The Catenian Association is an international body of proudly Catholic laymen and permanent deacons who meet at least once a month in local groups called Circles, to enjoy each other's company and thereby strengthen their family life through friendship, faith and fun! It is open to practising Catholic laymen from the age of 18 years. Many of the Circles’ activities involve the members’ wives and families.
Garstang Circle again organised the annual carol concert on behalf of Province. This year only three circles provided choirs, there are still 13 circles in the Province and less than half were represented! Those who attended the event had a most enjoyable evening.
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| Garstang Circle choir |
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| Lytham St Annes Circle choir |
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| Accrington Circle choir |
The Circle's traditional family Christmas lunch was held at the Glendower Hotel with 90 people sitting down to dine, a lower number than in previous years. After a suburb meal, Father Christmas and his loyal Elf arrived and distributed presents to all the children and the wives of our deceased Brothers. Also one lucky Brother was summoned FOUR times by Santa. (He must have been exceptionally good!) Then followed a good raffle and carol singing accompanied on the hotel's baby grand piano. A really good start to Christmas.
