Handfasting Ceremony FAQs
When officiating a wedding, the couple may ask you to join them together in a handfasting ceremony. If you're not sure what to do or say, fear not! We've assembled this handfasting FAQ to answer all your questions.
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A Rundown of the Standard Secular Wedding Script
Secular weddings are increasingly popular, but what does a secular wedding actually look like? Here are some quick tips on writing the perfect secular wedding script so that the ceremony matches your personality.
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A Quick Guide to Virtual Marriages
As COVID-19 squashed plans for many in-person weddings during 2020, many couples tried a virtual marriage instead. Looking to the future, 'Zoom weddings' are legal in many states now, and here to stay.
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Little Touches To Personalize Your Big Day
Many couples want to make their weddings feel really unique. And while budget restrictions may prevent you from customizing every single element, there are plenty you can add a beautiful personal touch to.
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Hosting a DIY Baby Shower Without Losing Your Mind
Putting together a DIY baby shower isn't as difficult as you might think. From decorations to the food, there are simple and sensible ways to cut costs and deliver a beautiful baby shower on a slim budget.
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Should You Make the Garter Toss a Part of Your Wedding?
Some couples aren't sure if they want to include the garter toss in their wedding ceremony. To help you make your garter decision, here's some historical context on the popular tradition, as well as fun alternatives.
Category: Wedding Planning Ceremonies
Understanding the Minimony Trend and Whether It’s Right for You
With COVID going on and most weddings getting canceled, some are turning to 'minimonies' in place of a wedding this summer. A minimony is a symbolic placeholder for your wedding, a stripped-down wedding experience.
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4 Ways To Annoy Couples at Their Weddings
As a wedding guest, you're part of the wedding, even if you're not standing up at the altar as a bridesmaid or groomsman. It's important to act respectfully and avoid these common wedding guest blunders.
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Learning and Doing: Preparing for B’nai Mitzvah
For Jewish youth coming of age, their b'nai mitzvah is likely the culmination of months of preparation and anticipation. Here's how to help your loved one prepare for an unforgettable coming of age ceremony.
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Blessing of the Animals: Lasting Legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi
October 4th is the feast day Saint Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis is known for the blessing of the animals and his belief that animals should be our equals and that we are cosmically linked to all creatures.
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