Welcome to The Croydon Catenians
Welcome to Croydon Circle website. We are a branch of the Catenian Association and have enjoyed a successful 100 years with many good times. Membership is derived from several local Catholic churches in the area.
As Catenians our commitment is to Faith, Family and Friendship. Meetings are normally held at Purley Downs Golf Club on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Life-long friendships are developed and everyone including wives and families can enjoy a varied programme of social events throughout the year including dinners and outings. We offer support to all our members, their families and widows as needs arise. Regular visits are made to sick members and their wives/widows and we also support our members who live alone. We have a strong network of ladies who meet regularly, visit those living alone and arrange various events and outings. We really value the input our wives have on our activities.
We endeavour to advance the interests and development of young Catholics and to assist them in the choice or pursuit of a career. We have Benevolent and Bursary funds, the latter which helps support young Catholics who want to work on projects around the world to assist communities less fortunate than ourselves. We also support charities which the Circle considers worthy and relevant.
If you’re interested to join you will initially be invited to attend our meetings as a guest and afterwards join us for a drink and chat. You can visit us as many times as you like before deciding if you wish to join. For further information please contact John Fennell whose details can be found by clicking onto Members & Officers.
How to Join
The Catenian Association is open to all men who are practising Catholics.
If you respect the values of the Catholic Church and wish to meet like minded individuals that value friendship and family life, then the Catenians is for you.
Terence de Souza, President