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Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 770^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5^th December, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 19:30, finished at 20:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, Sean McGhee, John Ross, Martin Relton, Nick Johnson, Richard Brown, John Sutton, Felix Martin, Tony Andrews, Kevin Morgan, John Shaw, David Perls, Peter Lowe, John Williams-Rigby, Steve Graham, Richard Paley, Eddie Haughey, Chris Jones, Jim Flood On Zoom: Richard Paley
Visitors –	None
Guests	Simeon Johnson, Alfonso Escauriaza
Apologies	James Power, Stuart Jones, Peter Doran, Mike Dobson, Mike Hosker, Martin Roberts and Bill Gore plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 9 brothers not present with no apology

There were 20 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, no visitors and 2 visiting gentlemen. There were 10 apologies

This meeting was followed by the Circle Christmas Dinner.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for the President, Vice President, and Treasurer for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.

New actions from this meeting

None

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

The President led everyone in prayers during which Brothers were advised of the following recent deaths: Janet Magee (wife of Graham Macclesfield), Peter Ross brother of John Ross, Eric Ford Morpeth Circle (Brother in Law of John Sutton)

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: John Piper, Bill Gore, James O’Dude, Tony Weir, Joan Shaw (wife of Brother John), Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Angela Roylance
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), Joan Constable (John’s Wife), Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew), Sue O’Mahoney (Jim’s Wife) & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece).
Crewe: Hugh & Maureen Brady, Peter McDonald, Alessandro Holmes-Amatiello, Stella Cooke, Laurence Mooney
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (wife of Bro. Joe), Peter Sivori
Macclesfield: Jenny Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj, Peter Onions (Christine Morton- Davies) brother and Ross & Val Godlieb.
North Cheshire: Tony Jenkins
Ringway: Peter Fleming, Bernard Grimes, Derek & Greta Bottomley, Brian Cann, Trudie Denny
Warrington: John Atherton, Philomena Harvey, Tony Rudder, Tony Wernham, Meryl Wernham
Wilmslow: Brendan & Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannan, Frank & Kath George, James & Jennifer O’Brien, Luciana Granelli, Tony & Stephen Jenkins, Gaetano & Patricia Scappaticci, Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Frances Cherouvim (daughter of Bro. Gerald Ramsden)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in November: Alan Burke, Jim Colquhoun, Christine Galligan, Clive Hanman, Susan Hughes, Jim Kemp, Bill Kilbride

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Brooklands: Tony Taylor, Kevin Horrocks
Crewe: Molly Brent (widow of late Brother Brian), Veronica Hargreaves (mother of Brother President Peter), Ruth Maguire (wife of Brother Jim)
Macclesfield: Bro. Paddy Carr, and the father of Bro. Ken Barbosa
Wilmslow: Bro. Louis Grannelli

From outside of Province: Tony Stevens – Past Director of Province 6, Paul Mainon – Past Grand Director Province 1. John Rayer – Past Grand President & President of the IRC. Deacon Ged Doherty, Our Lady & St Christopher’s, Romiley

Welfare

An update on Tony Weir was given and it was announced that Bill Gore was now back at home. It was noted that Bill be 90 years old on 5th January.

Secretary’s Report

None

Provincial Report

There was no provincial report.
Martin reminded brothers of the Provincial Carol concert on 11^th December at St. Mary’s in Crewe.

Social Events

Upcoming events are

Christmas Crib – now on 10^th December
Recollection at Thorneycroft – 15^th December
Christmas Beer and Curry – 22^nd December
Children’s Christmas Party – Sunday 26^th January
Circle Charter Dinner – Friday 3^rd February at Knutsford Golf Club (The cost of the Charter Dinner will be £27.)

Our Parish Priest has asked for support for the Pilgrimage to Rome he is trying to organise.

Membership

Pleased to see two gentlemen in attendance again tonight – Simeon and Alfonso. We hope to enroll them as members in January.

Other meeting notes

None

President’s Report

Focus of my year as president is to grow the circle and make it a stronger force in our local catholic community (in province, in school and in church). I want to build greater awareness of us, build great relationships and hold many inclusive events.

Enrolment Anniversaries in November

Tony Weir (63yrs), John Williams-Rigby (42yrs), Paul Yearsley (42yrs), Peter Doran (25yrs), Stuart Jones (24yrs), James Flood (4yrs)

Birthdays in November

Damian Grieves (6th), Tony Weir (8th)

Warm Welcome Trophy

None presented this month.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 769^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 7^th November, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, Sean McGhee, John Ross, Martin Relton, Nick Johnson, Richard Brown, Martin Roberts, Mike Hosker, John Sutton, Felix Martin, Tony Andrews, Kevin Morgan, John Shaw, John Finnan, Peter Doran, Peter Lowe, John Williams-Rigby, Peter Pozzoni, Steve Graham, Stuart Jones On Zoom: Richard Paley
Visitors –	Wilmslow – Roger Glover Brooklands – Mike Chidgey, Peter Kerr, Phil Green, Paul Colquhoun Warrington – Hamid Attisha, Crewe – Philip Pinto, Peter Hargreaves, North Cheshire – Noel Lughrey
Guests	Simeon Johnson, Alfonso Escauriaza
Apologies	James Power, Mike Dobson, Damian Grieves, Jim Flood, Tom Hughes, David Perls plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 9 brothers not present with no apology

There were 21 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, 9 visitors and 2 visiting gentlemen. There were 10 apologies

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for the President, Vice President, and Treasurer for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.

New actions from this meeting

None

Closed actions

Stuart had distributed the membership report sent to Province.

Decisions

We agreed that the dress code fro the Christmas dinner would be ‘smart’ – jacket and tie for the men.

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: John Piper, Bill Gore, James O’Dude, Tony Weir, and Joan Shaw (John’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Angela Roylance
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), Joan Constable (John’s Wife), Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew), Sue O’Mahoney (Jim’s Wife) & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece).
Crewe: Hugh & Maureen Brady, Peter McDonald, Alessandro Holmes-Amatiello, Stella Cooke, Laurence Mooney
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (wife of Bro. Joe), Peter Sivori, Jean Calderbank (mother-in-law of Bro. Vincent Frangelli)
Macclesfield: Jenny Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj, Peter Onions (Christine Morton- Davies) brother and Ross & Val Godlieb.
North Cheshire: Tony Jenkins
Ringway: Peter Fleming, Bernard Grimes, Derek & Greta Bottomley, Brian Cann, Trudie Denny
Warrington: John Atherton, Philomena Harvey, Tony Rudder, Tony Wernham, Meryl Wernham
Wilmslow: Brendan & Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannan, Frank & Kath George, James & Jennifer O’Brien, Luciana Granelli, Tony & Stephen Jenkins, Gaetano & Patricia Scappaticci, Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Frances Cherouvim (daughter of Bro. Gerald Ramsden)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in November: Alan Burke, Jim Colquhoun, Christine Galligan, Clive Hanman, Susan Hughes, Jim Kemp, Bill Kilbride

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Brooklands: Khalid Attisha (Brother Hamid Attisha’s brother)
Crewe: Molly Brent (widow of late Brother Brian), Veronica Hargreaves (mother of Brother President Peter), Ruth Maguire (wife of Brother Jim)
Ringway: Vic Collier
Macclesfield: Paddy Carr
Wilmslow: Louis Granelli

Welfare

Tony Weir is currently in a care home in Northwich. JWR has spoken to Margaret and it is unlikely that Tony will be coming home. Unfortunately, they spent their 63^rd wedding anniversary part.
Richard Brown informed the Circle that Peter Philips (former brother and president)is recovering from his operation but it is a slow process.
Bill Gore has gone into Tabley House for a short period to recover to from a problem with his knee. He is hoping to be back home shortly.
John Piper is in hospital with a heart problem. He is hoping to have an operation to address a problematic valve on the 8^th November.

Secretary’s Report

Stuart reported on a call had from Dorothy Kerr (widow of Peter Kerr) who contacted him after receiving an invite to the mass for deceased brothers. She is well, appreciated the invitation, asked to be remembered to the Circle and said she was being well looked after by the local Circle in Bath.

Stuart also reminded brothers that nominations were needed for key roles in the Circle – President, Vice-President and Treasurer.

Provincial Report

There was no provincial report. The next meeting is November 8^th.
Martin reminded brothers of the Provincial Carol concert on 11^th December at St. Mary’s in Crewe.

Social Events

Upcoming events are

Mass for deceased brothers – 11^th November at 19:00
Tatton Walk – Saturday 19^th November
Late November – Parish meal – details to be published in the Parish Newsletter
Christmas Dinner at Cottons – 5^th December. Brothers are strongly encouraged to attend.
Christmas Crib – now on 11^th December
Recollection at Thorneycroft – 15^th December
Christmas Beer and Curry – date TBA
Children’s Christmas Party – Sunday 26^th January
Couples recollection at Thorneycroft – date TBA

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership.
Pleased to see two gentlemen in attendance again tonight – Simeon and Alfonso. We hope to enroll them as members in the not-too-distant future.
Another potential member (Chris Wilkshire) was interested in joining but has a diary clash the first Monday of every month.

Other meeting notes

The treasurer communicated that the bank balance is £7,431 and we are predicting a balance of £3,700 by the year end which is a surplus of £1000.
The treasurer also noted that we had made a loss at the Lambing Shed Tea – and encouraged brothers to make every effort to attend events given the need for the Circle to pay up front deposits.
John Ross had brought in the Provincial Ryder Cup golf trophy which had been won by Tom Hughes. Unfortunately, Tom had decided to go Barbados instead of the Circle meeting.
Martin Relton informed brothers of the Children’s Christmas Party which will be on the 26^th January. The theme this year will be ‘fun science’. Proceeds from the raffle held at the meeting will go towards funding the party.
Mike Chidgey reminded brothers that Sam’s Luncheon club would take place on Tuesday 13^th December at Belmore Hotel with a talk from a brother who used to be a guide at Edinburgh Castle.
Ringway Charter Dinner is on the 21^st November

President’s Report

Afternoon tea was held at the lambing shed Wednesday 19 th October – led by Stuart and a success for those who attendedVisits for October (Brooklands, Macclesfield?)
School – Mini Vinnies attended Presidents Saturday. The enjoyed meeting the charity and socialising. I got good feedback from Mrs Davies that they appreciated our invitation and welcome.
Parish
- Upcoming masses (Mass for deceased brothers – 11th November), Parish Social dinner at Knutsford Golf Club Friday 25^th November
- Father has asked us to provide mulled wine and mince pies at the Parish Carol Concert (Date TBC). Also same for Dec 11^th for the Crib ceremony
President’s charity. Plan to release the first payment to them (£2000) in support of their plans to open in Knutsford. We are still in dialogue with Monkton estates and the council to agree the final plan for this.
We need nominees for Council positions. Vice President, Events and Membership

Enrolment Anniversaries in November

John Hurst (29yrs), Richard Brown (24yrs), Fabio Vitiello (22yrs), Richard Paley (22yrs), Mark Jones (8yrs)

Birthdays in November

Peter Lowe (2nd), Tom Hughes (10th ), Fabio Vitiello (12th ), Michael Hosker (25th ), Stuart Jones (28th )

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Mike Chidgey of Brooklands Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 768^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 3^rd October, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, Sean McGhee, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Martin Relton, Nick Johnson, Richard Brown, David Perls, Jim Flood, Martin Roberts, Bill Gore, Mike Hosker, John Sutton, Felix Martin, Tony Andrews, Kevin Morgan, John Hurst, John Shaw, Stuart Jones On Zoom: Richard Paley
Visitors –	Wilmslow – Roger Glover, Brooklands – Mike Chidgey, Peter Kerr, Crewe – Harish Narotham Warrington – Steve Sunderland
Guests	Simeon Johnson, Alfonso Escauriaza
Apologies	James Power, Mike Dobson, Damian Grieves, Peter Doran, John Williams-Rigby, Peter Pozzoni, Eddie Haughey, John Piper plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 20 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, 5 visitors and 2 visiting gentlemen. There were 12 apologies

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.
All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.

New actions from this meeting

Stuart to distribute the membership report submitted by the Circle to Province

Closed actions

None

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, Tony Weir, and Joan Shaw (John’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Angela Roylance
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), Joan Constable (John’s Wife), Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew), Sue O’Mahoney (Jim’s Wife) & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece).
Crewe: Hugh & Maureen Brady, Peter McDonald, Alessandro Holmes-Amatiello, Stella Cooke, Laurence Mooney
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (wife of Bro. Joe), Peter Sivori, Jean Calderbank (mother-in-law of Bro. Vincent Frangelli)
Macclesfield: Paddy & Jenny Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj, Peter Onions (Christine Morton- Davies) brother and Ross & Val Godlieb.
North Cheshire: Tony Jenkins
Ringway: Peter Fleming, Bernard Grimes, Derek & Greta Bottomley, Brian Cann, Trudie Denny
Warrington: John Atherton, Philomena Harvey, Tony Rudder, Tony Wernham, Meryl Wernham
Wilmslow: Brendan & Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannan, Frank & Kath George, James & Jennifer O’Brien, Louis & Luciana Granelli, Tony & Stephen Jenkins, Gaetano & Patricia Scappaticci, Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Frances Cherouvim (daughter of Bro. Gerald Ramsden)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in August: Walter Pettit, Graham Stuart, Frank Taylor, Norman Walmsley, Tom Wardrobe

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Brooklands: Khalid Attisha (Brother Hamid Attisha’s brother)
Crewe: Molly Brent (widow of late Brother Brian), Veronica Hargreaves (mother of Brother President Peter), Ruth Maguire (wife of Brother Jim)
Didsbury: Bro. Babs Smith
Macclesfield: The father of Bro. Ken Barbosa

Welfare

Tony Weir is currently in a care home in Northwich as his wife Margaret is unwell and unable to look after him.
Richard Brown informed the Circle that Peter Philips (former brother and president), has had his operation and is doing well so far. He hopes to be out of hospital later in the week.
Matt Lynch was now out of hospital after breaking his hip in a fall and is doing OK
Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn remains in need of a liver transplant

Secretary’s Report

There was no further correspondence.

Provincial Report

P17 Membership Working Group.
- The inaugural meeting of the Membership Working Group was held on 12th September, which has been very productive. It had been agreed that there would be quarterly meetings in the future. The meeting was attended by John Long and Martin Relton.
- One particular aspect was a review of the South Manchester Parish and Circle areas to assess overlap between Province 1 and 17. Steve Tiernan (North Cheshire) and Peter Kerr are working on this.
- Notes and copy presentations will be circulated in next few days.
- Knutsford Circle submitted a membership report to the meeting of ongoing activity.
Provincial website
The Knutsford website is being reviewed as a basis for the development of the Provincial website alongside a new website under development for P19.
Additionally the national website is being updated with provision for Provincial pages.
Provincial Mass is being arranged for late January at Holy Angels, Hale. To be followed by refreshments at Ringway GC.
Provincial Week in Malta – 29 people booked on the trip in November. Last date for bookings 1^st November.
Ashton Circle are hosting Ukranian and Polish groups at their September meeting and would like support from Circles.
National
- Targets have been agreed with consultants on the development of a programme for the recruitment of young Catholics.
- The National President will lead a pilgrimage to Lourdes in 2023.
- There are two candidates for the position of National President 2022/23.
- There were ongoing discussions on the future format of National Conferences and the budget has been reduced.
Bursary Fund – Applications for funding for Lourdes trips were rising, but applications for general awards remain static and there is a need to review the aims of the fund.
Circles – There was a common issue of recruitment of Circle Officers, particularly VPs for this year. A number of Circles reported that social events were being well supported and a number of signature events were being planned during the year.

Social Events

Upcoming events are

Afternoon Tea at the Lambing Shed – October, date TBA
Mass for deceased brothers – 11^th November at 19:00
Tatton Walk – Saturday 19^th November
Late November – Parish meal – details to be published in the Parish Newsletter
Christmas Crib on 3^rd December
Christmas Dinner at Cottons – 5^th December
Recollection at Thorneycroft – 15^th December
Sale Sharks – see email from John Piper
Couples recollection at Thorneycroft – date TBA

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership.
Please to see two gentlemen in attendance tonight – Simeon and Alfonso. We hope to enroll them as members in the not-too-distant future.
Another potential member (Chris Wilkshire) was interested in joining but has a diary clash the first Monday of every month.

Other meeting notes

Treasurer announced that there were 2 subscriptions outstanding which he was chasing.
The Treasurer had sent out a report prior to the meeting and there were no questions.
The treasurer was asked if we were surviving or thriving – he responded “yes”
Tom Hughes asked which Circle covered Middlewich Parish, the answer was that no Circle was active in the parish and that it was OK for any brother to encourage involvement.
Harish reported – a) that a VP was needed at Province, details of the Malta trip have been circulated by email and any interest should be flagged directly to him
Mike Chidgey reminded brothers that Sam’s Luncheon club would take place on Tuesday 11^th October at Belmore Hotel with a talk from a member of the Ukrainian Church. There will be a collection in support of Ukraine after the dinner
Steve Sunderland mentioned the Warrington meeting on 21^st October – there will be a mass for deceased brothers, a circle meeting and a hot pot dinner.

President’s Report

Provincial Membership Work Group held on Monday,12th September, at 6.30pm. Very good discussions and commitment to work together to increase membership. Martin submitted our report prior to the meeting. Focus on reaching out to our parish/ school and having a social way of meeting us first

Enrolment Anniversaries in October

John Finnan (21yrs)

Birthdays in October

John Hurst (21st)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Roger Glover of Wilmslow Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 767^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5^th September, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, Sean McGhee, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Martin Relton, Nick Johnson, Richard Brown, David Perls, Jim Flood, Martin Roberts, Bill Gore, John Williams-Rigby, Peter Lowe, John Hurst, On Zoom: Felix Martin
Visitors –	Wilmslow – Anthony Sivori, Brooklands – Hamid Attisha, Tony Mottram, Macclesfield – David Brayford, Paul Fagan, Warrington – Steve Sunderland
Guests	Simeon Johnson
Apologies	James Power, Mike Dobson, Damian Grieves, Peter Doran, Stuart Jones, Peter Pozzoni, Eddie Haughey, Paul O’Brien, Richard Paley, Steve Graham plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 18 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, 6 visitors and 1 visiting gentleman. There were 14 apologies

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.
All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.

New actions from this meeting

None

Closed actions

President to send a letter to Mary Birchall thanking all the ladies who worked so hard to make the parish Summer Flower Festival such a success. Completed
Council to produce a calendar of social events to enable brothers to plan their diaries. Completed
Stuart to remind brothers about the Rose & Crown meal on the 8^th August. Completed

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir, and Joan Shaw (John’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Kevin Hartley, Michelle Wright (Bro Chris’s wife)
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Kalid Attisha (Hamid’s Brother), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew) & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece).
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alessandra Holmes-Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh), Mollie Brent, John Macdonald & Father John Rafferty (retired PP).
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (Bro Joe’s wife), Peter Sivori, and Jean Calderbank (Vincent Frangelli’s mother-in-law).
Macclesfield: Brothers Paddy & Jenny Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj, Peter Onions (Christine Morton-Davies) brother & Val & Ross Godlieb.
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose & Trudie Denny
Warrington: Tony & Meryl Wernham, Norman Turner, Shelagh Freaney (Widow of past PP Michael) Tony Rudder, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John), Philomena Harvey (Wife of Brother Peter) & Peter Leighton.
Wilmslow: Brendan and Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannah, Frank and Kath George, James and Jennifer O’Brien, Louis and Luciana Granelli, Tony Jenkins, Stephen (Tony Jenkins’ son-in-law), Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Audrey Jones, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Gaetano Scappatici, Frances Cherouvim (Gerald Ramsden’s daughter) &; Paul Hatchman.

OUT OF PROVINCE:

Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 3). Stephen Lake, past Director of Province 12.

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in August: Walter Pettit, Graham Stuart, Frank Taylor, Norman Walmsley, Tom Wardrobe

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Crewe: Meryl Griffin (Sister-in Law of Bro. Jim Rafferty), Maureen Bennett (widow of Past president Bob Bennett) Fr. David Peters (Brother-in-Law of the late Bro. Gerry Howard)
Didsbury: Babs Smith, Patrick Keaveney (Father of Brother Barry), Jim Milnes former Brother and Past president)
Warrington: Paul Cunningham

Welfare

Tony Weir is currently in a care home in Northwich as his wife Margaret is unwell and unable to look after him.
Richard Brown informed the Circle that Peter Philips (former brother and president), following a scan, is now due to have an operation on his brain later in September. Please remember him in your prayers.

Secretary’s Report

Circle was asked to vote on a published resolution to change regulations so that the 2/3 majority for voting was reduced to 55% of voting members. This had been previously discussed by Council and Circle

Including individual votes received prior to the meeting the proposition was supported by the Circle with 22 in favour and 1 abstention.

There was no further correspondence.

Provincial Report

Membership Officer and Provincial Council Meetings were due to be held week commencing 12 September and would be supported.
Tony Mottram advised that the Final of the National Public Speaking would be held on 11 September at the Manchester Conference Centre. He encouraged members to go
Date for Provincial Carol Service, St Mary’s Crewe Dec 11^th

Social Events

Upcoming events are

Sunday Lunch at Rose and Crown (to be organised by Bill and Eddie) – 7^th July
President’s Saturday – October 1^st
Tatton Walk – TBA
Mass for deceased brothers – 4^th November
Christmas Crib on 3^rd December
Christmas Dinner at Cottons – 5^th December
Recollection at Thorneycroft – TBA
Sale Sharks – TBA

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership.
Two brothers – Mark Jones and Jim Meagher have resigned
It was reported that 4 gentlemen had expressed interested in the Circle and they would be encouraged to find out more.

Other meeting notes

Treasurer announced that there were 5 subscription outstanding which he was chasing.
The Treasurer would be producing a half yearly financial report at the next meeting
The Martin visiting trophy was awarded to Macclesfield

President’s Report

Provincial Membership Work Group, to be held on Monday,12th September, at 6.30pm. This will become a quarterly event.
Joint meeting with Wilmslow on 3rd October (at the Cottons). Numbers, ladies, drinks/ nibbles. Someone to host (e.g. Eddie/ Ann). Note – Now will not be happening
Visits for September (Brooklands and possibly Macclesfield)
School – Inviting the school to President Saturday – spoke to Bernadette Gork
Parish – Upcoming masses (Presidents Sunday and mass for deceased brothers – possibly
18 th November)
Parish Social calendar (Stuart). Quiz night. Helping Father David arrange a parish meal at Knutsford Golf Club one Friday in November (TBC). Father has asked us to provide mulled wine and mince pies at the Parish Carol, Concert (Date TBC). Also same for Dec 3rd for the Crib ceremony
President’s charity. JustDropIn have been given a GREEN light from their trustees to progress with the Knutsford drop in centre. The need for this is growing in Knutsford. We will launch at Presidents Saturday and will go live in October. Deputy Mayor of Knutsford Jan Nicholson will attend. I will invite Knutsford Guardian. Approached Knutsford Guardian
Nominees for Council positions. Vice President, Events and Membership
Welfare – JWR and I to meet and make a plan
Nominees are needed for Council positions. Vice President, Events and Membership

Enrolment Anniversaries in September

Anthony White (27yrs), James Power (9yrs), Stephen Graham (2yrs)

Birthdays in September

Paul Yearsley (12th), Anthony Andrews (6th)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Paul Fagan of Crewe Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 766^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 1^st August, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, John Sutton, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Martin Relton, Steve Graham, Nick Johnson, Richard Brown, David Perls, Jim Flood, Martin Roberts, Bill Gore, John Williams-Rigby, Peter Lowe, John Hurst, Peter Pozzoni, Felix Martin On Zoom: Stuart Jones, Richard Paley
Visitors –	North Cheshire – Steve Tiernan, Roger de Forno, Cirencester/S. Cotswolds – Tony Mellor, Brooklands – Hamid Attisha, Macclesfield – David Brayford, Mike Guerin, Crewe – Peter Hargreaves, Philip Pinto, Harish Narotham
Guests	Simeon Johnson, Chris Wilkshire, Alfonso Escauriaza
Apologies	James Power, Sean McGhee, Mike Dobson, John Shaw, Tony Andrews, Damian Grieves, Peter Doran, John Piper, Eddie Haughey, Mike Hosker plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 19 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, 9 visitors and 3 visiting gentlemen. There were 15 apologies

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.
All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.
President to send a letter to Mary Birchall thanking all the ladies who worked so hard to make the parish Summer Flower Festival such a success.
Council to produce a calendar of social events to enable brothers to plan their diaries.

New actions from this meeting

Stuart to remind brothers about the Rose & Crown meal on the 8^th August

Closed actions

Brothers to consider providing a donation to cover the costs of the bottles for the tombola store at the School fete. Completed
Council to review: a) contingencies for handling possible changes in pricing/policies at Cottons Hotel; b) Request for a recollection during the summer to include wives/families. Completed – see notes below

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir, and Joan Shaw (John’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Kevin Hartley, Michelle Wright (Bro Chris’s wife)
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Kalid Attisha (Hamid’s Brother), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew) & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece).
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alessandra Holmes-Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh), Mollie Brent, John Macdonald & Father John Rafferty (retired PP).
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (Bro Joe’s wife), Peter Sivori, and Jean Calderbank (Vincent Frangelli’s mother-in-law).
Macclesfield: Brothers Paddy & Jenny Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj, Peter Onions (Christine Morton-Davies) brother & Val & Ross Godlieb.
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose & Trudie Denny
Warrington: Tony & Meryl Wernham, Norman Turner, Shelagh Freaney (Widow of past PP Michael) Tony Rudder, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John), Philomena Harvey (Wife of Brother Peter) & Peter Leighton.
Wilmslow: Brendan and Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannah, Frank and Kath George, James and Jennifer O’Brien, Louis and Luciana Granelli, Tony Jenkins, Stephen (Tony Jenkins’ son-in-law), Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Audrey Jones, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Gaetano Scappatici, Frances Cherouvim (Gerald Ramsden’s daughter) &; Paul Hatchman.

OUT OF PROVINCE:

· Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 3). Stephen Lake, past Director of Province 12.

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in August: Frank Brady, John Burns, Tony Dolan., David Norton, Cyril White

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Crewe: Meryl Griffin (Sister-in Law of Bro. Jim Rafferty), Maureen Bennett (widow of Past president Bob Bennett) Fr. David Peters (Brother-in-Law of the late Bro. Gerry Howard)
Didsbury: Babs Smith, Patrick Keaveney (Father of Brother Barry), Jim Milnes former Brother and Past president)
Warrington: Paul Cunningham

Welfare

JWR had been unable to contact James O’Dude or Mike Diver by phone. He suspects that Mike may be at his house in Ireland.
John has been in touch with Margaret Weir, Tony is back in a Care home as Margaret is no longer able to look after him. Both are in need of our prayers.
Richard Brown informed the Circle that Peter Philips (former brother and president), following a scan, is now due to have an operation on his brain later in September. Please remember him in your prayers.

Secretary’s Report

The secretary noted that an interim report from the Restructuring committee had been circulated

Provincial Report

National President Roger Lillee was in attendance.
Provincial President Brother Harish outlined his objectives for the year which included:
- continuing development of provincial website and diary (with a little assistance from Knutsford Circle)
- to undertake a particular review of the South Manchester area to assess its potential for recruitment.
- to hold a Provincial Membership Workgroup Meeting to continue work on key Membership objectives. Now arranged for Sept 12^th Ringway GC.
Details of the Provincial Weekend in Malta in November were being finalised and would be announced shortly.
Membership
- Particular concern about the falling membership at Ashton Circle. Brother Chris Wright reported that the Circle was undertaking a number of initiatives to rectify this situation, including a visit from Ukranian and Polish groups. This took place in July.
Charity
- Reported that applications for funding for Lourdes trips were rising. We are short of project applications from sixteen to twenty-four year olds.
Around the Circles
- There was a common theme across a number of Circles of falling numbers and attendance at meetings. A few Circles however were able to report the recruitment of new Brothers.
- There was a common issue of recruitment of Circle Officers, particularly VPs for this year.
- Conversely, a number of Circles reported that social events were being well supported.
National President Roger Lillee comments:
- He said that good communications and publicity would be essential in achieving his three goals in his Presidential year:
  - to raise the profile of the Association,
  - to ensure mutual support through team working
  - to implement the restructuring of the organisation.
- An interim report on the restructuring has been circulated to Circle. Brother Roger reported that a new highly professional Communications and Publicity Officer had been appointed who was already achieving good results e.g. articles in the Universe, together with updating our approach to the use of Social Media.
- He noted that a number of the problems raised at the meeting such as the appointment of VPs were common throughout the Association, but encouraged Circles to act autonomously (come to their own decisions) within the overall “Aims & Values” of the Association, including using the support of ladies.
- He said that the Association was “cash rich”, therefore able to help fund initiatives on recruitment and retention.
Date for Provincial Carol Service, St Mary’s Crewe Dec 11^th

Social Events

Upcoming events are

Sunday Lunch at Rose and Crown (to be organised by Bill and Eddie) – 7^th July
President’s Saturday – September 17^th
Christmas Crib on 3^rd December
Christmas Dinner at Cottons – 5^th December
Recollection at Thorneycroft – TBA
Gourmet meal at Bistro Pierre, Altrincham – TBA
Children’s Make your own pizza (Sessions House) – TBA.
Sale Sharks – TBA

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership.
John and met Leilo in town – he is not yet in a position to start attending Circle meetings
John welcomed Simeon Johnson, Chris Wilkshire, Alfonso Escauriaza as observers at our meeting
We had a good Thursday drink with two possible candidates – Alfonso and Chris – attending.
The School Fete and President’s Saturday all provide opportunities for membership

Other meeting notes

Subscriptions are now due. 75% of brothers have paid so far – reminder letters will be sent out to the missing 10.
The treasurer has been in touch with Cottons Hotel and no changes are expected in our current meeting arrangements. We have agreed that we will hold our Christmas Dinner at Cottons.
The circle meeting agreed to hold the Christmas Dinner immediately after the December Circle meeting on the 5^th December
Felix Martin has noted the request from Bill Gore for a recollection that includes wives (as well as one just for men) and will discuss this with Father Michael. It is unlikely that a recollection will take place before October as the Hall is in constant use over the next few months.
John Sutton described the meeting he went to at Ashton Circle which included some representatives from the Ukrainian community (there are now ~100,000 refugees in the UK). There was good engagement and discussions on how Catenians could help. There were tentative proposals for a Mass.
Wilmslow circle is keen to have a joint event with us and we are likely to have a joint meeting (in Cottons) in October.
Harish Narotham referenced a number of items for the attention of the Circle
- A Mass for carers is being planned in October
- Work will start on improving the Province Web-site (as soon as Harish can catch up with Stuart)
- Work is underway to shorten the rationalise the prayer list to ensure it is up to date, and a bit shorter
- Crewe’s 800 meeting will be held at the Stoke City Bet365 stadium in September

President’s Report

Province

Several of us (Martin Relton, John Sutton, Sean McGhee, John Ross, David Perls and myself) attended the Provincial Convention held at Ringway Golf Club on 6th July.
Attended Provincial meeting will be held at Pinewood Hotel on 12th July. The National President Roger Lillee attended. Myself, John and Martin attended. Roger gave an interesting talk (he is Southampton circle and is national president despite neve holding provincial office and just one year as circle president – so I need to watch out!
He wants a focus on sharing best practice which is a good idea. One example was having woman holding offices (e.g. communication, social events etc.). Southampton have a reach out group with the university of Southampton catholic society. That incudes female students – we live in interesting times!
Another is a circle (in Catena this month) in Perth, Australia who host an annual sons and daughters’ dinner!
Provincial Membership Work Group, to be held on Monday,12th September, at 6.30pm. This will become a quarterly event.
Pleased to hear Stuart and Martin being called out by Provincial President for helping province with Web site and new Provincial membership working group
Joint meeting with Wilmslow on 3rd October (at the Cottons)

School

School summer fete Sunday 9th July. Very successful and I got very good feedback from the PTA. I have asked how much was raised. Waiting to hear. Thank you to John and Jean, Richard and Peter Lowe
Inviting the school to President Saturday

Parish

Parish Social calendar (Stuart)
Helping Father David arrange a parish meal at Knutsford Golf Club one Friday in November (TBC)
Father has asked us to provide mulled wine and mince pies at the Parish Carol Concert (Date TBC). Also same for Dec 3rd for the Crib ceremony

President’s charity.

JustDropIn have been given a GREEN light from their trustees to progress with the Knutsford drop-in centre. The need for this is growing in Knutsford. We will launch at Presidents Saturday and will go live in October. New Mayor of Knutsford Mike Houghton and his wife will attend. I will invite Knutsford Guardian.

Nominees are needed for Council positions. Vice President, Events and Membership

Enrolment Anniversaries in August

Bill Gore (27yrs), John Ross (26yrs), Tom Hughes (13yrs)

Birthdays in August

Michael Dobson (10), John Piper (19)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Peter Hargreaves of Crewe Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 765^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 4^th July, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	John Long, John Sutton, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Martin Relton, Peter Doran, John Shaw, Steve Graham, Nick Johnson, Mike Hosker, Eddie Haughey, Richard Brown, Richard Paley, Stuart Jones, David Perls, Jim Flood, John Finnan, Martin Roberts, Tony Andrews, Bill Gore On Zoom: John Piper
Visitors –	Brooklands – Mike Chidgey, Bill Bowdren
Guests	Simeon Johnson
Apologies	James Power, Damien Grieves, Mike Dobson, Chris Jones, Kevin Morgan, Sean McGhee, Felix Martin, plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 21 Knutsford Brothers in attendance, 2 visitors and 1 visiting gentleman. There were 12 apologies

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Circle Meeting

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.
All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.
Brothers to consider providing a donation to cover the costs of the bottles for the tombola store at the School fete

New actions from this meeting

Council to review: a) contingencies for handling possible changes in pricing/policies at Cottons Hotel; b) Request for a recollection during the summer to include wives/families
President to send a letter to Mary Birchall thanking all the ladies who worked so hard to make the parish Summer Flower Festival such a success.
Council to produce a calendar of social events to enable brothers to plan their diaries.

Closed actions

Stuart Jones to circulate the latest reports from the treasurer and provincial officer – see the minutes below. Completed
Brothers to respond to the note sent by the secretary asking for a short note on why they decided to become a Catenian (this is in support of membership). Poor level of response, will be handled differently.

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir, and Joan Shaw (John’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s niece’s child Finn and Peter Phillips (former President of the Circle).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Kevin Hartley, Michelle Wright (Bro Chris’s wife)
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Kalid Attisha (Hamid’s Brother), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), John Constable, Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena and Mary Robinson (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew and Wife,), Matthew Lynch & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece) Baby Isaac (President John’s youngest grandchild).
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alessandra Holmes-Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh) Laura Frost (daughter of Bro. Hugh and Liz Frost), John Macdonald.
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (Bro Joe’s wife), Peter Sivori, and Jean Calderbank (Vincent Frangelli’s mother-in-law), Babs Smith.
Macclesfield: Paddy & Jennifer Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Dick Murphy, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj & Peter Onions (Brother of Christine Morton-Davies).
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John)
Wilmslow: Brendan and Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannah, Frank and Kath George, James and Jennifer O’Brien, Louis and Luciana Granelli, Tony Jenkins, Stephen (Tony Jenkins’ son-in-law), Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Audrey Jones, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Gaetano Scappatici

OUT OF PROVINCE:

· Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 3). Stephen Lake, past Director of Province 12.

· John Rayer – Past Grand President. Paul Mainon – Past Grand Director Province 1

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in June: Jack Andrews, Steve Bailey, John Etherington, John Sampey, Jim Valliley.

We also remember William McArthy, father-in-law of Chris Jones who passed away recently.

We remember those who have died recently in Province:

Ashton: John Hardman
Brooklands: Polly Perkins (Mother of Brother Graham)
Crewe: Meryl Griffin (Sister-in Law of Bro. Jim Rafferty), Fr. David Peters (Brother-in-Law of the late Bro. Gerry Howard)
Didsbury: Babs Smith, Patrick Keaveney (Father of Brother Barry), Jim Milnes former Brother and Past president)
Warrington: Paul Cunningham

Welfare

There was no formal update
Tom Hughes has been in touch with John Hurst regarding arranging a lift to meetings and John is planning to come in August.
Richard Brown informed the Circle that Peter Philips (former brother and president) was ill in hospital with a bleed on his brain and is in need of our prayers.

Secretary’s Report

Nothing was reported

Provincial Report

There has not been a meeting since the last report, the next Provincial meeting will be held at Pinewood on 12^th July. The National President will be in attendance and past Circle Presidents will be invited.
Seven Knutsford brothers will be attending the Provincial Convention this week

Social Events

The Tatton walk on 18^th June went well with three Knutsford brothers and four parishioners attending. More support from brothers would have been appreciated.

The parish Summer Flower Festival went very well (see president’s report)

Upcoming events are

School ‘PTA Festival on the Field’ possibly a Tombola – Saturday 9th July
Sunday Lunch at Rose and Crown (to be organised by Bill and Eddie) – TBA
President’s Saturday – September 17th
Gourmet meal at Bistro Pierre, Altrincham – TBA
Children’s Make your own pizza (Sessions House) – TBA.
Sale Sharks – now delayed to September
Christmas Crib on 3^rd December

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership – Chris Jones would have attended the meeting but, unfortunately his father-in-Law died very recently.
John welcomed Simeon Johnson as an observer at our meeting
We had a good Thursday drinks with two possible candidates – Simeon Johnson and Alfonso – attending.
We have identified 9 prospects for membership. We are planning to invite these toa an ‘open’ circle meeting – probably in September
The School Fete and President’s Saturday all provide opportunities for membership

Other meeting notes

Subscriptions are now due. Only 18 brothers have paid so far – reminder letters will be sent out.
£40 has been donated in support of the bottle tombola and £37 is in Circle funds from the contactless machine used at the Flower Festival
Mike Chidgey thanked the circle for its support for the provincial convention and reminded brother that the next Sam’s luncheon will be in October

President’s Report

John thanked Martin Relton for his work on the Summer Flower Festival together with the many Brothers who also helped. The event had gone very well and had generated considerable good will for the Catenians. This comment was supported by Jim Flood. The Gardeners’ Question Time (organised by Martin Relton) was particularly praised.
We have been asked to help again at the Christmas Crib on 3^rd December
John had been joined by John and Jean Sutton at Crewe meeting – and had won the Martin Trophy!
‘Just Drop In’ (the president’s charity) have been given the go ahead tio open a centre in Knutsford, probably in October. There will be a launch ‘event’ at the Presidents Saturday on 17^th September.
The president’s son-in-law is doing a sponsored walk and 50% of the proceeds will go to Just Drop In – Brothers will be invited to donate.
Catenians were well represented at the Parish Social events Meeting and were spoken of positively by Father David.
John asking for help at the school Fete (9^th July) – Tom Hughes, John Sutton and Richard Paley all offered to help

Enrolment Anniversaries in July

Michael Hosker (13yrs), Christopher Jones (7yrs)

Birthdays in July

Nicholas Johnson (17), Felix Martin (25), John Williams-Rigby (28)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Bill Bowdren of Brooklands Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 764^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 6^th June, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 19:30, finished at 20:10

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee, John Long, John Sutton, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Martin Relton, Peter Doran, John Shaw, Steve Graham, Nick Johnson, Mike Hosker, Peter Pozzoni, Mike Dobson, John Williams-Rigby, Eddie Haughey On Zoom: Richard Brown, Richard Paley, Stuart jones
Visitors –	Brooklands – Hamid Attish, North Cheshire – Mark Turner-Wilson, Noel Laughrey, Davyhulme – Brian McGaharah, Phil Brown, Warrington – Stephen Sunderland, Denis McAllister, John Boyle, Crewe & District – Harish Narotham

Apologies	James Power, Damien Grieves, Peter Lowe, Jim Flood, Tony Andrews, Martin Roberts, John Piper, Bill Gore, Mark Jones plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 17 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and 9 visitors.

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Circle Meeting

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.
All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.

New actions from this meeting

Stuart Jones to circulate the latest reports from the treasurer and provincial officer – see the minutes below.
Brothers to respond to the note sent by the secretary asking for a short note on why they decided to become a Catenian (this is in support of membership)
Stuart Jones to distribute details of the Provincial trip to Malta. Completed

Closed actions

Tom Hughes to get in touch with John Hurst and make arrangement to provide him with a lift to Circle meetings. Completed
Council to discuss a proposal from Tom Hughes to create a ‘Catenian Garden’ at church. Completed – Council approved the proposal as long as we have sufficient people helping to keep the garden maintained.

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir Joan Shaw (John’s wife) and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s nieces child Finn.

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: Kevin Hartley, Michelle Wright (Bro Chris’s wife)
Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Kalid Attisha (Hamid’s Brother), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), John Constable, Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena and Mary Robinson (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew and Wife,), Matthew Lynch & Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece) Baby Isaac (President John’s youngest grandchild).
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alessandra Holmes-Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh) Laura Frost (daughter of Bro. Hugh and Liz Frost)., John Macdonald.
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (Bro Joe’s wife), Peter Sivori, and Jean Calderbank (Vincent Frangelli’s mother-in-law), Babs Smith.
Macclesfield: Paddy & Jennifer Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Dick Murphy, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj & Peter Onions (Brother of Christine Morton-Davies).
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John)
Wilmslow: Brendan and Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannah, Frank and Kath George, James and Jennifer O’Brien, Louis and Luciana Granelli, Tony Jenkins, Stephen (Tony Jenkins’ son-in-law), Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Audrey Jones, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Gaetano Scappatici, Frances Cherouvim (Gerald Ramsden’s daughter) & Paul Hatchman.
OUT OF PROVINCE:
Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 3). Stephen Lake, past Director of Province 12.
John Rayer – Past Grand President. Paul Mainon – Past Grand Director Province 1

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in June: Lionel Gaskell, Jerry Sampey, Ken Shipley, Tony Steers

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

Ashton: John Hardman
Brooklands: Polly Perkins (Mother of Brother Graham), Fr. Robin Sutton
Crewe: Meryl Griffin (Sister-in Law of Bro. Jim Rafferty), Maureen Bennett (widow of Past president Bob Bennett), Fr. David Peters (Brother-in-Law of the late Bro. Gerry Howard)
Didsbury: Patrick Keaveney (Father of Brother Barry), Jim Milnes former Brother and Past president)
Warrington: Paul Cunningham
OUT OF PROVINCE – Tony Stevens – Past Director of Province 6

Welfare

John Williams Rigby gave on update on the welfare of Mike Diver (and his wife), James O’Dude and Tony and Margaret Weir. Mike and James are generally OK (though James is having lots of tests). Margaret is finding it hard work supporting Tony, JWR and Lynne spoke to Tony who was very pleased to have a conversation with them,
Tom Hughes has been in touch with John Hurst regarding arranging a lift to meetings

Secretary’s Report

Nothing was reported

Provincial Report

Brother Harish Narotham was installed as Provincial President for 2022/23.
The Provincial website is now live and ready for handover. Council are seeking to appoint an IT Officer who could undertake this function, and particularly further the development of the Provincial Website.
Harish is developing a “Google Sick and Deceased List” with John Hogan for easier communication and access by all Brothers in Province.
A Provincial visit to the National Memorial Arboretum is being planned for September.
Plans are being developed for a possible Provincial Trip to Malta, which may coincide with “Malta Week” in November if it is held this year.
The Provincial Carol Service and Vocations Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church, Crewe on 11^th December and in February 2023 respectively.
Provincial Convention will be held at Ringway Golf Club at 7pm on 6^th July.
A booking form has been circulated andCircles will be responsible for ensuring attendance and payment in advance.
At the national Conference there would be a motion to reduce the majority of votes required to agree changes within the Association to 55% from two-thirds.
A National Press and Publicity Officer has been appointed by National Council.
The Bursary Fund is particularly well funded at £606,000. Province will be writing to Circles encouraging applications, particularly for the longer term overseas charitable work trips. Posters and leaflets will be distributed to Circles to encourage applications.
The Bursary Fund needs to appoint two Trustees and applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people (including ladies).
The next Provincial meeting will be held at Pinewood on 12^th July. The National President will be in attendance and past Circle Presidents will be invited

Social Events

Tatton Walks – 18^th June
Rose & Crown Meal – 3^rd July
Flower Festival – 25/26th June
Sunday Lunch at Rose and Crown (to be organised by Bill and Eddie) – 3rd July
School ‘PTA Festival on the Field’ possibly a Tombola – Saturday 9th July
President’s Sunday – September 10/11th
Gourmet meal at Bistro Pierre, Altrincham – TBA
Children’s Make your own pizza (Sessions House) – TBA.
Sale Sharks – now delayed to September

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership – Chris Jones is expected to attend the July meeting.
John reminded brothers to provide a short note on why they joined the Catenians to help with our membership drive.
We have identified 9 prospects for membership. We are planning to invite these toa an ‘open’ circle meeting – probably in September
The Flower Festival, School Fete and President’s Sunday all provide opportunities for membership

Other meeting notes

Subscriptions are now due.
About £700 has been raised for Just Drop in through sponsorship of Stuart Jones doing the Macclesfield Bikeathon
John Sutton reminded brothers that it is the Provincial Catenian Conference on the 6^th July.
Harish Narotham mentioned the provincial plans for a visit to Malta
Brothers were asked to support the Crewe Charter Dinner and Warrington Circle meeting on the 21^st June (dining circle – cost £18)

President’s Report

John thanked Stuart Jones for his support of the President’s Charity by completing the Macclesfield Bikeathon
Catenians were well represented at the Parish Open Meeting and were spoken of positively by Father David.

We will be asking for help at the School Fete (9^th July)

Enrolment Anniversaries in June

Peter Pozzoni (51yrs), John Long (21yrs), Martin Relton (21yrs)

Birthdays in June

Jim Meagher (3), Michael Diver (17), Chris Jones (24)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Stephen Sunderland of Warrington Circle.

After Circle Presentation

After the Circle meeting there was a presentation and Q&A session with Just Dop In – Ann Wright (Chief Officer) and Steve Oliver (Chair of Trustees). This was very well received by all present.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the AGM held on Monday 9^th May, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:20

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee, John Long, Tony Andrews, John Sutton, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, John Ross, Martin Relton, Peter Doran, David Perls, Jim Flood, John Shaw, Martin Roberts, John Piper On Zoom: Peter Pozzoni

Apologies	James Power, Richard Paley, Mike Dobson, Damien Greaves, Steve Graham, Mike Hosker, Nick Johnson, John Williams-Rigby, plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 17 Knutsford Brothers in attendance. This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

President’s Report

Last year’s president Brother Sean McGhee read out his report (which had been circulated before the meeting) which was well received by all present and the report was unanimously accepted.

Treasurer’s report and presentation of accounts

The treasurer had circulated his report and the unaudited accounts prior to the meeting. No questions were raised and the report was unanimously accepted.

The level of subscriptions was confirmed for the year 2022/23:

Full Membership – £150
Country membership – £100
Joint Membership – £90
New Members – £75 for the first 12 months.

Appointment of auditors.

Paul O’Brien and Tom Hughes are happy to continue as auditor for another year.

AOB

Tony Andrew and John Piper asked about our continued use of Cottons Hotel. Martin Roberts said that, at the moment, Cottons seem keen for us to continue with the current arrangements – no charge for the meeting room but we pay for drinks at a discounted rate. John Long indicated that we are likely to have our Christmas event at Cottons and some Ladies Afters to maintain good relationship with Cottons.
John Ross asked about Tony White who resigned from the Circle during the year. Updates were given by Brother Sean and Martin Roberts.

The AGM started at 7:30 pm and finished at 7:50 pm.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 763^rd Circle Meeting held on Monday 9^th May, 2022

Presiding: Brother President John Long
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:20

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee, John Long, Tony Andrews, John Sutton, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, John Ross, Martin Relton, Peter Doran, David Perls, Jim Flood, John Shaw, Martin Roberts, John Piper On Zoom: Peter Pozzoni, Felix Martin
Visitors –	Brooklands – Mike Chidgey, Bill Bowden, North Cheshire and Didsbury – Roger de Forno

Apologies	James Power, Richard Paley, Mike Dobson, Damien Greaves, Steve Graham, Mike Hosker, Nick Johnson, John Williams-Rigby plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 18 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and 3 visitors.

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact John or Stuart.

New actions from this meeting

All brothers to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.
Tom Hughes to get in touch with John Hurst and make arrangement to provide him with a lift to Circle meetings.
Council to discuss a proposal from Tom Hughes to create a ‘Catenian Garden’ at church.

Closed actions

Stuart to ensure John Beswick receives no more emails and to also record his resignation from the Circle. Completed
Al Brothers – let Tom Hughes know if that can help with a rota for mowing the lawn at Church. Completed
John long to ask Nick Johnson to get in touch with Lello following john Sutton’s recent conversation with him. Completed
Stuart to send out invitations for St. George’s Night Dinner, Knutsford Beer Festival, Recollection at Thorneycroft Hall. Completed

Decisions

None

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir Joan Shaw (John’s wife) and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife). Also Bro Jim Flood’s nieces child Finn who is in hospital in Leeds awaiting a transplant.

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Brooklands: Father Pat Monroe (PP of St Hugh & St John’s), Kalid Attisha (Hamid’s Brother), Sheila Connor (the Late Tom Conor’s Wife), John Constable, Gerry Langford, Matteo Llerena and Mary Robinson (Stephen Robinson’s Nephew and Wife,), Matthew Lynch &; Elizabeth Tierney (Peter Kerr’s Niece) Baby Isaac (President John’s youngest grandchild).
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alessandra Holmes-Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh), Laura Frost (daughter of Bro. Hugh and Liz Frost), Sarah Smith, (daughter of Bro. Gerry &; Patricia), John Macdonald.
Didsbury; David Adams, Kathy Raftery (wife of Bro. Jim), Pat Ravening (Bro Joe’s wife), Peter Sivori, and Jean Calderbank (Vincent Frangelli’s mother-in-law), Babs Smith.
Macclesfield: Paddy & Jennifer Carr, Norman and Barbara Clayton, Dick Murphy, Janet Magee, Pacita Hodkin, Lynne Mears, Ethel Kyte, Sue Wilbraham, Sally Boxer (Sister-in-Law of Bro Mike Guerin), Josephina Barbosa (Bro Ken’s mother), Jane Stutynskyj &; Peter Onions (Brother of Christine Morton-Davies).
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John)
Wilmslow: Brendan and Winifred Delaney, Dennis Hannah, Frank and Kath George, James and Jennifer O’Brien, Louis and Luciana Granelli, Tony Jenkins, Stephen (Tony Jenkins’ son-in-law), Kevin Hanrahan, Arnold & Dorothy Hillier, Anthony Sivori, Audrey Jones, Joan Quinn, Mollie McCool, Ann Rawcliffe, Gaetano Scappatici &; Patricia Scappatici Gaetano’s Daughter-in-Law,

Out of Province:

Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 3)
John Rayer – Past Grand President.
Paul Mainon – Past Grand Director Province 1.

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in April: Fred Birch., Eddie Dowling, Patrick Purtill, Stan Robinson

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

Ashton: John Hardman
Brooklands: Polly Perkins (Mother of Brother Graham)
Crewe: Meryl Griffin (Sister-in Law of Bro. Jim Rafferty), Fr. David Peters (Brother-in-Law of the late Bro. Gerry Howard)
Didsbury: Patrick Keaveney (Father of Brother Barry), Jim Milnes former Brother and Past president)
Warrington: Paul Cunningham

Welfare

There was no welfare report at the meeting.
John Long has been in touch with John Hurst who is well and keen to remain engaged in the Circle. He needs a lift to meetings and Tom Hughes offered to help.
Tony Andrews had seen Matt Lynch in church (after a protracted absence) which was good to see.

Secretary’s Report

Vote on rule change to remove the word ‘Practising’ from ‘practising Catholics’. The proposal was rejected by the association – 65.99% voted in favour but it needed a two thirds majority.
An email has been distributed with a paper discussing the restructuring proposals.

Provincial Report

The next meeting is on Tuesday 10^th May.

Social Events

The St George’s night dinner went very well with good attendance, and it made a small profit. Brother President has received several thank-you notes and he expressed his thanks to everyone who helped make the event such a success. The event raised £450 for the President’s Charity and £450 for support to Ukraine – this included a significant contribution from the auction of a bottle of wine provided by Bill Gore. The Knutsford Beer Festival event also went well with 12 people attending.

The Knutsford Beer Festival event also went well with 12 people attending.

The recollection at Thornycroft Hall also went very well and John thanked Felix for his work in arranging it. Jim Flood also thanked Felix and Father Michael for an event he found spiritually uplifting, held in beautiful surroundings with great food and company. He recommends attendance to anyone who has not been before.

Tatton Walk 21/22^nd May – to be confirmed in an email
Parish Meeting 25^th May – we will offer drinks after the meeting (once agreed with Father David)
Rugby – Sales Sharks vs Bristol Bears – June 4^th. John Piper is organising this – there has been no interest so far. We will send out one more email and then decided whether to defer to the new season
A Sunday lunch will be arranged for mid-June
Arrangements are underway for President’s Sunday

Martin Relton briefed the circle about our input to the church Flower Festival on 25/26^th June. Martin is already helping out; Martin Roberts will act as treasurer and we need people to help with a rota to welcome people as they come to the festival. Sean McGhee’s wife, Ma Angeles, is helping to do a Catenian floral display and would welcome any help.

Membership

John Long gave a brief update on membership with his focus being on parish and the school. He has spoken with Chris Jones and asked him to liaise with Steve Graham (a governor at St. Vincent’s) to maximise opportunities for membership from the school. John also noted that Mark Jones will become a country member as his work commitments prevent him from being fully engaged with Circle meetings and events.

Bill Gore raised his concerns about the declining membership of the Circle – down from 62 ten years ago to 42 now – with only one new member in the last three years. He felt that the Circle and Membership Officer needed to be much more active in engaging with the parish and taking advantage of any increase in the catholic population arising from the new housing developments in Knutsford.

Martin Relton noted that whilst we had lost members that we were doing better in membership than most other circles in Province.

Felix Martin noted that that we need to do more activities that would attract younger members.

Peter Pozzoni noted that we also need to focus attention on keeping existing members.

Mike Chidgey reminded people that everyone in the Circle has the job of seeking out new members. The Membership Officer role is principally that of managing the process once someone is interested.

John Long responded to Bill and indicated that he fully agreed with the issues raised by Bill and that he had already thought about them and – in particular – the social programme to be outlined later in the meeting should help.

Other meeting notes

Subscriptions are now due.
The Circle has £3,522 in the bank.
So far £97 has been raised for Just Drop in through sponsorship of Stuart Jones doing the Macclesfield Bikeathon
Tom Hughes has started the mowing of the lawn at church and will set up a rota for all those who have volunteered. He will look at the possibility of doing more i.e. creating a Catenian Garden.
John Sutton reminded brothers that it is the National Catenian Conference this weekend and that the main meeting will be available on Zoom.
Mike Chidgey mentioned Sam’s Luncheon Club on the 14^th June at 12:30 for 13:00 at the Belmore Hotel, Sale. The speaker will be a new member from Brooklands Circle who came to the UK from Nigeria – he will talk about his experiences since arriving here.

President’s Report

Focus of John’s year as president is to grow the circle and make it a stronger force in our local catholic community (in province, in school and in church).John wants to build greater awareness of us, build great relationships and hold many inclusive events.
Province John has been invited to a Provincial president ice breaker
School – Great to see the school so active at the May Day and at the mayor’s thanksgiving mass yesterday. Chris Jones will meet with Steve Graham to make a plan including School summer fair
We will support the parish meeting on 26th (maybe drinks after) and we will help set up and run the Flower festival. Stuart has put a communication in the Church newsletter for the last few weeks.
President’s charity. I am looking to support a local charity who focus on counselling and wellbeing services for young people in Cheshire East who have challenges with their mental health. They are just drop in. Based in Macclesfield. We have raised £450 for them so far. Bro Stuart is riding the 64 miles of the Macclesfield Bikeathon on Saturday. Please sponsor and John will match up to £250. Ann Wright who runs the charity is coming to Knutsford next Friday to meet Ann and I and I have lined her up for an after circle presentation for our next meeting 6th June.

Enrolment Anniversaries in March

John Piper (35yrs), Neil Farmer (26yrs), James O’Dude (24yrs), Damian Grieves (22yrs)

Birthdays in March

Kevin Morgan (1), Martin Roberts (3), David Perls (4), John Finnan (6), James O’Dude (11), Mark Jones (11), Martin Relton (24)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Roger De Forno of N. Cheshire & Didsbury Circles.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 762^nd Circle Meeting held on Monday 4^th April, 2022

Presiding: Brother President Sean McGhee
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:20

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee, John Long, Tony Andrews, Steve Graham, John Sutton, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, John Ross, Peter Lowe, John Finnan, Martin Relton, Felix, Martin, John Williams-Rigby, Peter Doran, David Perls, Jim Flood, Mike Hosker On Zoom: John Piper, Eddie Haughey
Visitors	Brooklands – Mike Chidgey, Stuart McNeil (Z), Bill Bwoden (Z), Harish Narotham (Z), Ringway – Mike Rigby, Mike Connolly, Jack Tootle; Wilmslow – Anthony Sivori; Warrington – Steve Sunderland, Denis Povey, Denis McAllister, John Boyle
Guests

Apologies	James Power, Richard Paley, Mike Dobson, Damien Greaves, Martin Roberts, John Shaw plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, John Beswick, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 9 brothers not present with no apology

There were 21 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and 13 visitors.

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact Sean or Stuart.

New actions from this meeting

Stuart to ensure John Beswick receives no more emails and to also record his resignation from the Circle.
Al Brothers – let Tom Hughes know if that can help with a rota for mowing the lawn at Church.
John long to ask Nick Johnson to get in touch with Lello following john Sutton’s recent conversation with him.
Stuart to send out invitations for St. George’s Night Dinner, Knutsford Beer Festival, Recollection at Thorneycroft Hall.

Closed actions

Stuart to send out flyers for St. George’s Night to the circle and province as soon as they have been received from John Long. Completed

Decisions

None

Installation

John Long was installed as the new President of Knutsford Circle.

Mike Chidgey, on behalf of the visitors, welcomed John and wished him well in his new role. He also thanked Sean for all the work he has done in leading the Circle over two challenging years.

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude, John Beswick, Tony Weir Joan Shaw (John’s wife) and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: John Hardman, Kevin Hartley
Brooklands: John Constable, Elizabeth Tierney, Edward Hamilton (brother of Bro. John) Gerry Langford,
Matthew Lynch, Alec Hopwood (brother-in-law of Frank Cowen)
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alexandra Holmes- Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh) Laura Frost (daughter if Bro. Hugh and Liz Frost)
Didsbury; Kathy Raftery, Jean Calderbank, Peter Sivori, David Adams
Macclesfield: Norman and Barbara Clayton, Sally Boxer (sister-in-law of Bro Mike Guerin) Lynn Mears
Ringway: Brian Cann, Gretta and Derek Bottomley
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Paul Cunningham, Ethel Fairhurst (widow of Bro. John)
Wilmslow: Molloy McCool, Frank George, Gaetano Scapaticci, Kath George, Jim and Jennifer O’Brien, Celia Sivori (sister of Bro. Anthony) Arnold and Dorothy Hillier,
Sandra Brinkley, (retired trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 4)
Stephen Lake (former Director of Province 12)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in April: Eddie Anthistle, John Everlein, Maurice Gayer, Benny O”Neil

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

1. Didsbury: Tony Keane

2. Ringway: John and Imelda Kirrane

3. Warrington: Paul Cunningham

Welfare

JWR has been in touch with Margaret Weir and Tony is back at home following some time in a Respite Care Home in Rudheath. JWR was unable to visit Tony due to having Covid. Life is difficult for both Margaret and Tony.
JWR has also been in touch with John Beswick’s wife. John also had dementia and will resign from the Circle with immediate effect.
There is no news about John Hurst or James O’Dude
John Sutton met Lello at a recent event, his wife is back in England and is recovering from a serious case of Covid. He thanked the Circle for their prayers and is keen to get back involved when time allows.

Secretary’s Report

Vote on rule change to remove the word ‘Practising’ from ‘practising catholics. 27 brothers voted – we submitted – 81% have voted in favour, 15% against and 4% abstained.
We have also been asked to provide comments on the provision or miniatures to council members. An email has been sent out with details and brothers are invited to give feedback over the next two weeks.

Provincial Report

The most recent meeting was on Tuesday 8^th March.
Harish Naratham will be the next Provincial President (to be installed at the May meeting).
Crewe and Stoke Circle will be co-ordinating the implementation of the University contacts initiative.
Booking for the Nation Conference in Eastbourne are down on expectations. The 2023 conference will be in Sheffield and Province 17 has agreed to help with its organization.
Membership in Province 17 increased by 1 last year.
New marketing leaflets will be made available to Circles soon

Social Events

The social drinks at the end of March went well with reasonable attendance with at least one person expressing interest in joining.

St George’s Night – Friday 22^nd April. £35 a head, 54 people are attending (so far). Dress code is smart. Need more people to attend. Will no longer be a joint event with Wilmslow.
April 28^th – Knutsford Beer Festival
4^th May – Recollection at Thorneycroft Hall, 19:30 start – includes a light meal
In May – Gourmet Dinner at Bistro Pierre in Altrincham. Date to be confirmed
Rugby – Sales Sharks vs Bristol Bears – June 4^th. John Piper is organising this

Membership

The next social drinks will take place at the end of April (linked in with Knutsford Beer Festival).

Other meeting notes

There was no update from the treasurer.
Tom Hughes reminded brothers that we have purchased a lawn mower for use at the Church. Tom asked brothers to let him know if they would be happy to help with a rota for mowing the lawn. He noted that the mower did involve some strength to push though it is powered.
Mike Chidgey thanked Bill Gore for his talk at Sam’s Luncheon Club – it was very well received.
Mike Chidgey reminded brothers that the next Sam’s Luncheon Club will be on Tuesday April 12^th at the Belmore Hotel Sale. Kieran Moriarty from Wilmslow Circle will be talking about his experiences in investigating miraculous cures.
John Sutton presented past-president Sean McGhee with his miniature and thanked him for his service over the past two years

President’s Report

The new President thanked Sean McGhee for all the work he has done as president of the Circle over two challenging years. He especially singled out the charitable contributions made. All present applauded Sean.
The president has selected ‘Just Drop In’ for his charity – it is a local charity that supports young people with mental health challenges.
We need a vice-president. If you wish to volunteer, please have a chat with the President
The president’s focus for the year is to grow the Circle and to increase awareness in the parish, school and local community.
There is a Flower Festival at St. Vincent’s Church in June. The circle was happy for John to volunteer our services to help out

Enrolment Anniversaries in March

John Piper (35yrs), Neil Farmer (26yrs), James O’Dude (24yrs), Damian Grieves (22yrs)

Birthdays in March

Kevin Morgan (1), Martin Roberts (3), David Perls (4), John Finnan (6), James O’Dude (11), Mark Jones (11), Martin Relton (24)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was presented to Anthony Sivori of Wilmslow Circle.

The Martin Trophy went to Warrington Circle.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 761^st Circle Meeting held on Monday 7^th March, 2022

Presiding: Brother President Sean McGhee
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:20

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee, John Long, Tony Andrews, Steve Graham, John Sutton, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, Martin Roberts, John Ross, Peter Lowe, John Finnan, Kevin Morgan, Richard Paley, Martin Relton, John Williams-Rigby, Eddie Haughey, Peter Doran, David Perls, John Shaw, Jim Flood On Zoom: John Piper, Mike Hosker
Visitors	No visitors (issues with Zoom)
Guests

Apologies	James Power, Nick Johnson, Mike Dobson, Felix Martin plus Tony Weir, James O’Dude, John Beswick, Jim Meagher, Paul Yearsley, Fabio Vitiello
There were 9 brothers not present with no apology

There were 24 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and no visitors.

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

All Brothers – If you would like to change the way in which you receive Catena (on-line, in paper or both) please tell Martin Roberts before the end of March.
All Brothers – we need someone to act as the link person with the parish and St. Nicholas High School. If you can help, please contact Sean or Stuart.
All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact Sean or Stuart.

New actions from this meeting

Stuart to send out flyers for St. George’s Night to the circle and province as soon as they have been received from John Long.

Closed actions

Stuart Jones to ask Father David to put an article about the Tatton walk in the parish newsletter. Completed

Decisions

It was agreed (19 votes in favour, none against) that we will donate £1000 from Circle funds in support of the Ukrainian Appeal. Any money collected at the raffle at the Charter Dinner will be added to this. We will make this donation via an organisation that offers to match our donation.

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude and Tony Weir and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

1. Ashton: John Hardman, Michelle Wright (wife of Bro. Chris)
2. Brooklands: John Constable, Elizabeth Tierney, Edward Hamilton (brother of Bro. John) Gerry Langford, Matthew Lynch
3. Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alexandra Holmes- Amatiello, Maureen Brady( wife of Bro. Hugh) Hugh Brady, Laura Fisher
4. Didsbury; Kathy Raftery, Jean Calderbank, Peter Sivori, David Adams, Pat Ravening( wife of Bro. Joe), Patricia Scappaticci (daughter in law to Bro.Gaetano)
5. Macclesfield: Norman and Barbara Clayton, Sally Boxer ( sister-in-law of Bro Mike Guerin) Lynn Mears
6. Ringway: Brian Cann, Trudy Denny,, Neil Ambrose, Gretta and Derek Bottomley,
7. Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Paul Cunningham
8. Wilmslow: Molloy McCool, Frank George, Gaetano Scappaticci, Kath George, Jim and Jennifer O’Brien, Celia Sivori (sister of Bro. Anthony) Arnold and Dorothy Hillier
9. Sandra Brinkley (trustee of the Bursary fund)
10. Stephen Lake (former Director of Province 12)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in February: Albert Arrowsmith, Raymond Boyes, Bill Cassidy, Peter Craig, David Denne, George Lane, Doug Lochhead, Ted Lowe, Bob Quin,

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

1. Ashton: Bernard Sellars
2. Brooklands: Tom Connor, Alec Hopwood (brother -in-law of Frank Cowan) Mary Walsh (mother in law to Bro. James Coyne)
3. Crewe and District: Betty Bostwick (widow of Bro. Ernest Bostwick) Rev. Fr. David Craig (retired and resident in Nantwich), Rosemary O’Sullivan (widow of late Bro Kieran)
4. Ringway: Imelda Kirrane (widow of Bro. John)
5. Warrington: Carol McAllister (wife of Bro. Denis)

Welfare

There was no new information about James O’Dude and John Beswick. JWR has been in touch with Margaret Weir and Tony is currently in a Respite Care Home in Rudheath. JWR will check if it is wise for him to visit Tony at the home.

Secretary’s Report

No report this month

Provincial Report

No report this month. The next meeting is Tuesday 8^th March.

Social Events

The social drinks at the end of January went well with good attendance with at least one person expressing interest in joining.

Charter and Clergy Night – Thursday 10^th March. £30 a head, 44 people are attending.
St Georges Day Dinner. Will be 22^nd April, probably at Lost & Found, and will be a joint event with Wilmslow.
In May – Gourmet Dinner at Bistro Pierre in Altrincham. Date to be confirmed
Rugby – Sales Sharks vs Bristol Bears – June 4^th. John Piper is organising this

Membership

The next social drinks will take place at the end of March. Nick Johnson will host the eveining which will be advertised at the school. The drinks at the end of January went well with good attendance with at least one person expressing interest in joining.

Other meeting notes

The treasurer is forecasting a year-end balance of approx. £4,300.
Bill Gore – on his own behalf, and on behalf of the Circle, thanked the President for his service over the past two years – noting that it had been a very challenging time. Brotehr president responded by thanking Council and also expressing his thanks for the support of everyone in Circle who he considered his friends.
Catenian Motion of Practising Catholics – so far 25 brothers have voted: 80% in favour of the motion, 16% against and one abstention. The vote will be submitted in the next couple of weeks.

President’s Report

The president suggested that the Circle raise funds for Ukraine. This was fully supported by all present (see decision).
Volunteers are needed to act as ‘link’ person for St. Vincents’s Parish and St. Nicholas High School
We need nominees for Council positions – especially Vice President
The president mentioned that Council were considering introducing a ‘buddy’ scheme to ensure we support all brothers at all times. This idea was well received. The council will propose specific details.

Enrolment Anniversaries in March

John Beswick (29yrs), Kevin Morgan (14yrs), Martin Roberts (8yrs), Nicholas Johnson (23yrs), Paul O’Brien (4yrs), Sean McGhee (12yrs)

Birthdays in March

John Sutton (4), John Long (4), Paul O’Brien (29)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was not presented as no visitors were present.

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 760^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 7^th February, 2022

Presiding: Brother President Sean McGhee
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:20

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee , Nick Johnson, Tony Andrews, Steve Graham, John Sutton, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, Mike Hosker, Martin Roberts, John Ross, Peter Lowe, John Finnan, Mark Jones, Felix Martin, David Perls, John Shaw, Jim Flood On Zoom: John Long, Eddie Haughey, Martin Relton, John Williams-Rigby, John Piper, Richard Paley
Visitors	Zoom: Mike Chidgey (Brooklands), Dave Brayford (Macclesfield), Phil Brown (Davyhulme), Antony Philips (Ealing), Arthur Baragrey (Newbury), Marius Toomey (Ealing)
Guests

Apologies	Peter Doran, James Power, Peter Pozzoni, Chris Jones, Damien Grieves, Mike Diver, Mike Dobson
There were 11 brothers not present with no apology

There were 25 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and 6 visitors.

This was a hybrid meeting held face to face and on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

None

New actions from this meeting

All Brothers – If you would like to change the way in which you receive Catena (on-line, in paper or both) please tell Martin Roberts before the end of March.
All Brothers – we need someone to act as the link person with the parish and St. Nicholas High School. If you can help, please contact Sean or Stuart.
All Brothers – nominations are need for Vice President, Marshall and Chamberlain for next year. If you can help, please contact Sean or Stuart.
Stuart Jones to ask Father David to put an article about the Tatton walk in the parish newsletter.

Closed actions

Council to review options for membership e.g., reduced subscriptions for younger brothers. See proposal in meeting
Martin Relton to produce a short note for the Parish Newsletter about the Children’s Christmas Party. Completed
Stuart to send out a reminder to the Circle about the Children’s Christmas Party. Completed
Stuart to ask Knutsford Brothers if they would be interested in attending Sam’s Luncheon Club. The speaker is likely to be Bill Gore and is called ‘Does God go on Holiday”. Completed

Decisions

It was agreed (22 votes in favour, three against) that we will introduce an introductory subscription rate for new members. This will be 50% of the normal subscription and will apply for 12 months from the date of enrolment. See also notes below.

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude and Tony Weir and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: John Hardman, Michelle Wright (wife of Bro. Chris)
Brooklands: John Constable, Elizabeth Tierney, Edward Hamilton (brother of Bro. John) Gerry Langford,
Matthew Lynch, Alec Hopwood (brother-in-law of Frank Cowen)
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alexandra Holmes- Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh)
Didsbury; Kathy Raftery, Jean Calderbank, Peter Sivori, David Adams, Pat Ravening (wife of Bro. Joe)
Macclesfield: Norman and Barbara Clayton, Sally Boxer (sister-in-law of Bro Mike Guerin) Lynn Mears
Ringway: Bob Mellor, Brian Cann, Trudy Denny, Neil Ambrose, Gretta and Derek Bottomley, Neil Ambrose
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder, Paul Cunningham
Wilmslow: Molloy McCool, Frank George, Gaetano Scapaticci, Kath George, Jim and Jennifer O’Brien, Celia Sivori (sister of Bro. Anthony) Arnold and Dorothy Hillier
Sandra Brinkley, (trustee of the Bursary fund and wife of David, former Director of Province 4)
Stephen Lake (former Director of Province 12)

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in February: Terry Embury, Keith Hewitt, Steve Leach, Jim Redhead and Peter Rose.

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

Ashton: Bernard Sellars
Crewe and District: Betty Bostwick (widow of Bro. Ernest Bostwick)
Didsbury: Tony Keane
Ringway: Imelda Kirrane
Warrington: Carol McAllister (wife of Bro. Denis)

Welfare

There was no report this month

Secretary’s Report

No report this month

Provincial Report

The meeting discussed the options for improving communications in Province, particularly with the development of the new website by Brother Mike Chidgey. The Council agreed to appoint a Communications Officer from its ranks or from within Province.
Brother Chris Loughran advised the Council that he would not be able to take up the role of Provincial President, due to health issues.
The Provincial membership system was working well and monthly reports and data had been received from all Circles, which would be reviewed with Circle Membership Officers shortly.
There were 307 Brothers in Province. There had been a 55% attendance record in December, and an improvement in the “no apologies” record.
Provincial Director Mike Guerin confirmed that he would be distributing recruitment material to Circles. Councillors commented on the success of previous marketing material, particularly the Rosary leaflets (which MR now has a stack of and will pass to Felix).
2022 National Conference would be at Eastbourne, where Roger Lilley will be installed as National President.
Sam’s Luncheon Club would go ahead on February 8th, although there would be a different speaker (Bill Gore).
Council advised that there would be no change to Capitation fees in the coming year.
Mike Chidgey will liaise with Circles on their website requirements.
It was agreed that Circles should not hold meetings or events on the same nights as Circle Installation meetings.

The social drinks at the end of January went well with good attendance with at least one person expressing interest in joining.

Brunch at the Lambing Shed – 9^th Feb at 10:30
Charter and Clergy Night – Thursday 10^th March. £30 a head, 25 people are signed up so far.
Tatton Walk on 20^th Feb (after 11:00 Mass on Sunday);
St Georges Day Dinner. Will be 22^nd or 23^rd April and could be a joint event with Wilmslow. Venue likely to be Lost & Found or Cottons.

Membership

The social drinks at the end of January went well with good attendance with at least one person expressing interest in joining.

The ‘Catenian Social’ flyer – produced by John Long and Chris Jones – has been promoted in the School Newsletter and we hope for good attendance at the Tatton walk. A copy of the flier was available to look at at the meeting and is also on the web-site.

Other meeting notes

The treasurer is forecasting a year-end balance of approx. £4,300.
Prior to the vote on reduced subscription for new members there was a discussion with a number of people speaking (Bill Gore, Felix Martin, Tom Hughes, John Ross, Richard Brown, Martin Relton). Views were expressed both in favour and against the proposal. The formal proposal was proposed by Sean McGhee and seconded by Jim Flood. The proposal was carried by a large majority.
Mark Jones, on behalf of Knutsford Rotary and Knutsford Medical Partnership, thanked Knutsford Circle for all the help provided with stewarding during the vaccine programme in Knutsford. A lovely certificate was presented to the Circle.
Visitor Arthur Baragrey, on behalf of visiting brothers, expressed his appreciation for Knutsford continuing to do hybrid meetings.

President’s Report

The president expressed his thanks to Martin Relton and all involved in the Children’s Event at which 30 children attended from 18 families – some had to drop out due to Covid 19 isolation rules
The president expressed his thanks to John Shaw for co-ordinating bookings for Sam’s Luncheon Club for many years. John would like to step down and therefore, a volunteer is required to take over John’s role.
Proposal from Council that we introduce reduced membership fees for New Members. The proposal is to offer a 50% reduction for the first 12 months of membership.
Volunteers are needed to act as ‘link’ person for St. Vincents’s Parish and St. Nicholas High School
We need nominees for Council positions – especially Vice President
At the 2021 Australian National Conference, a motion was passed that approved the deletion of the word ‘practising’ for the purpose of assessing a potential member’s eligibility for membership of the Association. Subsequently the motion was confirmed by more than 200 members voting in favour.
The Extraordinary Procedure set out in Rule 26(b) now requires this motion to be referred to every circle in the Association for a vote of the members. A majority of two thirds is required under Rule 26 for the motion to be approved. Circles are entitled to three months in which to complete the vote. There was a brief discussion with points raised by John Ross, Felix Martin, Tony Andrews and Peter Lowe. Brothers will be asked to vote by email/post.

At the moment only 12 brothers have signed up for the Charter and Clergy Dinner.

Benevolent Fund

Tony Andrews gave an excellent talk about the relevance and importance of the Benevolent Fund. Any brother who wants more information can find it at: https://catenianbenevolence.org/.

The Knutsford Benevolence Board is: Tony Andrews, John Shaw and John Williams-Rigby. They will handle any requests for help in complete confidence (and do not report to the Council).

Enrolment Anniversaries in February 2022

David Perls (23 years), John Sutton (10 years), Paul O’Brien (4 years)

Birthday Greetings in February 2022

Sean McGhee (7th), John Ross (8th), Matt Lynch (10th), Steve Graham (21st)

Warm Welcome Trophy

The warm welcome trophy was not presented as no visitors were present in person.

Minutes of the 759^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 10^th January, 2022

Presiding: Brother President Sean McGhee
Meeting started at 20:00, finished at 21:00

Attendees

Brothers	Sean McGhee , John Long, Nick Johnson, Tony Andrews, Steve Graham, John Williams-Rigby, John Sutton, Martin Relton, John Piper, Peter Pozzoni, Bill Gore, Stuart Jones, Tom Hughes, Richard Brown, Mike Hosker, Martin Roberts, Richard Paley
Visitors	Mike Chidgey
Guests

Apologies	Peter Doran, Jim Flood, James Power, John Ross, Felix Martin, Kevin Morgan, Peter Lowe
There were 18 brothers not present with no apology

There were 17 Knutsford Brothers in attendance and 1 visitor.

This was a meeting held only on Zoom.

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

Richard Brown to contact John Hurst’s daughter and arrange a visit to John.

New actions from this meeting

Council to review options for membership e.g., reduced subscriptions for younger brothers.
Martin Relton to produce a short note for the Parish Newsletter about the Children’s Christmas Party.
Stuart to send out a reminder to the Circle about the Children’s Christmas Party.
Stuart to ask Knutsford Brothers if they would be interested in attending Sam’s Luncheon Club. The speaker is likely to be Bill Gore and is called ‘Does God go on Holiday”. 8^th Feb at the Bellmore Hotel in Sale £16 a head. Bookings to be made by the end of the month.

Closed actions

Sean to write to other circles asking them to visit and win the Martin trophy
John Long to amend the pre-Christmas beer and nibbles event on the 22^nd December to be for Catenians, wives and friends. The time will be changed to 20:00 to be after the carol concert at church.

Decisions

It was agreed that we will postpone the Charter and Clergy Dinner (subject to agreement from the Golf Club)
Feeling was that it would be preferable that the next meeting should be face to face and that we will decide whether to have a virtual meeting nearer the time.

Circle Prayers

Sick Brothers from Knutsford: James O’Dude and Tony Weir and Josephine Diver (Mike’s wife).

We also prayed for all those on the Provincial Sick List.

Ashton: John Hardman
Brooklands: John Constable, Elizabeth Tierney, Edward Hamilton (brother of Bro. John) Gerry Langford, Matthew Lynch
Crewe: Peter MacDonald, Alexandra Holmes- Amatiello, Maureen Brady (wife of Bro. Hugh)
Didsbury; Kathy Raftery, Jean Calderbank, Peter Sivori, David Adams
Macclesfield: Norman and Barbara Clayton, Sally Boxer (sister-in-law of Bro Mike Guerin) Lynn Mears
Ringway: Bob Mellor, Brian Cann, Trudy Denny, Neil Ambrose, Gretta and Derek Bottomley
Warrington: Norman Turner, Tony Rudder
Wilmslow: Molloy McCool, Frank George, Gaetano Scapaticci, Kath George, Jim and Jennifer O’Brien, Celia Sivori (sister of Bro. Anthony), Arnold and Dorothy Hillier, Sandra Brinkley, Stephen Lake

Recent Deaths

We remember those Knutsford Brothers whose anniversaries are in January: Bob Cullen, Peter Duffy, Bernard Fitzgibbon, Peter Kerr, Bill Lucking, Edward Massey

We also remember those who have died recently in Province

Brooklands: Keith Burke (brother of Bro. Terry Burke) Maureen McGeough (Mother of Bro. Ian) Sheila Mather (widow of Bro. Jack)
Crewe and District: Betty Bostwick (widow of Bro. Ernest)
Didsbury: Tony Keane
Davy Hulme: Bernard Raby
North Cheshire: Brian Carroll
Ringway: Gerry Burrows (Former Circle President)
Wilmslow: Kathleen Brindle (widow of Bro. Frank)
Warrington: Sister Catherine Joy, Carol McAllister (wide of Bro. Denis)

Welfare

We received a letter from Margaret Weir
Received thank-you note from Matt Lynch following receipt of a card from the circle. He is recovering well from his operation
The cancer treatment for Mike Diver’s wife is progressing well.

Secretary’s Report

No report this month

Provincial Report

The next council meeting is the 11^th Jan. There is nothing else to report

Children’s Christmas party Sunday January 23rd – will be a circus skills event. Everything is organised, information went out from the school this week. A flyer will be posted in the church porch.
Charter and Clergy Night – Friday 28^th Jan. The view from the circle was that we should postpone the event to later in Feb or March
Plans are underway for a New Year walk (after 11:00 Mass on Sunday);
John Long proposed Brunch at the Lambing Shed around 10:30 am, probably on a Wednesday, date to be confirmed.

Membership

There was discussion about bringing Lello Merolle to the Circle given his complex personal circumstances. The general feeling was that the Circle should continue to support his membership until his personal situation improves.
Bill Gore asked the council to review whether it is worth having a reduced subscription for younger members,
John Long highlighted some additional ideas for gaining new members, including a trip to the proposed Knutsford Beer Festival in April

Other meeting notes

The treasurer is forecasting a year-end balance of approx. £4,300.
The Treasurer is still waiting payment from two brothers for the Christmas dinner.
There is an outstanding invoice for the Mass for deceased brothers to be received.
£90 of IOUs to the President’s charity remain due
Mike Chidgey reviewed the latest position of Sam’s Luncheon Club and asked for information on how many brothers would be likely to attend, by the end of the month.

President’s Report

First of all, may I wish everyone a very Happy New Year. I, like everyone else, am hoping for a return to some sort of normality this year after the last two years of worry and uncertainty. Unfortunately, having to hold a virtual meeting in place of a face-to-face meeting is not the start that I would have wished for. But, given the current wave of infections, Council decided to err on the side of caution and make this meeting a virtual one.
Nevertheless, despite Covid, we did still manage to hold our planned Christmas events, our Christmas Dinner, the Evening of Recollection, the Catenian presence at the Blessing of the Crib and the Beer and Nibbles event. I would like to thank all those involved in the planning and execution of these, in particular, John Long, Nick Johnson and Felix Martin.
As a special thanks to Nick who played a major role in organising the very successful Christmas Dinner, I would like to present a small gift, from the Circle for all his efforts. Thank You Nick.
Again, due to concerns over Covid, the proposed Valentines Ball on Feb 14th which was to be a shared event with Wilmslow Circle has been postponed until next year. I believe we are still planning to make our St George’s Night in May a joint event with Wilmslow.
Tonight, we should have been awarding the Martin Trophy to one of our visitors, but as this is a virtual meeting, I think it best to postpone this until our next face-to-face meeting.

As far as I know we have not received nominees for any Council positions. Therefore, elections will not take place tonight. If you would like to stand for one of the open positions, please send your nomination to our Secretary, Stuart Jones, preferably before the start of the new Catenian Year in April.

Warm Welcome Trophy

The virtual warm welcome trophy went to Mike Chidgey

Enrolment Anniversaries in January

Anthony Andrews (42yrs), John Beswick (29yrs), Michael Dobson (6yrs), Peter Lowe (18yrs),

Neil Farmer (anniversary of joining circle 6 years ago but has been in Catenians another 20 years)

Birthdays in January

Edward Haughey (25), James Power (11), Neil Farmer (13), Richard Brown (17), Bill Gore (5)

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 770th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5th December, 2022

Attendees

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

New actions from this meeting

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

Recent Deaths

Welfare

Secretary’s Report

Provincial Report

Social Events

Membership

Other meeting notes

President’s Report

Enrolment Anniversaries in November

Birthdays in November

Warm Welcome Trophy

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 769th Circle Meeting held on Monday 7th November, 2022

Attendees

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

New actions from this meeting

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

Recent Deaths

Welfare

Secretary’s Report

Provincial Report

Social Events

Membership

Other meeting notes

President’s Report

Enrolment Anniversaries in November

Birthdays in November

Warm Welcome Trophy

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 768th Circle Meeting held on Monday 3rd October, 2022

Attendees

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

New actions from this meeting

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

Recent Deaths

Welfare

Secretary’s Report

Provincial Report

Social Events

Membership

Other meeting notes

President’s Report

Enrolment Anniversaries in October

Birthdays in October

Warm Welcome Trophy

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 767th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5th September, 2022

Attendees

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

New actions from this meeting

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

OUT OF PROVINCE:

Recent Deaths

Welfare

Secretary’s Report

Provincial Report

Social Events

Membership

Other meeting notes

President’s Report

Enrolment Anniversaries in September

Birthdays in September

Warm Welcome Trophy

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 766th Circle Meeting held on Monday 1st August, 2022

Attendees

Actions outstanding from previous meetings

New actions from this meeting

Closed actions

Decisions

Circle Prayers

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 770^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5^th December, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 769^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 7^th November, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 768^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 3^rd October, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 767^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 5^th September, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 766^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 1^st August, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 765^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 4^th July, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 764^th Circle Meeting held on Monday 6^th June, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the AGM held on Monday 9^th May, 2022

Knutsford Catenians: Circle 182 – Minutes of the 763^rd Circle Meeting held on Monday 9^th May, 2022