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Alternative Wedding Ceremony Ideas & Examples

We’ve got SO much wedding ceremony advice like how to officiate a wedding, tons of wedding ceremony readings, a bazillion wedding ceremony scripts, and even wedding vow examples! We’ve also got info about handfasting and other unity ceremonies. You’ll want to start here: Wedding Ceremony 101.

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Tales from behind the altar: The many roles of a wedding officiant

I am an officiant in the state of Georgia. Recently a bride asked me, “What do you do when you arrive at the venue?” and I had a time explaining it. So, this piece is about what a minister/officiant does before, during and after a ceremony. I thought perhaps this might help couples understand how it works from my perspective.

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The #1 photographer tip for short wedding ceremonies

Now, when I told our photographer that our event probably wouldn’t have much traditional stuff, and the wedding ceremony would be pretty short, his biggest tip?…

Black Bride and Groom pose together on their wedding day. The groom is kissing the bride on the cheek as she smiles and holds her bouquet in the air.

42 romantic quotes to make your toes curl

You’ve seen our list of 52 incredibly romantic and not (too) cheesy love quotes, right? Well, I’m here to give you Part Two, with 42 more quotes to make your toes curl in the best possible ways.

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Non-traditional, non-religious, NON-BORING officiant wedding script

We twisted some traditions and added our own flair (champagne toast! unity box full of letters! serenade!) to create a beautiful ceremony that I am happy to share with others.