This is the part of the wedding ceremony where the officiant declares the couple as officially married.
The pronouncement can be adapted for same-sex weddings by simply changing out a few words. The example below uses gender neutral pronouns though it can be used for heterosexual weddings as well.
(Officiant to the Wedding Reception)
"By the power given to me by the American Marriage Ministries and by the State of California, I now pronounce you married."
(Officiant to the Couple)
"You may now kiss."
[The Officiant moves to the side. The Couple Kisses.]
(Officiant to the Wedding Reception)
"Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my honor to present for the first time, the Musks!"
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