Research from Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) suggests that many churchgoers are in the closet regarding their support for marriage equality. Being a supporter of this and the LGBT community in general might not seem like a very big deal to some, but to others it can mean the difference between being an outcast and […]

America’s Alternative Religions While it is no surprise that Christianity is America’s leading religion in all 50 states, the alternative religions that are the second most popular faiths still offer some surprising glimpses into the country from a different perspective. According to the findings of a recent study, all of the western U.S. would be […]

Become an Officiant for Ceremonies Have you always wanted to become an officiant at weddings, baptisms, and/or funerals? You are not alone. These ceremonies are highly meaningful milestones in people’s lives, and being the overseer at these rites of passage can be an honor and privilege. If your dream is to be able to join […]

Marriage Ceremony Words Say a Lot When a couple of lovebirds decide to join their lives in holy matrimony, they will usually do so in a special wedding ritual that includes exchanging vows. Choosing the perfect marriage ceremony words to express commitment to each other is a huge deal. Couples are all different, so their […]

Officiating at a wedding ceremony is a high honor that will require some preparation to ensure everything is conducted in a legal and memorable manner. Today, many couples are choosing to personalize their wedding by having a close friend or family member serve as the ordained minister for their ceremony. While it is easy to […]

When Tuxedo Wearing Men Don Bridal Gowns Instead, Ru Paul is in Charge One of the latest reality shows to hit the air, “ Ru Paul’s Drag Race” has shed some light on a common component of society: heterosexual weddings. Focused on finding the next great drag queen, Episode 10 of Season 6 paired up […]

If you would like to get ordained in order to perform a wedding ceremony, you may be wondering what the official Universal Life Church (ULC) position is concerning same-sex marriage. Although it is important to point out that no minister in the ULC is forced to participate in a wedding ceremony or perform a wedding […]

Modern Family’s Mitch and Cam Tie The Knot In one of the most politically relevant finales in history, Modern Family’s Mitch and Cam finally got married. Rounding out the show’s sixth successful season on television, this has been a much-anticipated episode to solidify the couple’s long-standing relationship in front of their family and friends. While […]

An Egyptian papyrus fragment earned much attention when it was made public in September 2012 by a professor at Harvard University. The contents of the ancient fragment includes the words “Jesus said to them, ‘My Wife’” and then on the following line, “she is able to be my disciple”. It was sent out to MIT […]

The Basics of How to Perform a Wedding Ceremony If someone has been considering becoming a minister so he/she can perform a wedding ceremony, they should know that the process is actually quite simple. We help individuals all over the country to obtain a minister’s license so that they can join in marriage any couple […]