What an immense pleasure it was for Sandra and I to be
invited by the Master of the Worshipful Company of Builders Merchants to their
Annual Divine Service, Reception and Supper.
The service was held in the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad
Vincula in the Tower of London. What magnificent and historic surroundings. The
service was led by the Company Chaplain, The Rev. Canon Roger Hall MBE. The
choir was truly excellent leading the singing of the hymns and we particularly
liked the anthem “All in an April Evening” which was beautifully sung and very
appropriate. The sermon, based on the words “with” and “in”, was extremely
thought provoking. This was certainly a unique experience.
A relatively short walk from the Tower along to Watermen’s
Hall followed where we were received by the Master Brian Blanchard, at a reception
where we met with members of the Company and fellow guests. It was a great
pleasure to be seated at the top table between the Master and former Lord Mayor,
Alderman Dame Fiona Woolf. We were treated to an excellent supper and wines. I
was particularly pleased that the Master spoke very highly of our “WET10”
debate the previous month. This was a truly memorable evening.
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