The Guildford Catenians Blog

Monday, 27 February 2023

Happy Eaters!

On Sunday 26th February, eleven Catenian brothers and ladies met for lunch at the Percy Arms in Chilworth. The venue is obviously a popular one and to say it was busy is somewhat of an understatement! However, the food and the service was excellent and the event was throughly enjoyed by everyone. After lunch, the group embarked on a pleasant walk taking in the history of the Gun Powder Works to which Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips provided a narrative.

Coffee after the meal! From left: Bro. John Mercer, Ingrid Phillips. Bro. Andy Fogell, Anne Wilson, Bro. John Vickerman, Angela Vickerman, Bro. Daniel Lintott, Theresa Fogell, Francine Mercer and Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips. Photograph taken by yours truly, Bro. Blogmaster

Thursday, 23 February 2023

The Bursary Boy

The 759th meeting of the Guildford Circle was held at Clandon Regis Golf Club on Wednesday 1st February 2023. In attendance were 31 Guildford brothers and two guests: Vincent Quiamboa and his father.

Vincent a parishioner of Holy Angels in Ash who occasionally attends Holy Family in Farnham, had been awarded £150 from the Catenian Bursary Fund. Vincent and his father joined the Circle for dinner during which Bro. President presented him with his cheque. Following the presentation Vincent made an introductory speech outlining his visit to Lourdes at Easter.

Bro. President with Vincent and his father

Bro. President introducing Vincent to the brothers

Bro. President presenting Vincent with a cheque for £150.00

Bro. President invites vincent to respond.

Remember, keep it brief and to the point!

Vincent checking his spiel!


Blah Blah etc..........

Blah Blah plus 5 minutes......

Blah Blah plus 10 minutes......

Blah Blah plus 15 minutes....

I told you to keep it short!!!

The Grateful Bursary Boy!

Photographs courtesy of Bro. Steve Rowden

Monday, 30 January 2023

January 2023 circle Meeting

The 758th meeting of the Guildford circle was held on January 4th 2023 at Clandon Regis Golf Club. This was the first meeting of the New Year and was attended by thirty four Guildford brothers and one visiting brother, Chris Fecher.

Bro. President invited Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips to say a prayer for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedect whose funeral was to be held the next day. The main business of the evening was the enrolement of Patrick Kennealy to the Circle and below are a few photographs recording the occasion!

Deacon Bro. Michael Phillips offering a prayer for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict

Taking the Pledge!

The signing!

Welcome brother!

Applause all round!

Grace before Meal


Some humour from Bro. Wally: ''A funny thing happened to me on the way to the meeting!''

''A funny thing happened to me during the meeting....

...l became a Catenian brother!''

Thursday, 22 December 2022

Clergy & Ladies Night

It's that time of year again! The annual Clergy and Ladies Night was held at Clandon Regis Golf Club on Wednesday 7th December. It was well attended with around 90 diners including Fr Roy Waters and Fr Raj. Also in attendance was Katy Slade fundraiser for the President's charity Parkinson's UK. Following bar/drinks and chit-chat, the gathering entered the dining room for a slap-up three course meal with wine!

Towards the end of the meal, the raffle was held with Katy Slade making the draw. There was a broad range of generously donated prizes from nuts to nougat and wine to whisky. Everyone's a winner!

Below is a selection of photos taken on the night.

Girl's get-together!

Anticipating a good night out!

Putting on the style!

Clever Dickies!

Called to the bar!

Where's my pint ?

Re-united. All is well!

Cheers! Here's to a good evening!

We'll drink to that!

Lady in Red Snjezana with Martha and Bro. Mervyn!

Bro. Dave with his Parish Priest Fr. Raj

The Mauds and the Mellys!

Making an entrance!

Why does Santa Clause never get wet? Because he avoids the rain dear!

What is Santa's favourite snack? A 'DiFestive' biscuit with a cup of whipped chocolate 'Moose'!

Yum!

Why does Santa and Mrs Clause always hold hands? To keep 'Thems-Elves' warm!

What do you get if you cross a duck with Santa? A 'Christmas Quaker'!

Smile Bro. Tony!

If I must!

Bro. Steve and Monica waiting for their 'Doner' kebab!

Bro. President introducing Katy Slade the fundraiser for his charity Parkinson's UK

Invitation to speak

Katy Slade making her fundraising appeal full of 'Elf' confidence!

How did I do Fr Roy?

You slayed 'em Katy!

Grace before Meal

What happens if Santa Clause becomes ill? He's covered with private 'Elf' care!

I don't get it!

Is it the same as BUPA?

Headache?

Face ache?

Tummy ache?

Surprise Surprise!

Bro. Chamberlain proposing a toast to absent brothers!


Absent brothers!

Absent brothers!

Bro. President skilfully pouring the red wine

Is that a pint glass he's filling for Martha?

Un peu de vin rouge Madame et Monsieur?

Meanwhile and with equal skill, Bro. Vice-President attends to non-alcoholic requirements whilst Bro. Tim has fond memories of the biggest cracker he's ever pulled!!