WBro John Lloyd PAGDC MBE

W Bro John Lloyd has been honoured by the Queen in her Birthday list.

A member of the Liverpool Cathedral choir since 1938, John was awarded the MBE for voluntary service to the Cathedral.

John says, “I joined the choir in 1938, aged 10.  At the cathedral, when  boys leave the choir after their voices break, they can join what is called the ‘Cross Guild’ which is an association founded by Dean Dwelly, the first Dean of Liverpool. The aim is to maintain contact with the ex choristers and for them to continue to take part in the ceremonial and processional parts of the religious services, mainly on Sundays.   It is a unique organisation.   I have been a member since I left the choir, an association going back 72 years.  I act as the Beadle, who carries the mace and leads the processions.”

The Cathedral remains a big part of John’s life.

In his time, John has seen six Deans pass through the role.

He was married to his first wife, Nancy there – she sadly passed away in 1983.

His two daughters Heather and Wendy were christened and married there along with his grandchildren.

Latterly John and his new wife Mo were married there five years ago this month.

John has been fortunate to see many large services taking place including participation by eminent and interesting people including royalty.

John met and chatted with the Queen at the Maundy Service a few years ago and on another occassion spoke to Prince Charles.

John was initiated into Liverpool Mercantile Lodge in 1977 and was WM in 1983. He was appointed PrGSuptWks in 1992 and in 1998 was promoted to be a Past Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies.

John joined the Chapter of Perseverance in 1987 and served as its First Principal in 1994. His first Provincial appointment in the Royal Arch was in 2001 as a PPrAGDC and he was promoted to be PPrAGSoj in 2009

Congratulation to WBro John Lloyd PAGDC MBE for the recognition of his dedication.