August 2022 Circle Meeting

The August meeting of the Guildford Catenians was held on Wenesday the 3rd at Clandon Regis Golf Club. Despite being bang in the middle of the holiday season and on an evening where temperature and humidity were more akin to the Far East, there was a good turn-out. If my calculations are correct from the sign-up register there were in attendance thirty six Guildford brothers, five visiting gentlemen and one clergy, Fr Tristan Cranfield. 

The main business of the evening was the enrolment of visiting Gentleman Jan Gatowski. Please see below a selection of photographs taken on the night.

Visiting Gentleman Jan Gatowski with Bro. Steve Rowden. Are you sure you want to go through with this Jan?

There's still time to change your mind!

The point of no return!

Welcome Brother!

Grace before meal said by Fr Tristan

Chit-chat on the tables

Bro. Dominique making an offer to buy Bro. Stephen's shirt!

Is Bro. Tom from Coventry?

Bro. Martin recounting his epic cycling journey for Cancer Research UK from Lands End to John O' Groats!

Bro. Simon demonstrating how to take one's pulse after a heavy drinking session!

Is it nearly time to go? Not yet Father!

Bro. Geoff has always over exaggerated things!

He's not the only one!

Surely it's time to go! Not just yet Father!

New brother Jan getting a few tips on making his first speech to the brothers

A funny thing happened on my way to the meeting!

A few words from Bro. President

It must be close to finishing time?

It is at last! Goodnight and God bless!

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Guildford Catenians Family Bar-B-Que 2022

Sunday 24 July 2022 presented perfect weather for the Annual Family Bar-B-Que held this year at St Edward's Church, Sutton Park, Guildford. The day was pleasantly warm and, happily, didn't reach the excessive temperatures of previous weeks. 

There was a good turn-out with around 70 in attendance including: brothers, ladies, widows, family members and clergy. The event commenced with guest speaker Katy Slade who gave an interesting and informative talk on our President's Charity, Parkinson's UK. 

Full credit must be given to all involved in the organisation of the family day: our President, Bro. Ian and our Vice-President Bro. Daniel Lintot and Snjezana. Indeed, to everyone who helped get the show on the road including the band of fit brothers who erected the marquee on the Saturday. There was also the organising and preparation of food, drinks and cooking equipment which ensured that everything was up and running on the day.

Music was provided by Anthony and Domitille Johnson members of the Farnham based Arc Band. They performed many well known songs together with others not so well known singing both in English and French. 

It really was a most enjoyable day. Hopefully the spirit of the occasion is captured in the photographs below.

The Venue

Katy Slade speaking on the President's Charity, Parkinsons UK

An attentive audience

Bro. President has recruited two experienced and enthusiastic barmen: Bro. Brian Jenkins and Bro. Mike Chambers

Who's in charge of the Bar-B-Que?

We'll have to draw lotts!

I won!

I'm not impressed with the Pizzas!

The burgers look a bit pink too!

The food, now perfectly cooked, is ready at last and will be served by these young ladies!

Exquisite harmonies from Anthony and Domitille

Happy Eaters!

Tuck in Ladies!

Colette and Samantha with a rather anxious looking Breed!

Bro. John has drunk her under the table!

Guest Speaker Katy relaxing with Jane and Anne

A Presidential visit!

We could only squeeze in the left side of Bro. John Mercer, Francine's other half! Full appearances however by: Monica, Bro. Geoff, Sue, Bro. Steve and daughter Kate

A wholesome Bro. John in good company!

 Deacon Ian Hunt and wife Sandy, unfortunately hidden behind Deacon Sean Evans. In front, in full view, Anna Evans!

Is the food and drink free for clergy this year Bro. Treasurer? No Fr Roy, it will be added to your already overdue account!

Anthony and Domitille are still singing!

The Clergy are still eating!  In ascending order: Msg Canon Tony Barry, Fr Roy Waters and Fr Tristan Cranfield

Fr Roy speaking on behalf of the Clergy

Applause all round!

Parlez vous Francais? Mais Oui Frere Dominique!

Bro. Rory urging everyone to get stuck in!

I couldn't eat another thing!

What do you think of my cooking? Hmmmn!

I'd better go and help out with the remaining goodies!

Waste not want not!

The serving ladies having a well deserved rest: Ella, Rebecca, Beth and Toni

 A token of appreciation. Lovely flowers for the lovely ladies!

Health and Safety. Dousing the embers!

Two exhausted barmen.

I thought it all went rather well. Toodle-oo!

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