Guildford Circle October 2023 Meeting

The 767th meeting of the Guildford Circle was held on 4th October at Clandon Regis Golf Club. In attendance were 39 Guildford brothers and 2 visiting gentlemen. Prior to the meeting two new brothers were enrolled: Demien Turner and returning brother, Paul Davies. Below are a selection of photographs taken on the evening.

Two Visiting Gentlemen: Paul and Damien

  

The visiting gentlemen being presented to Bro. President

Bro. President addressing the Candidates for enrolment

Taking the Pledge with Bro. Vice-President

 Bro. Damien Signing the register

Bro. Paul signing the register

The hand of friendship and brotherhood

Two new Guildford brothers: Paul and Damien. Welcome!

 

Ladies, Sons & Daughters Night 2023

The annual Gala event of Ladies, Sons and Daughters Night was held at Clandon Regis Golf Club on 6 September. There were 74 in attendance and following a brief Circle meeting, everyone took their places in the dining area to enjoy a 3 course meal. The guests included: several visiting brothers and wives; visiting gentlemen and wives and, of course, an encouraging turnout of sons and daughters. The Clergy was represented by Fr Roy Waters a regular visitor to the Guildford Circle.

Later in the evening a raffle was held the proceeds of which will go to Cafod the President's Charity. 

Photographs were taken on the night by Bro. Steve Rowden and a selection can be viewed below. 

Guests enjoying the warm Summer evening prior to dining

 

Also enjoying the Summer air were: Ana Lintott; Ella Rogers; Steph Cameron and Erin Flynn

Brothers in Arms: Provincial Vice-President  William Rhid; Visiting Gentleman Sinclair Webster; Guildford President Daniel Lintott and Provincial Membership Officer Mike O'Neill

A beaming Fr. Roy with Bro. President.

At your service!

The packed dining area

Guildford Grandees!

A welcome visit by Paul and Curty Davies

Bro. Antony acting as Chaperone!

Past President Bro. Ian Rogers alongside Bro. Chris Fecher with wife Claire and daughter Imogen. Visiting gentleman Matt Parkes completes the line up!

Sons and Daughters!

A very relaxed table 7!

Our Treasurer Bro. Rory with Sarah and Bro. Tony...

... And here's Tony's other half Seye with visiting gentleman Matt Parks

Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips and Ingrid

Provincial Vice-President William Rhid demonstrating his favourite magic trick!

Conjuring up a leaflet on the 2024 National Conference out of nowhere!

Here's looking at YOU table number 2!

Visiting Gentleman Sinclair Webster and Stephanie

Words of welcome from Bro. President

Bro. Mervyn Burby and Teresa

Some of the Raffle prizes awaiting the draw!

Bro. Patrick and Frances eyeing up the Irish Whisky

Two lucky winners!

Breed was also a winner whilst Sheila settled for alcohol free flowers

A vote of thanks given by Ana Lintott on behalf of the visitors

Words from Fr Roy!

Bro. Steve Rowden (the only photo he didn't take) with Monica

Hey! Whatsthematteryou?!

The Mellys and the Michaels!

Jane, Bro. Brian and Bro. Michael breaking the bread!

Bro. Wally, Jane and Bro. John

Theresa, Bro. Bob and Toni

Didn't we do well?!

I'll drink to that!

Don't cry children. It will be another year before you have to go again!

August 2023 Circle Meeting

The 765th meeting of the Guildford Catenians took place on Wednesday 3rd August at Clandon Regis Golf Club. In attendance were 33 brothers and 2 visiting gentlemen. 

Highlights of the meeting included: Bro. President presenting Bro. Rory Flynn with a miniature to commemorate his work as Circle Treasurer; Bro. Mervyn Burby reported that Guildford Circle had retained the Tri-Circle Golf Trophy with the shield for the Guildford Trophy being won by Bro. Jim O'Donnell; Continuing with the winning streak, Bro. John Mercer presented Bro. Jim with the Provincial Golf Trophy for the victory over Province 11; Bro. Cian Duggan related his faith experience to the brothers. 

Bro.Michael Shortland asked if Bro. Marketing Officer could ensure that the Circle website is updated and Bro. Antony Abraham said that he was happy to do this. The update is still in progress but the Blog section can be viewed on the website by clicking on 'Blog' in the menu bar where this posting along with other Blogs dating back as far as 2014 can be viewed.

https://sites.google.com/view/guildford-catenians

Bro. John Mercer holding the Provincial Golf Trophy

Presentation of the Provincial Golf Trophy to Bro. Jim O'Donnell

Announcements by Bro. Chamberlain

Words from Bro. President

Bro. Cian relating his Faith experience

Bro. Rory sporting his Miniature!

Bro. Tim with an empty glass!

Sorry Pater, I won't be going after all! I thought LSD Night was about Lysergic Acid Diethylamide not Ladies Sons and Daughters!