The couple celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary at the church where they were married – and the best man and bridesmaids were there too.

To have a good time your 65^m Marriage ceremony anniversary is an incredible milestone however to do it together with your greatest man and bride is really fantastic.

That is precisely what Nan and Leslie Morton did at Fenwick Parish Church in Ayrshire on Sunday.

They had been accompanied by greatest man John Howie and bridesmaid Could McFarlane who carried out their duties fantastically on January 19, 1960.

It’s a friendship that has stood the take a look at of time and all 4 are trustworthy and cherished members of the village church and attend often.

The service was led by Rev Kim Watt and the primary hymn sung was Psalm 121, ‘I’ll elevate up mine eyes to the mountains’ which was the marriage tune of the farming couple.

The minister mentioned the congregation was delighted to be part of Blue Sapphire’s anniversary celebrations and gave Mr and Mrs Morton a spherical of applause in addition to flowers and playing cards.

Addressing the congregation, Mrs Watt mentioned: “Immediately we’re a part of a particular celebration 65 years at the moment.^m Marriage ceremony anniversary of Nan and Leslie Morton, who had been married on this church by Rev Bruce Younger on at the present time in 1960.

“Nan was telling me that there had been a heavy snowfall and John Howie, who was Leslie’s greatest man, doubted that Nan would ever get by way of the snow to church.

“Happily, he did and we’re right here as soon as once more with you and in God’s gracious presence to give you our love and congratulations on this big day.

“And what’s much more particular and maybe actually distinctive is that Nan and Leslie Nan’s bridesmaids Could and John, the very best man, are right here too.

“How usually does one thing like this occur?

“We’re so blessed and the images are certain to be taken, we aren’t letting you stroll out the door with no image of such a particular and distinctive occasion.

“We give you our heartiest congratulations.”

Rev Bruce Younger is the uncle of brothers Simon and Mark Younger who’re each serving elders within the Kirk Session of Fenwick Parish Church.

The couple’s post-wedding reception was held on the Parkstone Lodge in Prestwick, which continues to be in enterprise at the moment.