diocesan news
Massive Mothers’ Meeting
Over 200 members of the Mothers' Union from all over the Diocese of Swansea & Brecon converged on The Cathedral church of St John the Evangelist in Brecon last Friday. The occasion was a service to celebrate the work of the Mothers' Union and to admit to office Trustees and area leaders. The Mothers’ Union in Swansea runs a play area in Swansea Prison;Offers holidays to families under stress; Supports families at refuge centres; Raises funds for overseas projects.
Mothers' Union is an international Christian charity that seeks to support families worldwide. It was founded in 1876 by Mary Sumner.
In 81 countries, members share one heartfelt vision - to bring about a world where God's love is shown through loving, respectful and flourishing relationships. This is not a vague hope, but a goal they actively pursue through prayer, programmes, policy work and community relationships. By supporting marriage and family life, especially through times of adversity, they tackle the most urgent needs challenging relationships and communities.
Members are not all mothers, or even all women. Single, married, parents, grandparents, or young adults just beginning to express their social conscience. For all 4 million members what Mothers' Union provides is a network through which they can serve Christ in their own community - through prayer, financial support and actively working at the grassroots level in programmes that meet local needs. They lobby local and national governments on issues affecting family life and campaign to challenge legislation that neglects the vulnerable and marginalised. Mothers' Union are also represented at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
For more information on The Mothers' Union in the Diocese of Swansea and Brecon see www.swanseaandbreconmu.org.uk or worldwide
www.themothersunion.org
Pictured with the Bishop of Swansea & Brecon The Rt. Rev’d. John Davies and The Dean of Brecon the Very Rev’d. Geoffrey Marshall are the trustees of the Swansea & Brecon Mothers' Union.