On Sunday, 5 Augusts 2007, Br Chris Barton celebrated his 100th birthday beginning with Mass in the chapel at Herbert House, Freshfield.
It was attended by family members and friends from around the globe. Fr. Tony Chantry, the General Superior of the Mill Hill Missionaries was the presider.
Br Ben doing the First Reading
Fr Jim Dalziel proclaiming the Gospel
Family members presenting the gifts
After the Mass which began at 10.00 a.m., Mgr John Dale, the National Director of the APF presented Br Chris with a gold medal commemorating his long service and dedication to the work of the APF.
Mgr John Dale presenting Br Chris with the APF gold medal
During the break before lunch was served, drinks were kept flowing.
Br Chris with some of the guests present
The Mayor and the Mayoress dropped by for a short while to greet Br Chris and to present him their well-wishes.
Br Chris being greeted by the Mayor
Br Chris posing for a photo with the Mayor and the Mayoress
Helium-filled balloons were released into the air as the guests looked on.
Fr Frank helping Br Chris with the balloons
Br Chris was then called forward to accept the birthday greetings from Her Majesty, the Queen. Fr. Tony Chantry presented the card. Fr. Frank Downs, the Rector, read out the message for all present.
Fr Tony handing Br Chris the birthday card from the Queen
Br Chris admiring the Queen's photo
Fr Frank reading the Queen's greetings
Br Chris spending time with friends
All present were treated to a wonderful cold buffet prepared by the staff of Herbert House.
Br Chris cutting his birthday cake
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