The Nicholas Family
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The Nicholas family outside St. Dunstan's College, Lewisham, London. It was at this College that Paul & Jannine Nicholas were awarded top Academic Scholarships after passing the entrance exams with distinctions. During their time there, the appointed Headmasters were Mr. B. D. Dance (-July 1993), Mr. J. D. Moore (1993-July 1997), Mr. D. I. Davies (September 1997-2004), and Mrs. Fiona Cordeaux (September 2004-2006). Mrs. Cordeaux was once Deputy Head of Wimbledon High School. Interestingly, Dr. Anthony F. Seldon was Deputy Headmaster there whilst Paul studied, later becoming the 13th Master of Wellington College. 23rd May 2014: We pray for Mrs. Joanna Seldon, committing her into the comforting arms of our Lord.
Read about Paul graduating from Cambridge University
Read why Jannine's photo appeared in the Croydon Advertiser, 31st August 2007
Saida's Background
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The Aga Khan School, Kampala, Uganda
The above photograph is the school Saida attended in Kampala, Uganda, located on Makerere Road, Old Kampala. Saida completed her secondary/senior education in the United Kingdom. It's a story worth reading. The Aga Khan School, one of the foundational schools, was funded by Prince Aga Khan through the Aga Khan Development Network, a charitable agency.
Above: The iconic "Jamat Khana", Old Kampala. Whilst Saida was growing up in Kampala, she followed her family to meet Prince Karim Aga Khan IV in the beautifully decorated "Jamat Khana". On the few occasions he visited Uganda, thousands came to see him, including Ismailis from across Africa honoring him as their spiritual leader. Now and then, we pass a "Jamat Khana" on Addiscombe Road, Croydon, opposite the Sandilands tram stop. 20th April 2023: We grieve the loss of Saida's sister-in-law, Yasmin Baloo, and will attend her funeral at the Jamat Khana.
This photo was taken in 1991. Seated (L-R): Sadhru Tarmohamud, his wife Roshan (Saida's sister), Naseem, Bahadur Baloo (her sister & brother). Standing (L-R): Shellina née Tarmohamud, Nizar Baloo, Nazma, Mahmud Tarmohamud. Nizar resides in Surrey, UK; the rest in Vancouver, Canada. Bahadur passed away peacefully on 16th April 2020 at 6pm; his funeral was on 24th April 2020 in Surrey, Canada. We had a grand time with him in 2016 but couldn't attend due to Covid-19.
How We Met
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Anton was an orthodox, ultra-conservative Roman Catholic daily communicant. Jesus appeared in a three-dimensional vision in July 1979 near the Pyrénées, mandating his marriage to Saida, a born-again evangelical. Read what happened.
This is St. Mark's Church, Kennington, during the 1980s, where our marriage took place on 23rd April 1983. 2012: Congratulations to Rev. Stephen Coulson, new Vicar of St. Mark's, formerly of St. Mark's, Mitcham.
The vision showed the marriage scene, fulfilled exactly as seen. Saida, anointed with tears by the Holy Spirit, softened her views on Catholics. Despite demonic attacks, our marriage stands on Jesus' solid foundation (Luke 6:48, Matthew 7:25). Read the last four paragraphs for more.
Our Wedding at St. Mark's Church
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Anton and Saida's Wedding Ceremony — Watch on YouTube
This event on 23rd April 1983 confirmed the vision.
Plaque Dedication
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This event took place on Saturday, 30th June 2007 at St. Mark's Church, Kennington. Marigold Rivett-Carnac blessed the plaque in the presence of Sir Miles James Rivett-Carnac (d. 15th Sept 2009), Lady April, and 200 others. Our family joined the congregation, reconnecting with old friends.
Anthea Dimitri-Fotiou, a former St. Mark's preacher, now works with Asia Alive in the USA, setting up a Prayer Centre. Sir Miles' obituary (Times, 13th Oct 2009) notes his naval and banking career.
Jannine at Alleyn's
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Jannine at Alleyn's Junior School, Dulwich (2000/2001): Form 5W, with Anna Putt, Augustus Lonsdale, teacher Miss W. Tyler, Alexander Ooi, and Angeli Jeyarajah. Miss Tyler left in January 2002 for Dean Close Preparatory School. Headmistress Mrs. Bridget Weir and Headmaster Dr. Colin Niven led during this time. Jannine completed her junior education in July 2002. Read her Cambridge journey.
Saida at Work
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Saida at work in a neonatal ward, now modernized. On 1st July 1997, she fainted from intense pain here. Capture her deliverance.
Saida at Work, BBC feature — Watch on YouTube
Featured on BBC 1 at peak time.
Our Children: Paul & Jannine
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Paul memorized Psalm 1 young, earning the Noble Award (age 7), Exhibition Award (age 10), and a 100% scholarship (age 16) after 10 A* GCSEs. He received a Certificate of Distinction in the 2000 Invitational Mathematics Challenge and graduated as an Actuary from Christ's College, Cambridge. View his exciting website.
Jannine memorized the Lord's Prayer at age 3, wrote out 24 Bible books, and won scholarships to St. Dunstan's and Sydenham High at age 11. Her name appeared in The Times (25th June 2002) for a top scholarship. She graduated from St. John's, Cambridge, 28th June 2012, after attending Old Palace School, awarded Independent School of the Year 2005-2006. Latest updates.
Valerie Meilton
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On 16th January 1999, at Valerie's house in Claygate, Surrey, her mother's final words were, "Please take care of my only daughter," before passing three days later. We've since adopted her into our family.
Valerie Meilton, Chief Dietitian at Guy's Hospital, joined Anton's prayer ministry in 1987. After a revelation, she resigned her secure post, trusting God. Anton's prayer foundation delivered her from depression, leading to a successful private practice. In 2001, we gifted her a two-week trip to Malaysia, staying in a four-star hotel in Penang, thanks to a Christian businessman's generosity. More on dietetic consultations.
Our Prayer Chapel
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Our Prayer Chapel — Watch on YouTube
Our Chapel, built miraculously behind our garage, is ready for strategic prayer. Finances came unexpectedly from unaware individuals and organizations.
Out of nowhere, 21st April 2023, suddenly a Chapel arose from the dust at the back of our house. Our builders, who are not Christian believers, stand amazed and in awe as to what is happening with this construction. They keep telling me that we were just building an extension—that's all. They are actually encouraging me on how to make it an impressive Chapel. Many prayers and intercessions will be expressed in this special Chapel.
Paul's Baptism
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A unique moment for our son Paul Nicholas. Watch the video to see why immersion was mandatory, bringing an unexplainable impartation.
Paul's Baptism by Immersion — Watch on YouTube
Saida's Arrival in the UK
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Saida landed at Heathrow Airport as a shy teenager, met by tough fanatical media photographers who insisted on taking her photo. She felt embarrassed and humiliated, placing both hands on her face. She arrived long before the mass Asian Ugandan exodus began, fleeing from tyrannical President Amin. Read the story of Saida's grandmother, Dadima Avalbai Baloo, a formidable entrepreneur in Kampala around 1910.
There's no explanation for this unpleasant experience at the airport, other than that the kingdom of darkness might have had a presupposition that she was destined for a powerful visitation with Our Lord Jesus Christ in the UK. Although covered under the British Nationality Act as a Ugandan Protectorate, she was entitled to full British citizenship, securing her place at a top Grammar School.
Saida's Evangelism at St. Mark's
Saida worked as the assistant Evangelist at St. Marks.
She worked alongside David John Lamb and Joyce Lamb.
Saida lived by faith for her daily needs.
On our wedding day, Rev. Nicholas Rivett-Carnac publicly proclaimed Saida as the very first 'tent-making' evangelist from St. Mark's, Kennington.
The following friendships shaped and boosted our early Christian life. Alan Meyer, the late Pippa Meyer, Danny John Mc'Gill, Gerry Kearney {originally from Ireland}, Steve Burton, Jonathan Gwilt and Joseph Niles (originally hailing from Brickfields Kuala Lumpur).
It was in his prestigious home in Brickfields that my visionary grandfather B P Nicholas conceived the idea of forming one the first original Malaysian Banks, The Oriental Bank of Malaya Ltd.
The other individual who helped us spiritually was Anthea Dimitri - Fotiou. We were also acquainted with her late husband Marco Dimitri, who was a very good friend of mine. They had a daughter named Rebecca.
Saida's foundation was etched out after leaving home, when she joined a Christian Community located at Crewdson Road, Oval, London SW9.
She stayed with a group of believers commencing May 1977. It was led by Spencer and Helen Scrutton who now reside in Australia. Others in the Community included Reverend Dr. Robert Ward.
- Click to explore Saida's sacrifice and omission from history.
Saida evangelized with David and Joyce Lamb at St. Mark's Church, Kennington, yet her name was totally omitted from a book referencing the church. The photo above shows Saida standing alongside David Lamb and Joyce Lamb at the back. This photo was taken on a holiday in Switzerland.
She sacrificed her nursing career, qualifying as a Registered Nurse from King's College Hospital (October 1977) and as a Registered Sick Children's Nurse at Great Ormond Street (July 1980).
She worked at Belgrave Children's Hospital until April 1981, surrendering her career in May 1981 for full-time evangelism. The Nursing Administration offered her a Ward Sister's post, which she declined.
Saida's earliest foundation was etched out after leaving home, when she joined a Christian Community located at Crewdson Road, Oval, London SW9.
Saida originally stayed with a group of believers commencing May 1977. It was led by Spencer and Helen Scrutton. They arrived at St. Marks after being involved with a thriving Christian Community in Indonesia.
Among others who stayed in the Community House included Russell Ewens, Nick Jewitt, Maxine Bartlett and Reverend Dr. Robert Ward now residing in Newcastle.
Dr. Robert Ward led a very active Church, St. Lukes Newcastle. He is married to Reverend Alice Ward.
It was at this Community House at Crewdson Road that the friendship between us started on Saturday 7th November 1981. It was through a party organised by the leaders.
The conversation between us started well but tension arose when we realised that Saida was an on fire Evangelical Christian and Anton was a true blue, truly grounded Orthodox Roman Catholic.
Saida spent weekends with David and Joyce in Balham, praying, fasting, and holidaying together, including a 1982 trip to Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland, hosted by Anne Liddell-Grainger.
This is the video that Anton proclaimed to the world on how Our Dear Lord instructed Anton & Saida to fly to Malaysia, where God the Holy Spirit would guide them to find a life partner for their son Paul.
Malaysia Mission video — Watch on YouTube
Saida's Complex Trauma
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At a top North London Grammar School, Saida, the only Asian girl, faced rejection from Caucasian boys during exams, sitting next to her reluctantly. This, compounded by her father's death at 16 months and a solo flight from Uganda at 13, left deep wounds. Her agonizing experiences were never ministered to adequately, with prophetic words often superficial. Read her deliverance story.
Saida celebrating a very special birthday. She became a committed Christian at 16 on Easter Sunday, the only family member to do so, lacking familial spiritual guidance. Now, she's confident in Christ Jesus' presence.
Prophetic Word for 2024
Both physical & spiritual kingdom wars will rage, intensifying attacks on Christian marriages. Saida's past associations impaired her walk with Jesus (Romans 1:25, Luke 14:11). We proclaim freedom from these, moving into 'Goshen territory' with prayer and scripture. The 2024 Prophetic Word urges us to move speedily into a safe spiritual arena. I commenced my daily night vigil on 9th August 2021, feeling comforted by His Presence every night.
We soundproofed the Chapel to proclaim names of those who hindered Saida, rocketing prayers to Heaven's Court Room (Psalm 55:12-13).
Prayer Vigil
On 18th Sept 2010, 80,000 sang "Lead Kindly Light" at Hyde Park. Over 181,000 viewers have experienced its comfort.
Hyde Park Prayer Vigil, "Lead Kindly Light" — Watch on YouTube
Protection of the Lord
We pray Psalm 91 and Ephesians 6:10-20 daily, trusting Joel 2:24-26 for restoration as Saida resumes nursing in paediatric and neonatal care. Job opportunities are opening up, fulfilling her years of experience.
Global Context
12th October 2023: Amir Tsarfati reports Israelis of all walks asking for prayers amid war. Lance Wallnau echoes this, with family in Israel pleading for prayer. Yoel Ben David of Jews for Jesus notes Russian Jews requesting Bibles during this Middle East conflict.