Senior Couples Renew Wedding Vows | Morningside Ministries

Four senior couples that call Morningside Ministries at the Manor home, said, “I do” for the second time in their lives as they renewed their wedding vows to their life long partner in marriage in the presence of their family and friends. Each bride and groom walked down the aisle at the activity room at the Manor. The Powell Activity room was transformed into a vision of white and ivory with all the details included.

The idea all started when Manor Activity Director, Joann Gamboa, saw a couple crying together over a song that was playing on the grand piano, trying to comfort the couple, Ms. Gamboa soon realized they were happy tears. The couple then proceeded to tell her that this was their wedding song they danced to 55 years ago.

Many of the couples have been married for well over 55 years, and together the four couples have been faithful, respectful and in love for a total of 239 years.

“True love lasts forever, and I believe their love is the perfect example of that,” said Gamboa.

It was truly a day to celebrate new and old memories and all the love and commitment it took to make their marriage last for 55 years and counting.

Click here to see more coverage of this happy day by the San Antonio Express News!

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My parents moved into their Meadows independent living (atrium) apartment almost 2 years ago, from another city. Their (and our) experience here has exceeded our highest hopes. From the compassionate, friendly, helpful staff to the delicious meals, activities, their apartment, amenities, and welcoming residents, we could not have imagined or found a better place for them to be for this season of life! We 5 "kids" are so thankful that they are happy, safe, comfortable, busy, and have made wonderful new friends, both residents and staff. Thank you, MM! It's definitely worth checking out for YOUR parents, too. (Or yourself!)

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My wife and I have been residents in the Independent Living Menger House Apartments at Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs for four years. We chose Menger Springs because of its Hill Country location, excellent and beautiful facilities along with their commitment to personal care and to truly care for those who have cared for so many others by a Not For Profit Christian Corporation. We knew that regardless of what challenges or changes we might meet in the days and years ahead, Menger Springs would be able to provide the care for us. My wife feels so secure here and has the option of participating in so many activities, pursue individual endeavors or to feel free to remain in our apartment. We are so pleased to be residents at Morningside Ministries Menger Springs in beautiful Boerne! I highly recommend it!

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