More pictures from the Presidents' Panto!
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.
Thursday, 31 December 2015
Wednesday, 30 December 2015
Tuesday, 29 December 2015
Monday, 28 December 2015
Sunday, 27 December 2015
Saturday, 26 December 2015
Brother Cyril Feeley R.I.P.
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It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of
Brother Cyril Feeley
of Preston South Circle
Brother Cyril's funeral will take place at 10.30am on Thursday 31st Deember at St Teresa's Church, Queensway, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0DS.
Please remember Brother Cyril and his family in your prayers.
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On the second day of Christmas....
Burnley Circle's contribution to the Provincial Christmas Concert
Friday, 25 December 2015
Wednesday, 23 December 2015
Fr. Peter Birmingham R.I.P.
It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of
Fr. Peter Birmingham
of the Salford Diocese
May he rest in peace
Fr. Peter was well know to many Catenians and members of the Broughton Catholic Charitable Society.
May he rest in peace
Fr. Peter was well know to many Catenians and members of the Broughton Catholic Charitable Society.
Please remember Fr. Peter and his family in your prayers.
His funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
His funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
Tuesday, 22 December 2015
Preston South Circle - SINGING & SCROLLS
The Brothers
of Preston South 235 Circle were in fine voice recently when they held their
Christmas meeting at Penwortham Golf Club, where they were joined by their Ladies,
visiting Brothers and visiting Gentlemen.
After a fantastic
meal five Brothers from the circle were presented with scrolls to recognise
that they have been part of our Association for at least 25 years. Brother Joe
Harris spoke of his time in the Catenians and re-iterated to all the joy, support
and lasting friendship that it brings over the years.
With the formalities
over the Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Jose Carreras wannabes began to
limber up for the carol singing. Ably accompanied by Mike Fitzpatrick (South Ribble-347)
on keyboard they went through the standards that were pretty tuneful it has to
be said.
Maybe there’s a choir master out there up for a challenge. Does anyone
have Gareth Malone’s number?
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Mark Conroy (left) Provincial Director with scroll recipients and Arthur Whitlock (right) President of 235
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An intense finale from Brother Chris Hill
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Mike - tinkling the ivories
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Everyone's singing their hearts out!
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Monday, 21 December 2015
Then there were five
Following the successful wet weekend away in Penrith by members of Lytham St Annes Circle (see the blog posting on 11 December 2015), five intrepid (some might use other descriptions) stayed an extra day. Despite the continuing rain, it was the weekend of the Cumbrian floods, the five managed to find dry land in the remnants of the castle.
Friday, 18 December 2015
New Brother for South Ribble
The membership of South Ribble Circle has been enhanced by the inclusion of retired headmaster Edward Almond.
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| L to r - Ken Dennis, Provincial President; Mike Fitzpatrick, Membership Office; Edward Almond; Mike Neil, President; Mark Conroy, Director and Robert Thompson, Provincial Vice President |
Monday, 14 December 2015
Santa visits Lytham St Annes
The wives of Brothers, including those were are deceased, their families and friends enjoyed their traditional Christmas lunch before
a visit by Santa Claus.
Some of Santa's customers appear to have been a little suspicious perhaps!
Others were in their second or even third childhood!
a visit by Santa Claus.
Some of Santa's customers appear to have been a little suspicious perhaps!
Others were in their second or even third childhood!
Saturday, 12 December 2015
Competitive snooker match
The first round snooker tie between Lytham St Annes and South Ribble Circles was a close run thing. The teams were equal after the first two matches. Each of the following games were decided by who potted the black ball, a nail-biting time, with South Ribble just able to clam victory.
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| The teams plus the non-playing President of LSA Circle in the Catholic Club, Lytham |
Friday, 11 December 2015
Breakfast in Penrith
Breakfast in Penrith does not have quite the same ring as Breakfast at Tiffany's but as a weekend away it was most enjoyable. Yes, we weren't able to go for a walk as planned thanks to Storm Desmond but that didn't dampen the spirits of the 13 from Lytham St Annes Circle and Provincial President Ken and Mary.
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Burnley Circle celebrate Christmas.....with a little help!
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Pictures from Burnley Circle's December meeting.
The after-proceedings included carol singing with the Circle Choir (below) fresh from their triumphant appearance at the Province Carol Concert, supported by Burnley Football Club staff (above).
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Sunday, 6 December 2015
Brother Tom Calderbank R.I.P.
It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of
Brother Tom Calderbank
of Blackburn with Ribble Valley Circle
May he rest in peace
Please remember Brother Tom and his family in your prayers.
Tom's Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 10am on Monday 14th December 2015 at St Mary's RC Church, Langho. Post code BB6 9DW. Following the Requiem, Tom will be interred at Clitheroe Cemetery. The family are inviting everyone to attend Mytton Fold Hotel for refreshments. In order that the family have an idea of numbers, please contact Michael O'Grady.