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WA Restaurant Faces Backlash for Refusing to Cater Same-Sex Wedding

November 8th, 2024

A Washington restaurant is facing backlash after refusing to cater a same-sex wedding. The restaurant owners say they're following their faith, but the couple and their family say they may pursue legal action.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 153 Comments

7 Things to Consider When Planning a Nude Wedding

September 14th, 2023

Nudists and naturists may want to take their clothing optional philosophy into their wedding day. While exciting and liberating, nudist weddings come with additional considerations; here's your guide on nudist weddings.

Weddings 35 Comments

How to Get Married Online In Utah

April 21st, 2023

Did you know that Utah County in Utah has a one-of-a-kind tool which allows couples from all over the world to get legally married online regardless of borders? Here's how to use this wonderful tool.

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What the Hell Is Happening in Tennessee?

March 9th, 2023

Tennessee legislators have passed HB 878, a controversial new bill that would allow ministers and government officials to decline to perform any weddings they deem “objectionable” based on their religious beliefs.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 85 Comments

How Officiating Weddings Can Become a Meaningful Part-Time Job

December 15th, 2022

Performing weddings provides a front seat to true love while padding your bank account at the same time. One ULC minister shares the story of how she started officiating and what the role means to her.

ULC Minister Training & Education 11 Comments

Another Christian Baker Who Refused to Bake Same-Sex Wedding Cake Wins in Court

October 28th, 2022

A Christian wedding vendor is taking a victory lap after winning a court case brought by a same-sex couple who alleged that she discriminated against them when she refused to bake a cake for their wedding.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 160 Comments

Fall Wedding Trends That Let You Personalize Your Wedding

October 10th, 2022

Having your wedding in fall allows you to take advantage of plenty of great autumn wedding trends, from delicious seasonal desserts to beautiful autumnal backdrops.

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Judge Rules Christian Photographer Can Legally Refuse LGBTQ Weddings

September 6th, 2022

A Christian wedding photographer in Kentucky just scored a legal win. A judge ruled that she can't be compelled to photograph same-sex weddings, because it goes against her religious beliefs.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 166 Comments

How To Have a Beautiful Fall Wedding

September 3rd, 2022

There are many reasons to have a fall wedding, from cozy weather to great food to harvest-inspired wedding themes. Here's what you need to know about how to have a beautiful autumn wedding.

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Britney Spears Enlists Wedding Officiant Ordained Online After Catholic Church Turned Her Away

August 8th, 2022

Britney Spears married her longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari last month in a ceremony at her home officiated by a minister ordained online, after she was allegedly turned away by a Catholic Church in Santa Monica.

ULC Minister Training & Education 38 Comments

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