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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Why Homosexuality Is Not Like Other Sins

Homosexuality is not the only sin prohibited in the Bible, but it is different from all the rest, at least right now. And we have really good news for homosexuals.

Why Farmed Salmon Is One Of The Most Toxic Things You Can Put In Your Body

Fish has long been touted as a super food from doctors, nutritionists and specialists from around the world. Many people choose not to eat meat or other animal products, but show pride in their presumed health conscious decision to consume fish. But, as with almost everything else that is promoted heavily in the media, there’s […]

15 Unique Wedding Ceremony Ideas

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. Don’t let your ceremony be anything but extraordinary! Today we’re showing you some totally unique

How to make a dramatic entrance for your wedding ceremony.

5 of the most terrific wedding ceremony entrances of all time.

Can Our Dog Participate in the Wedding Ceremony?

Feel free to include Fido in your wedding ceremony, but consider factors such as how your pet reacts to large crowds.

Picture-Perfect Wedding Ceremony Altar Ideas

Whew! I'm somewhat overwhelmed by each one of these masterful wedding ceremony altars. You know, when you really think about it, the construction behind these altars is a true work of art that often goes overlooked. Nonetheless, altars are an important part of the wedding ceremony, as they will be remembered in pictures for years and years to come. Here are a few of my absolute favorites!

How Much Do You Charge to Perform a Wedding Ceremony?

I often receive e-mail or a phone call with this request: “We are interested in your availability and pricing for our wedding ceremony. How much do you charge?” I’m always curio…

Dos and Don'ts For Creating an Extraordinary Wedding Ceremony

One local expert shares how to create a wedding ceremony that is memorable and will put your mind at ease.

6 things brides forget to do after their wedding ceremony

The things you need to do right after your wedding ceremony

Is it Time for Wafels & Dinges to Get a Horse-Drawn Cart?

New Yorkers have been obsessed with street food for longer than you may think.

How to properly dress for a wedding ceremony

The choice of colours and outfits might shift the attention from the bride to you

25 Rustic Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Decorations Ideas

Having an outdoor wedding seems to be the trend these days. So if you are not exchanging your vows in a church, choosing a right wedding ceremony altar is of great importance. It is definitely one of the most important of your wedding decoration.

7 Alternative Wedding Ceremony Ideas to Include Children

Looking for alternative wedding ceremony ideas that include your kids in your wedding? It doesn’t matter if you’ve chosen to marry your partner after having kids or if the two of you are blending your families. There are countless things you can do to incorporate the children, all of which will let them know how essential they are in your family.

Is it OK to Skip Having a Wedding Ceremony?

6 Wedding Ceremony Flower Ideas That Are Totally Unique

Here are some of our favorite ways to incorporate flowers into your ceremony structure!

5 ideas for jaw-dropping wedding ceremony backdrops.

Your wedding photos will look that much cooler with these backdrop ideas.

Everything You Need to Know About Quaker Wedding Ceremonies

Pennsylvania is one of the only states where you can marry yourselves. Here's how to do it.

Do You Really Need Ushers at Your Wedding Ceremony?

You might not know much about wedding ushers, but here's what they'd actually be responsible for at your ceremony.

Wedding Rings: Wear Engagement Ring During Wedding Ceremony?

Should I take my engagement ring off for the wedding ceremony or does my fiance put the wedding band on top of my ring?