Be a Minister Blog - Page #7

Will China's Cash Incentive Convince Chinese Couples To Marry Earlier?

China's old one-child policy and delayed marriages led to a declining population. Officials now encourage earlier marriage to boost growth. Couples marrying young receive an incentive but wedding costs still challenge.  

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Can You Get Married Online?

Online weddings, popularized during COVID-19, vary in format. Platforms like Zoom, enable virtual ceremonies or proxy weddings. Universal Life Church offers free online ordination for officiating virtual ceremonies. 

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Does Religion Play a Part in Aging Well? Part 2

Religious practices' impact on longevity is debated. Compassion, humility, and community may be factors for a longer life. Prayer can offset stress and help fFocus on personal well-being for a fulfilling, longer life.

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Six Ways To Prepare for Your Wedding Night

This ULC article offers advice for reducing stress and ensuring an enjoyable wedding night. It emphasizes open communication, setting a relaxed atmosphere, and connecting emotionally and physically with your partner

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Historical Churches in New Hampshire

New Hampshire is rich in history, houses and notable religious sites. The First Parish Church, established in 1632, boasts historic architecture. Along with places like Canterbury Shaker Village and Mount Washington.

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Updating a Traditional Baptism With Pagan Flair

This ULC article suggests ways to incorporate Pagan elements into a traditional baptism ceremony for infants. Including using plants, stones, and crystals to symbolize nature and spirituality. Read on to view more!

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Best Honeymoon Destinations for Gender-Fluid Couples

This article highlights ideal honeymoon destinations for gender-fluid couples seeking safe, welcoming, and romantic environments. Amsterdam, Netherlands, known for its LGBTQ+ acceptance, and there are many more options! 

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A Selection of the Trendiest Wedding Shower Ideas

Modern wedding showers embrace inclusivity and new trends. They've evolved from traditional bridal showers for women to events for all genders. These trends offer inspiration for planning a memorable wedding shower. 

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4 Ways To Get Better Rest

The article emphasizes that consistent, quality sleep is crucial for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being, and it advises building good daily sleep habits in addition to observing a weekly day of rest.

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Suggestions for Reusing or Repurposing a Bridesmaid Outfit

This ULC article discusses various options for bridesmaids who are wondering what to do with their dresses after the wedding. There's lots of different options that bridesmaids have and this article has some great ideas.

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We remind you to get ordained if you haven't already. This is the first step in the process that will allow you to legally officiate weddings of friends and family. You can also perform baptisms, preside over funerals, offer blessings, and even absolve the sins of others.

Universal Live Church ministers com from all walks of life and spiritual traditions. Whether you identify as Catholic, Christian, Buddhist, Pagan, Muslim, or even Atheist or Agnostic, we recognize and offer products needed for your ministry. Our common thread is our adherence to the Universal Life Church doctrine:

"Do only that which is right."