lorraine scales | lscales@bigpond.net.au

I am researching the family of Margaret Penniah Llewellyn(llewellin) - she, Margaret was born in Liverpool in 1871 and was baptised at St.Peters on 6th December,1871(or around that date) - she married my late great-grandfather in Tasmania. 23 June 2010 - Launceston,Tasmania our comments   Thank you for your enquiry,Lorraine. I have posted a message on your email. Hope the search goes well, Graham (Administrator)

Janet Marr | granjan1248@hotmail.com

I cannot describe how wonderful it was to eventually get to Woolton Village and St. Peter's Church on 26th May 2010 to meet Graham and see where "it all began" on that fateful day of 6th July 1957 when John Lennon met Paul McCartney and changed the face of popular music forever. It was magic to be shown round by Graham and to go into the church hall where Bill (my husband) and I were treated to a musical history lesson about that special day in July and also to hear about so many other wonderful facts concerning the Quarrymen and the churchyard. We also enjoyed seeing the tributes and memorabilia on the walls in the hall. It was a fantastic highlight to our Liverpool trip. We come down often as we love the "Liverpool atmosphere", but this trip was extra special!! Thank you SO much Graham for your time and patience, not to mention all the little anecdotes you told us on our tour! 27 May 2010 - Musselburgh,Scotland

James Powelson | jhpowelson@aol.com

Christ Is King!! 1 May 2010 - Ft. Myers, Florida

jo | jojomic707@hotmail.com

Hi! I just got back from a wonderful trip to Liverpool. My highlight was undoubtedly coming to St Peters Church. We were just looking in the church yard for Eleanor Rigby's grave and Dave came and showed us the grave and then showed us around the hall. It was so wonderful! It was such a privilege to meet Dave and i enjoyed it so much! Thankyou so much for your time and giving us such a lovely visit. Wonderful to meet you Dave. Jo and Catharine from Hampshire 11 April 2010 - Hampshire

Mary Ann Thompson | bickiuk@yahoo.co.uk

I would like to express my appreciation to Mr. Graham Paisley who so generously gave of his time on Monday, 8th March, to welcome two Americans to St. Peter's Church and church hall. This visit was the highlight of our trip to Liverpool. Thank you! 16 March 2010 - Louisville, Kentucky USA

Sue Pardo | suepardo@yahoo.co.uk

I have just spent some time listening to your sermons. What refreshment to my soul. May God continue to Bless you in making these sermons available online.I am sitting her contumplating for the umteeth time what to write in my teaching assignment and these sermons have just given me such an inner peace God Bless you all. 3 March 2010 - Garston Liverpool

Donna Jackson | donnaj25@sky.com

Graham, I wanted to say thank you again (and publicly) for your kindness today. My friends were totally overwhelmed by the tour, and by how much time you spent with us. We all appreciated it more than I can express. It is always a pleasure, and a privilege, to visit St Peter's. THANK YOU!! 2 March 2010 - Chester, UK our comments   It is always a pleasure to meet up with you and your many friends. Looking forward to our next meeting! Graham

Geoff Hulse | hulsey@hotmail.co.uk

Dear Graham, we are searching our family history of the Holland family our search takes us to St Peters Church, Church St. we are looking for the marrage certificate of Thomas and Sarah Holland 1800, do you think there could be any chance they are in Liverpool City Library or would they have gone to Preston Records office? Regards Geoff 23 February 2010 - Wigan, Lancs our comments   Geoff, to the best of my knowledge these particular records will be held in the Central Libary,William Brown Street, Liverpool. If they are not there I am sure they can point you in the right direction. Good luck with your search. Graham

The Peek Family!

Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed being back with all our St.Peter's family last Sunday.Even if it was frreeezzing! Much love to you all for a very happy 2010. x 6 January 2010 - Castlederg, Northern Ireland

emily dobson | emilyjdobson@btinternet.com

In May 2009 we visited St Peters Church on our tour of the Beatles and after 1/2 hour of looking round I was lucky enough to meet Dave Peters who was kind enough to show us around St Peters and the church hall telling us all about how Paul and John met. My daughter of 16 is a huge fan of the Beatles collecting every thing she can on them so when Dave was kind enough to show us around the church hall it was the most wonderful day of her life. I have heard Dave is not very well hope he gets better soon will be thinking of him and his great kindness to us .Happy New Year to all and to Dave and family 2 January 2010 - lichfield england our comments   Happy New Year Emily from all at St Peter's. I am pleased that you enjoyed your recent trip to Liverpool. Whilst Dave's health is not good he can still be found around St P's on a regular basis.Thank you for taking the trouble to contact us.

Debbie Osborne | doborn@innova.net

My husband and I visited your lovely church on October 2 with Joey- a Beatles taxi tour. We continue to talk about the incredible caring, friendly people that we met - Dave, Kip and Graham Paisley. The sense of community felt not only in Woolton- but all over Liverpool warms us still. Now I appreciate the surroundings that helped to create the unique individuals that became the Beatles. Merry Christmas to you all! 27 November 2009 - Seneca, SC US

Mey | mey.lim@btinternet.com

Just to say thank you for the beautiful Baptism service held on 25th Oct for several children including our daughter Mia. I had been telling relatives and friends what a peaceful, warm and welcoming place St. Peters was and every one who came to celebrate Mia's special day commented on how lovely the service and members of the church community were. Special thanks to Ruth who was so supportive and a fountain of knowledge and of course Kip. 5 November 2009 - Liverpool

Sally and Garry Taylor | scousesmile@aol.com

A beautiful baptism service - couldn't have been done any better. Thank you so much kip and staff for a perfect service - Sam and Thomas were treated like VIP's. You made our day Thanks so much 25 October 2009 - Liverpool 16

Lucinda

With the release of the new digitized version of the Beatles songs, I was reminded of the wonderful tour you gave my husband and me on our 30th wedding anniversary last May. We thoroughly enjoyed the lesson on St. Peter’s and the historic place where John met Paul. It was a true highlight of our trip to England. We hope you are doing well. Lucinda 14 September 2009 - Arkasas

Neil kirton | neilkirton@hotmail.co.uk

Hello, i read in the national paper over the weekend about the restoration of Elanor Rigbys grave. I am a monumental stonemason and would be very interested in getting involved. I am based in leicestershire but although i am about 90 miles away i feel very strongly about getting it back to its former glory, If i can be of any help please do not hesitate to contact me. Yours Neil Kirton 16 August 2009 - leicestershire

Janet Marr

My hubby and I are coming down to Liverpool from Scotland on Saturday (5th August) for yet another visit to the place "where it all began" - so far we haven't made it to your church but this time it is DEFINITELY on the agenda - we'll probably visit on the Sunday (6th August) before we head home again - is the church open for visitors or just when there are services on? Hope to see you then!! 2 August 2009 - Musselburgh,Scotland our comments   Janet, Ihave sent an email to you re your visit. I hope it will be of help. Graham (Admin)

Paul Woodin | paulwoodin@googlemail.com

Just wanted to echo the words of Jolanda, re Dave Peters. I've just returned from Liverpool, which I was visiting as a Beatles fan on a 'pilgramage' with my wife and son. We found St Peters church hall and were happy enough just seeing the building and the plaque on the wall but as we were about to leave Dave arrived and offered to give us a tour inside. It absolutely made my day. Totally magical. I can't thank him enough. With kindest regards. 1 August 2009 - Great Barr, Birmingham

Janis Baggott | jbag1105@aol.com

I am hoping to visit St. Peters in late August to look for the graves of my relatives (the Wright family of Cam Street). Would be great if I can see where my ancestors are buried. 29 July 2009 - Coventry our comments   Janis, I have sent an email to you that may be of help. Graham (Adminstrator)

Jolanda | j.timmer15@chello.nl

I want to thank Dave Peters for giving my son and I a private tour. And hearing his stories was great. We felt very privileged. It made our holiday Kind regards Jolanda and Julian 19 July 2009 - Dordrecht The Netherlands

Sue Crooks

Just to say thanks to everyone who came on the Cloverley weekend and who all contributed to make it such a great time. It was a real all age family fun time and here's to next year's weekend away! 7 July 2009 - Woolton

Johnnie | jdr@jdr-vn.com

I am heading to Liverpool in August for Beatlesweek and visiting St.Peter's where John met Paul & changed the sound of music around the world will be a highlight for me.What their music does to me involves John 1:1 & Psalm 49:4. Peace 7 July 2009 - Canada

Mike Swift | mikeswift01704@hotmail.com

Thank You. Just a short note to record our sincere thanks to the community of St Peter's, for making us so very welcome during our Woolton sojourn following Penny's ordination. Great traditional Liverpool hospitality ! Best regards, Mike 16 June 2009 - Southport

A troublesome former curate

Well done to Penny! Oh, and you need to update your Who's Who page! 9 June 2009 - Castlederg our comments   Thank you Rector!. I will look into that matter.Best wishes to all the family. Graham

Djati Wibowo (Bowie)

It is lovely to have the most memorable site for every Beatle-fan, especially for me who is from Indonesia, in the other part of the globe. Last year we were the one of participants to the International Beatleweek Festival in Liverpool, but we didn’t get much of a chance to go to this historical site. The Magical Mystery Bus just stopped for only a couple of minutes, obviously because it wasn’t be able to find a proper spot to park. Yet we saw from inside the bus how the park was. Next year we plan to participate in such event again, and this time we would like to get better view and have a picnic or some sort on the park. I saw in your website that’s possible. Is there any information or, are there any dos and don’ts regarding this matter? Thank you very much Kind regards 9 June 2009 our comments   Thank you for your comments. I am sorry that you were not able to visit the church and hall on your last visit to Liverpool. If you visit again please get in touch beforehand and we will try and show your around the premises and you can even have your picnic in the church hall if it is free. However St Peter's is a working church so there may be times when it is not possible to show you around. I look forward to meeting with you in coming months. From Graham (Administrator)

Denika Weis | denikaweis@gmail.com

To Dave, Thank you so much for showing me around and telling me all about the Beatles and your witness to musical history. You are a wonderful person and someone who I am sure to remember till the end. In fact I havent stopped talking of the amazing person I met in Liverpool (that would be you by the way) to anyone who asks about my Beatles trip! I know you do this out of the kindness of your heart and, from the bottom of mine, I send my deepest gratitude and love. Remember you are awesome!! xoxo Denika (a.k.a. crazy hugging girl from Australia) 8 June 2009 - Gold Coast, Australia our comments   Thanks from a blushing Dave. You made his day!

Martha Solano | marthamydear64@msn.com

I went to St Peter's Church two hours before I had to take a plane back to Spain, where I live. I went there to see where It all had started, where John and Paul met, where Eleanor Rigby is. I never imagined I would have such a warm welcome. Dave Peters was there to show me it all and also to guide me thru this piece of history that means so much to me! Dave, I was the one who could not stop taking pictures! Thanks Dave! Martha Solano 23 April 2009 - Cartagena, Spain our comments   Thanks for the meesage. It was great to meet up with you. So pleased you enjoyed your trip to Liverpool. Dave

Elena | elena_lindsey@hotmail.com

Thank you so much for making the wedding of Jeni and Thomas so special. We were blessed with the weather and the rest of the day and night went well. Thank you! 20 April 2009 - Liverpool our comments   It was indeed a special day and we are pleased the rest of the day went well. Thank you also for your reading !

mahmoods | familymahmood@yahoo.co.uk

We came to celebrate Miera, who is now 2, and had her 'thanksgiving' on Palm Sunday. What fun. This service really helped me to understand the impact and celebration that would have been felt that first day 'Hosanna to the Son of David' was sung. 7 April 2009 - Cranbrook, Kent

Dean Fenton | deanfenton@gmx.com

Dear Graham, we visited St. Peters on Saturday 21st March and just wanted to extend our sincere thanks to yourself and Dave for a wonderful greeting and chat during our Beatles tour. Your warmth and knowledge was much appreciated and the whole experience quite moving. We learned following our departure of Dave's illness and we wish him well, we will be thinking of him - such a lovely man. 24 March 2009 - Yorkshire our comments   Dean,it was good to meet up with you all at the weekend. Thank you for kind your comments. Dave was most appreciative.

Miha Jurgec | miha,jurgec@uni-mb.si

Always wanted to visit this church. Me and my family were very close and we almost visited it, but ran out of time. Now my dad is really ill in hospital and all our thoughts are with him.but when he is healthy again we'll go here just to show honor to the Lord. 16 March 2009 - Slovenia our comments   Thank you for writing. we have sent a message to your email address.

Malcolm Hamling | shellysgrandad@hotmail.co.uk

Graham, we met some 3-4 years ago when you kindly showed my wife and I around St Peter’s, the first time I had been in the church since 1948. With Easter on the horizon I thought you might like the following that I wrote exactly 50 years ago whilst in the forces. It was based on my memories of St Peter’s in the 1940’s when I was a very junior choirboy who lived in fear of a flying hymn book from the organ loft if I mis-behaved in Mr Humprey’s reign. Times have changed but some things still remain the same. Easter in Much Woolton In yellow straws and red felt hats, In smart tweed suits with a buttonhole The bells chime out their Easter peal, As up the hill they stroll. Beyond the timbered lynch gate, The be-daffodiled churchyard shines. The choir begins the processional, Mingling with the bell-tower chimes. “Christ the Lord is risen today.” Surpliced cherubs sing from oaken stalls, Resounding, descanted “Alleluia! Alleluia!” Echoing from the sandstone walls. The congregation kneels in prayer, Silence reigns for seconds. The church fills with an aura, Now the Lord He beckons. “Christ the Lord is risen today.” Is there for your acceptance. “Christ the Lord is risen today.” Is sung with all triumphance. The doors swing wide, To release the organ’s boom. The choir files out, Into the shining light of noon. Silence, heads bent in prayer, The organ has lost its swell, Thankful prayers are offered, “Christ has conquered Hell”. The yellow straws, the red felt hats, And the smart tweed suits with a buttonhole Walk down the hill with steady step, And the peace of a quieted soul. 13 March 2009 - Paphos, Cyprus our comments   Thank you. A great message for this time of year.

Ulrika Baydoun

Lovely to to drop by on your homepage and get a glimpse of what's going on! You are forever in our hearts and prayers! God bless you!//Issam, ulrika and Nadja Baydoun. 2 February 2009 - Uppsala, Sweden our comments   Good to hear from you all again. Best wishes from all at St Peter's

Mrs Freda Gossage (nee Kendall) | muggins_uk@yahoo.co.uk

How lovely to be able to see this wonderful church online. My greatgrandfather was baptised here on the 23rd Dec 1855. Harry John Kendall. 15 January 2009 - Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire

David Ashton

A Week into Advent Storms clouds batter the window pain Candle flames dances to the sound of the whistle A gentle life seems to quietly flow by Memories of past storms coupled with quieter Memories the first time remembering Hearing a Cuckoo Cuck Kuck Kooing With my sister in the priory on Woolton Hill Oh to fly back with that cuckoo into times gone To finish off conversations and snatches long since Flowing by on the storm clouds of life The unspoken words the thoughts misconstrued Actions as the candle flame lightly dances To the soothing lilt of my melody of life Played on a penny whistle By David Ashton 7th December 2008 at 22.03 hrs. 25 December 2008 - Born In Woolton live Denmark our comments   Good to hear from you David. Best wishes from all at St Peters.

Terri Willox | TWillox@gmail.com

I recently heard about Dave's illness from my friend who lives there in Chester. I was saddened and sorry to learn that he is so ill. My husband and I, along with my friend there, visited St. Peter's this past August, and, as so many visitors have written here, Dave warmly welcomed us and offered to take us around the grounds and the hall, showing us things and sharing his memories and stories. It's quite astounding when one considers just how many times he has done this for Beatles fans and all out of the goodness of his heart and his love for the Beatles! My family and I wish Dave the very best and will keep him in our prayers. 8 December 2008 - Toms River, NJ, USA our comments   Thank you for your kind words which i will pass on to Dave.Suffice to say he was still escorting visitors around the grounds today as well as helping with our children's groups! Graham (Administrator)

charlotte | xcharleeyx-96@hotmal.com

Hi, I'm doing a school project about churches and i have chosen St Peter's. I am doing a section on the building itself and I was wondering if you could fill me in on some details about the church? Such as, when the church was first built, how long the present stain glass windows have been there? And how many people usually attend the main Sunday Services? And could you please let me know ASAP? Many thanks, Charlotte x *email was incorrect in my last comment 2 November 2008 - woolton our comments   We have tried to contact you via the new email address. Hope it is of use.

marty jones | admin@woolton.net

Hi-nice site, hope you don't mind but we lifted some information onto Woolton dotnet Cheers 22 October 2008 - woolton our comments   Out of interest do you have your site details? Thanks

Claire Wagner | clairewagner@googlemail.com

Hi, my husband and I are conducting a marriage preparation course for a Christian couple and when looking at the Focus website was told that Victoria is a facilitator for them. Do you have any contact details ? many thanks and God bless. 16 October 2008 - Maghull our comments   Thanks for the enquiry Claire. I have replied direct to your email address.Graham(Administrator)

Meg

Hi I am doing a school project on churches and I have chosen St.Peter's. I am doing a section on Lennon and McCartney (one of the reasons I chose you!) and I would like to know around about how many people visit St Peters because of them. Could you please let me know as soon as poss? Thanks a lot, Megan 12 October 2008 - Gateacre our comments   Thanks Megan. Trust the project goes well. I will send you an email with a few details that may be of interest. Graham (Administrator)

Kay Jones

You may be interested to know that the original stage from St Peter's Church Hall is currently on display in 'The Beat Goes On' music exhibition 12 July 2008 - 1 November 2009 at World Museum Liverpool, William Brown Street. Free entry. 8 October 2008 - Liverpool our comments   Thanks Kay. The stage is on loan to the City Council courtesy of St Peter's PCC. We tust that a good number of people will be able to view this historic item.

David and Jody Hedrick | dhedrick1@carolina.rr.com

Last Saturday, my wife and I were about to wrap up our Wales, Ireland, and Liverpool vacation and drive back to London for our flight back to the States, when we decided to drive around the city and see if we could find St Peter's. We are lifelong Beatles fans and hoped to spend some time at the famed site where John and Paul met. We found the church, parked our car, and stepped out, trying to get our bearings. two slightly perplexed and confused American tourists. Dave Peters spotted us and came over, introduced himself, and then offered to give us a personal tour. Amazed at our good fortune, we immediately said yes! Dave took us around the churchyard and cemetery, pointing out the gravestones of Eleanor Rigby and George Toogood Smith, and showing us where the Quarrymen played on that legendary afternoon in 1957. He also added his own personal insights, which made that distant day come alive for us. When we thanked Dave for being so gracious and showing us around, he said, no, there's so much more! He then took us across the street and into the meeting hall where John and Paul actually met. Dave showed us where the stage was set up that evening and exactly where Paul and John talked for the first time. He also showed us John's drawing of a yellow whale on the bulletin board and asked us to sign the guest book. We felt very honored to do so. With the tour complete, Dave and I spoke for a few minutes about our families and how important they are in our lives, a conversation that I will treasure for many years to come. Jody and I had such a wonderful, magical afternoon at St. Peters. All because of the kindness of Dave Peters. Thank you so much! David Hedrick 23 September 2008 - Charlotte North Carolina USA our comments   Thank you so much for your message. I am so pleased Dave was around to show you the main places of interest. Dave's work at St Ps is a great asset and I can only endorse your message and add my thanks to Dave. Graham (Administrator)

Lilian Wilhelmina Chapman | lilian.chapman1@virgin.net

Hi I went to st Peters school from 1961 -65(?) and would love to hear from anyone who attended there at that time too! My Mum was the caretaker of the school, We went to St Peters church every Wednesday morning, its the Church where my sister, and my brother had their weddings , my nieces where christened and I went to Suday school there !we also had my Mums funeral, its a lovely church and in a beautiful area I have fond memories of my childhood in the village! Also ive been racking my brain to try and remember the name of the headmaster at the school during my time there if anyone can help I would be very grateful.! 21 September 2008 - liverpool/now chester our comments   Wonderful memories Lilian. The school still come into church once a week. We will try and find that name for you. Graham(Verger) 29.9.2008 I have been advised that the Headmaster's name was Ernest McCoskery. Hope this helps.

Mariana | marianagomezcastilla@hotmail.com

I feel very moving to see the place where John and Paul first met. 6 September 2008 - Argentina

Rachel Doyle | rach.doyle@ntlworld.com

Thanks to Graham for showing me around the Church Hall and pointing out the grave of Eleanor Rigby. It was amazing to step inside that church hall just trying to 'imagine'!!! I'm a huge fan so standing in this church hall and the grounds where The Quarrymen played was a dream. Thanks Graham!! 29 August 2008 - St Albans our comments   Good to meet with you Rachel. I'm pleased you enjoyed your visit to Liverpool.Graham

Zoran Blackie | zoran.blackie@liverpoolpct.nhs.uk

The former St. Peters' Players, aka Woolton Drama Group, are performing their next production of Tom Stoppard's 'The Real Inspector Hound' at Gateacre Chapel Hall, Sandfield Road off Gateacre Brow, Thurs to Sat 4-6th September, 7.30pm, £5/4 concessions. Tickets on the door or from Zoran on 07977 562314 Also the pantomime approaches, with our version of 'The Three Musketeers - Le Panteau!' to be on 3-6 December. If you want to get involved we'd love to hear from you, or just come down on Monday nights from 730pm to join us. 26 August 2008 - Woolton Drama Group

John Morgan

I visited your church on a visit to Liverpool. We live in Sidcup and I attend and a member of the PCC At Christchurch Sidcup ,I love music and grew up with The Beatles and always been a football fan remembering Bob Paisley , Have a look at Lark in the Park 08 Sidcup Place ,what about the Churches in your Parish having a smaller version. John Morgan 26 August 2008 - Sidcup

Francisco and Jane | franciscocarlosfj@gmail.com

. and after everything, Graham took us to Jonh's house, another magical place to go. People from Liverpool are very friendly and Graham is the most of them. Thank you very much. Best wishes. 22 August 2008 - Brazil our comments   Thank you for your kind words and I am so pleased that you enjoyed your visit to Liverpool. It was a pleasure to meet you both. Take care, Graham

Francisco and Jane | franciscocarlosfj@gmail.com

Mr. Graham Paisley showed us the most important place in music's history, the hall where John and Paul first met. Graham was great, he was friendly and told us the fabulous facts that happened there. We still without words to thank him. He made our trip to Liverpool better. Thank you very much Graham. 22 August 2008 - Brazil

Sue Rickards | suerickards@hotmail.co.uk

I was confirmed in St Peters back in the early 60's, my father was in the army and we lived in the small camp of Speke Road. I am trying to Find my friend Irene McCracken who was confirmed with me at the same time, can anyone help please. 18 July 2008 - Gloucestershire

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