True Love Knots

102 American Marriage Ministries With Lewis King

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In this episode of True love Knots, our guest is Lewis King, the executive director of AMM (American Marriage Ministries). AMM is a church and, at the same time, a technology and publishing company, brought Lewis along because of his various experiences that suit their needs, even though he doesn’t have experience in the wedding industry. Lewis began to have an interest in pursuing the wedding industry, and when the opportunity came, he became the organization's executive director. Today, Lewis shares the mission of the AMM and the wonderful benefits it brings to the people.

Standout Quotes:

  • “ Everybody has the right to be married regardless of who they are and to be married by whomever they want.” [Lewis]
  • “The reality is that the world's changing. And for many people, their financial concerns are changing as well. So we need to meet people where they're at.” [Lewis]
  • “Words matter, but it's also your relationship with the couple. You're becoming a platform or  a megaphone for their emotions, commitments, and aspirations.” [lewis]

    • Key Takeaways:

    • American Marriage Ministries is a non-denominational church.
    • They empower their officiants to do powerful communal moments in modern.
    • AMM is a church, and they are not a business organization specifically.
    • AMM sees it as a chance to assist people in spending time doing what they enjoy while meeting their financial obligations.
    • AMM brings something special to the experience that no one else does.
    • 2023 will be a big year for wedding ceremonies.

      • Episode Timeline:

      [00:31] Meet today’s guest “Lewis King,” Executive Director of the American Marriage Ministries 

      [2:42] Lewis’s journey to AMM

      [4:54] What are the Benefits of joining this church? 

      [8:46] Does becoming ordained through AMM automatically check with their county or state?

      [11:51] The current generation's marriages

      [13:12] Great trainers for the business aspect of officiating

      [14:43] Where can you get simple resources for people who want to officiate? 

      [19:42]  The beauty of ceremonies

      [24:26] AMM as a unique industry

      [26:45] 2023 wedding industry 


       Learn more about Lewis King and the American Marriage Ministries at:

      Website: https://theamm.org/ 

      Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-king-859444116 





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