It’s not every day that you find out you have a hero in your midst, but Bryan Cross, who’s been a part of our church for many years, might just tick the box… and he’s received a special award!
Bryan has been honoured by no less than King Charles himself – he’s been awarded the British Empire Medal in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours list.
Bryan was recognised for 40 years of dedicated service to the community of Surrey.
Bryan served as Mayor of Woking in 2007–08 and was a local councillor for 17 years. His impact goes beyond the political realm though. He’s been a governor at two local schools (Sythwood and Woking High), a volunteer with organisations like Woking Foodbank, Citizens Advice, and many more, including our church’s Welcome Works initiatives, the things we do to serve those in need in our own community and beyond.
Bryan is a great example of someone putting their Christian faith into action, and he’s a reminder of how much someone can do to help shape a town through a life of quiet, consistent care and service, motivated by their faith in Jesus.
Make sure you say a big “WELL DONE” to him when you see him.
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All round Good Egg, Bryan also had a long and sucesful carreer as an accountant and used to keep wicket for the church cricket team back in the day!Well deserved, Bryan.
That’s a team we need to restart!
Well deserved, I’ve been impresssed by Bryans quiet integrity and work ethic ever since I first joined Percy Street in 1967.
Keith Young