Key Takeaways Official Catholic teaching still does not recognize same-sex marriage, but many U.S. Catholics want the church to move in a different direction. Pew Research Center found that Catholic opinion is closely divided on whether the church should recognize the marriages of gay and lesbian couples. That split shows a real gap between official […]

Choosing who takes part in your ceremony should come down to who is showing real support for your relationship, not who feels entitled to a spot. Key Takeaways Family members can make a wedding ceremony feel more personal. But family dynamics can get more complicated when religion, tradition, and LGBTQ identity all come together. Many […]

How do you build one wedding moment that feels true to two different spiritual stories? The right ritual can help your ceremony feel more personal, thoughtful, and fully your own. Key Takeaways If you and your partner come from different faith backgrounds, a unity ceremony can help you include both in your wedding. That can […]

A shared proposal can reflect a relationship built on equality instead of old gender roles. Key Takeaways Many people grow up thinking that a wedding proposal has to follow the same script: One partner plans the moment, and the other says “yes.” That model doesn’t fit every relationship.  In LGBTQ relationships, where traditional gender roles […]

Wedding party titles don’t have to follow tradition. A few simple name changes can help your wedding feel more welcoming and personal.  Key Takeaways Not every couple wants to use traditional wedding terms like “bridesmaids” and “groomsmen.” For many LGBTQ couples, those labels feel too narrow, too gendered, or simply out of step with the […]

You can protect your partner’s privacy while still preparing for your big day if you’re planning a wedding when one partner is still partially in the closet. Key Takeaways Wedding planning can feel more complicated for LGBTQ couples when one partner is out and the other isn’t fully. Family expectations, privacy concerns, and basic wedding […]

Your wedding offers a chance to proclaim your love for your partner in front of all the people who matter to you. While the event is meant to carry emotional significance, it’s also easy to forget this when stressing over the details. If you find yourself overwhelmed by planning, you might benefit from adding a […]

It’s no secret that while wedding ceremonies are about the two people getting married, they’re also about celebrating and solemnizing the union in the presence of the couple’s village of family and friends. Although same-sex couples can legally marry in the United States, many are faced with the challenge of overcoming cultural and religious hurdles […]

Marriage equality became a thing in 2015 with the Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court ruling. This legal precedent opened the door for millions of LGBTQIA+ Americans to marry their chosen partners. But the decision to marry can be more complex for people with disabilities, especially queer, transgender, and intersex individuals. Depending on the circumstances of […]

After tying the knot, you might find the transition into domestic life is more difficult than you’d initially imagined. Most couples experience some growing pains during this shift, so don’t be too hard on yourself when things are awkward or uncomfortable. Still, you should take note of areas where you’re experiencing issues. Addressing these problems […]