet, heartfelt, and easy to read?
A script that won’t trip you up with big words or complicated readings on the day of the wedding?
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Have you ever attended a wedding, and felt the joy of playing a role in it? Being a part of someone’s big day is a great honor, and being asked to officiate it is a wonderful request, but preparing to perform this duty is vital. So, you might be wondering if you are required to be an ordained minister in …
Planning a wedding in Texas is such an exciting event because it is a great place for a beautiful marriage celebration. Nowadays, many couples in Texas prefer to have a close family member or friend to perform their weddings; this can make your day even more special and intimate. Increasingly, people who aren’t affiliated with any religious organization or those …
You must have heard the word ordination countless times since your closest family member or friend asked you to officiate their wedding. But what exactly does it mean?
Through the years, the meaning of ordination remains the same despite how the process has evolved, from ancient times up to the modern day: it means to turn someone into an ordained …
If you’re a couple who is planning to have a wedding in Florida, or you’re one of the lucky ones assigned to be an officiant, then this guide is for you.
A wedding requires a lot of preparation, starting from the wedding attire up to the venue. A lot of factors should be taken into consideration to ensure that everything …
Music is a gift, and it’s an essential part of a wedding. It releases feel-good hormones in the brain, which makes people happy. It has a lasting effect that is perhaps the element that guests will remember the most. But not every kind of musical style or song fits this type of occasion. That’s why you should be careful in …
If you want to incorporate wisdom, humor, and a sense of intimacy on your big day, you should think about wedding readings. When you choose the right literature, you can set the atmosphere during your ceremony. Whether you want to lighten the mood or establish reverence, readings will get the job done. Need inspiration? Take a look at these seven …