Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Mothers' Union Peterborough ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Mothers' Union appoints Alison Marshall as new Chief Executive](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-appoints-alison-marshall-as-new-chief-executive/) - Mothers’ Union has appointed Alison Marshall as its new Chief Executive, bringing more than 30 years’ experience in international development, advocacy, campaigning and charity leadership to the worldwide Christian movement. Alison is currently Chief Executive of Age International, where she leads work advocating for the rights and needs of older people in low- and middle-income countries, - [Communicate Spring 2026](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-spring-2026/) - Communicate Spring 2026 (click to view) - [Rise Up 2025](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/rise-up-2025/) - Digital Violence Red Chair Rise Up - [Communicate Winter 2025](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-winter-2025/) - Communicate Winter 2025 (click to view) - [Communicate Spring 2025](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-spring-2025/) - Communicate Spring 2025 (click to view) - [Diocese of Peterborough Mothers’ Union Internet Branch](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/diocese-of-peterborough-mothers-union-internet-branch/) - The Internet Branch has been set up to connect members who either cannot get to a meeting, those exploring what Mothers’ Union is about and all members who would like to join in for a time of prayer and fellowship. The meeting, hosted by our Diocesan President, Helen Lynett, is always on the first Tuesday - [Welcoming Her Royal Highness, Duchess of Edinburgh, As Patron](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/welcoming-her-royal-highness-duchess-of-edinburgh-as-patron/) - Mothers’ Union has had the privilege of enjoying royal patronage since its foundation in 1876, and we are delighted that Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Edinburgh, has accepted the invitation to continue this tradition. As our new patron, The Duchess of Edinburgh is committed to helping strengthen families and communities to deal with issues - [Arrangements for Global Day](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/arrangements-for-global-day/) - Saturday 23rd November 2024 As we prepare for the joy of Christmas, Global Day allows us a time of reflection for families suffering various forms of violence and oppression. This year we are continuing to build on our No more 1 in 3 campaign. This highlights the fact that 1 in 3 women around the - [Communicate Winter 2024](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-winter-2024/) - Communicate Winter 2024 (click to view) - [Mothers' Union Diocesan Festival 2024](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-diocesan-festival-2024/) - After a really chilly week, Saturday 14th September dawned bright and sunny, and many cars and 2 ‘Hopper’ buses descended on Peterborough Cathedral for our Diocesan Festival. Around 150 members attended, and all enjoyed watching 30 banners being processed up the centre aisle of the Cathedral, and being acknowledged by our new Bishop, Debbie Sellin. - [Mary Sumner Day Celebrations in Kettering](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mary-sumner-day-celebrations-in-kettering/) - The Members of Kettering MU joined together to give thanks for the life of our founder Mary Sumner at a service at St. Andrews Church Kettering. During the service Hilary Whitwell, Branch Leader of St Andrews enrolled four new members and welcomed back another into Tresham Branch. This was followed by a lovely afternoon tea - [Communicate Spring 2024](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-spring-2024/) - Communicate Spring 2024 (click to view) - [Communicate Winter 2023](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-winter-2023/) - Communicate Winter 2023 (click to view) - [Rise Up – the Mothers' Union Campaign Against Domestic Abuse](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/rise-up-the-mothers-union-campaign-against-domestic-abuse/) - RISE UP Against Domestic Abuse is a Mothers’ Union campaign to raise awareness about domestic abuse. We are working with our members to ensure that as many churches as possible have information about their local domestic abuse helpline. The letters of RISE UP stand for Respond, Inform, Support, Empower, Unite and Pray. Mothers’ Union is - [Communicate Spring 2023](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-spring-2023/) - Communicate Spring 2023 (click to view) - [Communicate Winter 2022](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/communicate-winter-2022/) - Communicate Winter 2022 (click to view) - [Thy Kingdom Come Service](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/thy-kingdom-come-service/) - This year’s MU Thy Kingdom Come service will be live streamed on our Facebook and YouTube at 2pm on Friday 27th May. Save the date now so you don’t miss it! You may like to watch it together with other members and friends of MU. - [Mothers' Union Annual Gathering](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-annual-gathering/) - We are looking forward to the Annual Gathering this year, due to happen in Belfast on 23rd and 24th September. The two-day event will include a celebration service on the Friday (23rd), the main gathering during the day on Saturday and following this an evening concert (both on 24th). Visit Belfast has released a joyful - [Diocesan Festival Report MU March 2022](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/diocesan-festival-report-mu-march-2022/) - Diocesan Festival Report MU March 2022 (click to view) - [Communicate Spring 2022](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/communicate-spring-2022/) - Communicate Spring 2022 (click to view) - [Grapevine Winter 2015](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-winter-2015/) - Click here to read Grapevine Winter 2015 - you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Communicate Winter 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/communicate-winter-2020/) - Communicate Winter 2020 (click to view) - [Mini Communicate June 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/mini-communicate-june-2021/) - Mini Communicate June 2021 (click to view) - [Communicate Winter 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/communicate-winter-2021/) - Communicate Winter 2021 (click to view) - [Get Ready For Global Day](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/get-ready-for-global-day/) - Global Day is Mothers' Union's response to the call for action made during 16 Days of Activism, the worldwide campaign to end violence against women and girls. This year we are coming together on Saturday 27 November, marking it by wearing a purple scarf. We will gather, where possible, for a three-minute silence at 1.03pm - [Mothers’ Union Annual Gathering 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-annual-gathering-2021/) - The Mothers' Union Annual Gathering 2021 was held as a virtual event on Saturday 25 September, streaming on YouTube Premiere. Drawing on our 2021 theme of ‘Rebuilding Hope and Confidence’, this event was a celebration of what we have achieved over the past year and an opportunity to look forward to the future and the - [Celebrating Mothers' Union Worldwide](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/celebrating-mothers-union-worldwide/) - This month it was a joy to welcome Ephena Matthew the Diocesan President of Antigua. She made me very welcome when I was lucky enough to visit Antigua in early 2020. She stayed with me for a week and brought glorious Antiguan sunshine with her. It was a busy week of MU and church activity, - [A Beacon To Women Around The World](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/a-beacon-to-women-around-the-world/) - Mary Sumner has left behind a grand legacy, sowing the seeds of ideas that have led to a movement which now spans the globe, supporting many thousands of people each year. Her vision was a world in which women could hold their rightful place in society. A vision of women as empowered, not only to - [Letter from the Queen](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/letter-from-the-queen/) - Following the death of Prince Philip in April 2021, Jill Cannings, our Diocesan President, sent a card of condolence on behalf of the members of the Mothers' Union of Peterborough Diocese to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. Please read the reply which has now been received. The Queen is the patron of the Mothers' Union. - [Bulletin for May 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/bulletin-for-may-2021/) - Bulletin for May 2021 (click to view) - [Report for March 2021 Forum](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/report-for-march-2021-forum/) - Report for March 2021 Forum (click to view) - [AFIA Report March 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/afia-report-march-2021/) - AFIA Report March 2021 (click to view) - [Photo Competition - Life During Lockdown](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/photo-competition-life-during-lockdown/) - Photo Competition - Life During Lockdown (click to view) - [Communicate Spring 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/communicate-spring-2021/) - Communicate Spring 2021 (click to view) - [UPDATE – Jill’s Walk for Mothers' Union 2021](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/update-jills-walk-for-mothers-union-2021/) - I have come up with the idea of virtually walking the length and breadth of the diocese. The distance north to south from Whissendine to Aynho is 135 kms. West to East from Boddington to Eye is 80kms, making a total of 215 kms. I started daily walks in Weymouth when staying with my daughter - [Celebrating Mothers' Union in My Final Year as Diocesan President](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/celebrating-mothers-union-in-my-final-year-as-diocesan-president/) - As I write this article in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic, there seems little to celebrate. However, this year MU celebrates 145 years since it started in a small Hampshire village and has grown into a worldwide charity with over 4 million members in 84 countries. In the light of a worldwide pandemic - [Working Together To Build God's Kingdom](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/working-together-to-build-gods-kingdom/) - As a lay minister and Mothers’ Union Diocesan President (DP) I am a great believer in lay and ordained working together to build God’s Kingdom. We may have different roles and responsibilities, but are all gifted by God to share the good news of salvation. We may think of it in terms the great commission - [Mothers' Union Service November 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-service-november-2020/) - Due to the pandemic restrictions, we have been unable to meet for Forum and share in a church service as is our custom. Please join us in this service specially recorded for this occasion featuring Jill Cannings, our Diocesan President, Rev. Deborah Marsh, our Diocesan Chaplain, Nat Stiles, and the choir of Uppingham Church. Please - [AFIA Mothers Union Report Autumn 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/afia-mothers-union-report-autumn-2020/) - AFIA Mothers Union Report Autumn 2020 (click to view) - [MU Trustees Annual Report 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mu-trustees-annual-report-2020/) - MU Trustees Annual Report 2020 (click to view) - [Greeting from Nat Stiles – Youth Worker and MU Member](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/greeting-from-nat-stiles-youth-worker-and-mu-member/) - My name is Nat and I am currently about to start my second-year training as a Children and Youth Minister in the Peterborough Diocese. When my training is finished, I will be working for the Rutland Deanery. I live on my family farm, with my husband Pete and two teenage daughters Evie 13 and Abigail - [70km MU Prayer Pilgrimage 2019](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/70km-mu-prayer-pilgrimage-2019/) - To mark her 70th birthday Jill came up with the idea of a walking 70kms on a Prayer Pilgrimage. She identified a 2 week period in July 2019 and Deaneries planned walks. On the first day we were sent off with prayer by the Vice Dean from Peterborough Cathedral. Numerous supporters turned up to see - [Visit of Sheran Harper our World Wide President](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/visit-of-sheran-harper-our-world-wide-president/) - In May 2019 it was a great joy to welcome Mrs Sheran Harper of Guyana who is our new worldwide president. She is a woman of great faith and experience. She has led the parenting programme for MU in many countries, and thereby improved the experiences of countless children and families. She was accompanied by - [Answered Prayers in Antigua](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/answered-prayers-in-antigua/) - Seeking some winter sun, and having never been to the West Indies, I thought I randomly chose Antigua, but have become aware that God's hand was firmly in control. I knew that Mothers' Union in the diocese had a link with NECA. However, I did not fully understand what that meant. In fact, it stands - [Communicate Spring 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/communicate-spring-2020/) - Click here to read Communicate Spring 2020 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Mothers' Union Retreat at Launde Abbey, 12th - 14th October 2020](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-retreat-at-launde-abbey-12th-14th-october-2020/) - DIOCESE OF PETERBOROUGH MOTHERS’ UNION RETREAT Launde Abbey Monday 12th to Wednesday 14th October 2020 Theme: 20/20 Vision MU members are very good at looking after others; we are not always good at looking after ourselves. There were times when Jesus needed to get away from the crowds and spend time in prayer and contemplation. A - [Unforced Rhythms of Grace](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/unforced-rhythms-of-grace/) - Early in October a group of Mothers' Union members from the Diocese went to Launde Abbey, Leicestershire for spiritual refreshment and rest. Over the three days, Rev. Christine Ostler and Rev. Anne Davis led us to reflect on where God is in the daily rhythm of our lives, how to rest in his arms when - [Spotlight on Wellingborough Deanery](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/spotlight-on-wellingborough-deanery/) - Branches: All Hallows All Saints Earls Barton The Harrowdens and Orlingbury Wollaston and Strixton Our Deanery Leader is Barbara Haynes, the past President of the diocesan Mothers’ Union. We come together as a Deanery to meet after Forum, to celebrate at our annual Deanery Festival and to hold a social evening to fund our current - [The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/the-16-days-of-activism-against-gender-based-violence/) - The members in Peterborough Diocese are all taking part in the campaign for the 16 days from November 25th - December 10th. Some branches have held vigils, some have had services using the resources from Mary Sumner House or prayer meetings and some have had displays in their churches to raise awareness. The picture shows - [Message from the President Elect, Jill Cannings](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/message-from-the-president-elect-jill-cannings/) - Sharing my passion for Mother’s Union - in step with God As we prepare for the next triennial I thought I would share a little of my passion for Mothers' Union. I look forward to visiting branches and attending events during my time as your President, and sharing stories together. I often say I was - [50 Years Membership Certificates at Kingsthorpe Branch](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/50-years-membership-certificates-at-kingsthorpe-branch/) - Kingsthorpe Branch were pleased to welcome Barbara, our president, to present 50 years membership certificates to Margaret Glover and Mary Cheer at the morning service at St Mark's Church on the 29th April. At the same service Helen Hickman was enrolled as a new member. The service was followed with cake and nibbles. Ruth, Branch - [Receiving Maundy Money From The Queen](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/receiving-maundy-money-from-the-queen/) - On Maundy Thursday I travelled to Windsor to receive Maundy money from the Queen. All arrangements and the service are meticulously organised. One is invited to attend with a carer/ companion, and my daughter Emma was delighted to take on that role! We stayed overnight in Windsor and arrived early at the appointed car park - [New Diocesan President](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/new-diocesan-president/) - At our forum meeting we elected our new diocesan president for the triennial beginning on 1st January 2019. The president elect is Mrs. Jill Cannings. Congratulations Jill. Peterborough diocese will be in good hands. Barbara Haynes . D.P. - [Grapevine Spring 2018](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-spring-2018/) - Click here to read Grapevine Spring 2018 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Palm Sized Teddies](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/palm-sized-teddies/) - The Mothers’ Union members in the diocese of Peterborough were very pleased to be asked to knit these teddies for Kate to take to Swaziland. The project gripped the imagination of the members, and we found new knitters in our midst. The "teddies with love" pattern was adapted and the enthusiasm accelerated. In fact I - [Trustee Saltshaker Day](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/trustee-saltshaker-day/) - I can see you will all be wondering, what on earth was that about. I quote: "The saltshaker session is a very informal event offering an opportunity to explore together appropriate ways of reflecting God's love through our outreach initiatives. As we do this we will be able to offer each other encouragement and support." - [Commissioning Service](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/commissioning-service/) - What a wonderful service we had for the commissioning of Barbara Haynes, the Trustees, and our Chaplain, Revd Mandy Cuthbertson. It was good to have Bishop Donald with us for the commissioning. The service was inspiring and watching all our members receiving communion was wonderful , giving us a sense of fellowship and belonging to - [Mothers' Union General Meeting](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-general-meeting/) - Our new Worldwide President Lynne Tembey welcomed us all to the meeting, and as usual asked all the Provinces in turn to show their hands. We certainly showed that Peterborough Diocese was there. As well as the five ‘Home’ Provinces there were also delegates from Nigeria and Trinidad & Tobago. Lynne welcomed the Clergy and - [Wheels Appeal Materials](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/wheels-appeal-materials/) - Put the icing on the cake of your summer by organising a Wheels Appeal cake sale to raise vital funds for Mothers’ Union’s Community Development Coordinators. Click here for more information. - [A Great Time Was Had By All](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/a-great-time-was-had-by-all/) - On Monday 15th July I attended the summer fayre and lunch at St. Benedict’s, in Hunsbury. There were stalls where we could buy some early Christmas presents or plants or we could chance our luck on the tombola, yes, I won a Christmas pudding…that’s a job I won’t have to do this year! Mothers’ Union - [Away From It All... but only as far as Oundle](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/away-from-it-all-but-only-as-far-as-oundle/) - Oundle branch have always been strong supporters of the A.F.I.A. holiday project, both by fund raising and also with prayer. On 6th August they invited Jean one of our project coordinators [Joy was on holiday] to their meeting. Jean told them about how the scheme runs and showed them a picture graph of makeup of - [Wellingborough Deanery Bazaar](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/wellingborough-deanery-bazaar/) - There was a great variety of stalls to browse over and many different items, from cakes to books and toiletries to be purchased on 6th September. The atmosphere was excellent and for the members it was so good for each of us to be working with and getting to know members of each branch in - [The Seeds That Were Sown Have Flourished](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/the-seeds-that-were-sown-have-flourished/) - On Sunday 8th September during the Family Communion service in St Mary Magdalene church, Helmdon, I enrolled our new rector Reverend Carole Peters and Celia Terrey as new members of the Astwell Branch. Ann Smith- Branch leader Astwell MU - [Special Occasion Cards](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/special-occasion-cards/) - Just a reminder that I would like to send cards on behalf of the MU in the diocese if I know the circumstance. These might be 'thinking of you cards' to the very poorly members and Golden Wedding Anniversary cards and every five years after that. Also 90th birthday and every five years after. Please - [Kettering Deanery Festival](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/kettering-deanery-festival/) - Photos taken at Kettering Deanery Festival in the summer - you can click each image to enlarge. - [New Mothers' Union Branch and 24 New Members at West Haddon Church](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/new-mothers-union-branch-and-24-new-members-at-west-haddon-church/) - Against a declining membership roll in this country it is exciting to report that on Sunday 24th November 2013 at All Saints’ Church, West Haddon, The Right Reverend John Holbrook, Bishop of Brixworth, enrolled twenty-four new members into Mothers’ Union. Together with one member already enrolled and two members transferring from another branch they will - [Kettering Deanery Saints and Angels](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/kettering-deanery-saints-and-angels/) - MU Kettering - Mothers' Union game Meet the new member. A different type of Beetle Drive for MU members. We decided to have some fun at our November meeting. The game differs from a conventional Beetle Drive because “we are all heart” so to get started we need to throw a six for a heart - [A Happy Start to 2014](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/a-happy-start-to-2014/) - Six new members enrolled. New members were enrolled at the morning service which included a baptism. The new members were supported by their children and grand children. Altogether a very happy occasion. - [Mary Itoo](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mary-itoo/) - I met Mary on my previous visit to Kenya when she showed me the Solar Stove, which she was introducing to Mothers' Union members. When I went this time I gave her the money which you had donated so that she could provide families in need with a solar stove. She showed me the beads and the wires which - [50 Years As a Mothers’ Union Member](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/50-years-as-a-mothers-union-member/) - Mrs Doreen Littlewood has celebrated 50 years as a Mothers’ Union member. Barbara Haynes, Diocesan president, visited her at home to present her with her long service certificate. It was lovely that a few of the members from Brackley branch were able to come along for the celebration. Well done Doreen. Thank you for your - [Visit Of the Bishop of Busan, One of Our Link Dioceses](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/visit-of-the-bishop-of-busan-one-of-our-link-dioceses/) - The Right Reverend Onesimus Park, bishop of Busan diocese in Korea came recently to England to attend a conference in Canterbury for recently appointed bishops or baby bishops as he described them. He spent a few days in Peterborough diocese and we took him to Oxford. Here he is at the foot of the Martyrs’ - [Trustees' Quiet Day](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/trustees-quiet-day/) - The trustees enjoyed an opportunity to spend time together to relax, be inspired, and to concentrate on being at one with our Lord away from the hustle and bustle of the world. We are grateful to Graham, the vicar of West Haddon, who led us with readings and worship. During our quiet times activities to - [Double Celebration](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/double-celebration/) - I was very pleased to be asked to attend the service at St. Peter and St. James, Brackley for the commissioning of Judith Perkins as the new branch leader. It was also a good opportunity to thank Jill Knight for all her work in the past 6 years… enjoy a break now Jill. At the - [Activity Quilts for Adults](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/activity-quilts-for-adults/) - When a person has dementia they may become very bewildered about their environment and often become agitated and begin plucking at their clothing. These quilts enable them to be distracted and provide a constructive activity. The aim is to maintain finger skills with buttons, zips, ribbons and Velcro and provide stimulation and conversation topics. The - [Peterborough Diocese "Starburst" Saturday](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/peterborough-diocese-starburst-saturday/) - The Mothers' Union were very pleased to be offered a stand at Starburst to inform both the clergy and lay members about Mothers’ Union and especially the Away From It All holiday scheme. We found this opportunity very valuable and were pleased to be included in this Diocesan event. - [All Hallows Mothers’ Union 80th Anniversary Celebrations](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/all-hallows-mothers-union-80th-anniversary-celebrations/) - We celebrated our anniversary on May 17th with a special Eucharist and Tea Party. We were joined by guests from the Diocese, branch members from the Deanery and both past and present members of our Mothers’ Union. The service was conducted by Father Tony Lynett and the Rev Mandy Cuthbertson and most members of our - [Mothers’ Union Quiet Day at Weedon Bec](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-quiet-day-at-weedon-bec/) - About 30 members gathered together to relax and revive our spiritual life at the lovely location of Weedon Bec. The countryside is beautiful. There was a canal walk and a pocket park to explore in the quiet times, and it was soon easy to become absorbed by our thoughts and ignore the trains that I - [Kilkenny Cathedral](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/kilkenny-cathedral/) - Whilst holidaying in Southern Ireland we visited Kilkenny Cathedral. What should greet us on our entry but this beautiful banner. Inside the Cathedral there was a Mothers' Union table complete with display boards and an MU visitors book which I was pleased to sign. How wonderful to see MU so proudly displayed. Hazel Goodman - [An Inspired Afternoon](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/an-inspired-afternoon/) - The pictures show a taste of the ‘Inspired Afternoon’ held on Saturday, there will be a document on the site in the very near future. - [Quiet Evening in Oundle](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/quiet-evening-in-oundle/) - The “Quiet Evening” in St. Peters Oundle gave us two hours of precious time for meditation and reflection on the ideals of St. Ignatius Loyola. The members felt refreshed and renewed by the encouragements given by the Archdeacon of Oakham, The Venerable Gordon Steele. We were given a warm welcome by the Oundle members. Barbara - [Kettering Deanery Members Visit Leicester Cathedral](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/kettering-deanery-members-visit-leicester-cathedral/) - Kettering deanery members joined the diocesan trip to Leicester cathedral, where the body of Richard III will finally be laid to rest. They enjoyed an informative tour and the day was fittingly concluded with a Eucharist. Hazel Goodman. - [Wave of Prayer Factsheets](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/wave-of-prayer-factsheets/) - Click here to download the Wave of Prayer Factsheets - you will need a PDF reader installed on your machine to do so. - [Mothers’ Union Diocesan Awareness Day - May 16th 2015](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-diocesan-awareness-day-may-16th-2015/) - In every deanery in the diocese of Peterborough the members are already planning events for our awareness day. Maybe there will be coffee mornings, afternoon teas, craft sales or other events still to be announced. Whatever the event there will definitely be information about what we do, literature about Mothers’ Union and local and diocesan - [“It Is Finished” Jill and Peter Complete Their Half Marathon For Charity](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/it-is-finished-jill-and-peter-complete-their-half-marathon-for-charity/) - Our aches and pains as we did the Reading half marathon were nothing at all compared with the suffering and passion of Jesus. Despite being without sin he paid the ultimate sacrifice for our salvation. For that we give thanks this Holy Week and Easter Day. However, there were times when the mile markers reminded - [Inspired Folder April 2015](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/inspired-folder-april-2015/) - This folder has been compiled as a result of the Inspired Afternoon held on Saturday 13th September 2014. The feedback from the day was positive and everyone went home truly ‘inspired’. All the project ideas brought to the afternoon have been placed into a variety of categories, which we hope are easily understood. We hope - [Starburst Event](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/starburst-event/) - On Saturday 9th May the Mothers’ Union had a stand at the STARBURST children’s event at All Saints Primary school in Northampton. The day had two keynote speakers who showed how bible stories can be brought to life through drama, costumes and props. Our stand illustrated how Mothers’ Union supports families in the diocese and - [Mothers' Union Support for the Youth Mission in This Diocese](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-support-for-the-youth-mission-in-this-diocese/) - A Week of Prayer for this Generation of Young People and the Next Churches all over the Diocese are joining together in October 2015 for an inspiring week of prayer for the young people in their Parish, and for youth work in their Deaneries. Whilst we really hope that very many youth groups all over - [Mothers’ Union Appoints New Chief Executive](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mothers-union-appoints-new-chief-executive/) - Mrs Beverley Jullien has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Christian membership charity, Mothers’ Union. During her successful career in both the corporate and education sectors Beverley Jullien has been at the vanguard of women’s representation at senior board level, including leading the merger of Astra and Zeneca in the UK in 2000 - [Lynne Tembey Visits the Diocese](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/lynne-tembey-visits-the-diocese/) - We have had an exciting few days as Lynne Tembey, the Worldwide President of the Mothers' Union has visited the Diocese, arriving on the Wednesday evening of the 9th September and left late afternoon on Saturday 12th September. In that time, Lynne met Indoor and Diocesan members who attended a service in the Lady Chapel - [Beyond the 16th Day. Moving Forward to End Violence Against Women and Girls](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/beyond-the-16th-day-moving-forward-to-end-violence-against-women-and-girls/) - The conference was held on 25th November the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence. It was opened by Mothers'Union Chief Executive Bev. Jullien. Those attending were not just M.U. members but other organisations committed to the cause. The day comprised 3 sessions with a Keynote speaker. Session 1 Cyber stalking. This - [Mad Or What Again! – More Fundraising For MU](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mad-or-what-again-more-fundraising-for-mu/) - Last year I did a half marathon and pledged never to go through that sort of thing again. However, as the Mother’s Union celebrates 140 years I stupidly hatched the plan to play 140 holes of golf in one week. That’s a lot of golf and walking and searching for balls. During the summer I - [Mary Sumner Day Celebration - Brackley Deanery](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/mary-sumner-day-celebration-brackley-deanery/) - This year we celebrate the wonderful achievement of Mothers’ Union growing from such a small beginning 140 years ago to the massive worldwide movement it has now become. At a deanery meeting we were discussing what we could do to celebrate this marvelous anniversary. By chance our deanery treasurer had resigned and Helen Overson the daughter - [Grapevine Spring 2016](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-spring-2016/) - Click here to read Grapevine Spring 2016 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Trustee Quiet Day, January 2016](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/trustee-quiet-day-january-2016/) - To begin the new triennial the trustees met together for a quiet day in West Haddon. The conductor was Rev Mandy Cuthbertson, our diocesan chaplain. Mandy chose the theme 'For all that has been... thank you. For all that shall be. Yes please,' a quote from Doug Hammerskjold. We spent the morning quietly thinking what - [Inspired Folder, Updated April 2016](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/inspired-folder-updated-april-2016/) - "Inspired" is a folder that is constantly reviewed and adjusted. We are pleased to share this update. We hope you will adopt one or more of the ideas from the folder in your branch or deanery. Each page can be downloaded separately from the website. Take a look at what is needed in your parish - [Congratulations, Jill](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/congratulations-jill/) - Jill completed her challenge to play 140 holes of golf in a week. She was very well supported by family, golf club members, church members and Mothers’ Union members and she wishes to thank them all. On the Thursday she was accompanied by Bishop John Holbrook, the bishop of Brixworth, the sun continued to shine - [All Saints Wellingborough Mothers' Union Hospital Visit](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/all-saints-wellingborough-mothers-union/) - The members of All Saints Wellingborough Mothers' Union have been collecting small toiletries for the use of children who find themselves in Kettering Hospital in an emergency. This resulted in a very interesting visit to the Skylark Ward. We were given a tour of the many facilities that this new children's ward has to offer. - [Update on Helen's 140 Mile Sponsored Walk](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/update-on-helens-140-mile-sponsored-walk/) - On a beautiful summer evening last week, when it wasn’t too hot or raining, Helen walked with Ann the branch leader, Audrey and Jenny branch members, Barbara the diocesan president and Chris a great supporter, as part of her 140 miles as for the 140th anniversary of Mothers’ Union. Helen has almost completed her target. - [Grapevine Winter 2016](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-winter-2016/) - Click here to read Grapevine Winter 2016 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Uppingham Branch Continuing Their Good Work](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/uppingham-branch-continuing-their-good-work/) - Join the MU heritage Do you recognise the people in the photo below? Audrey Day MU member (far right) hosted a gathering of MU branch leaders. In order of service we have Brenda Mason, Edna Quinlan, Ione Roseveare. Elizabeth Megahey. Sonja Lennon and Chris. Chris Maskell was followed by Robin Robson and I followed her - [16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/news/16-days-of-activism-against-gender-violence/) - Begins on 25th November and ends on 10th December 2016 Join us for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, to call for an end to all forms of violence against women and girls - One in three women across the world will be affected by domestic violence at some point in their life. Some - [16 Days Of Activism Against Gender Violence Vigil 2nd December at Saints Peter and Paul Kettering](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/16-days-of-activism-against-gender-violence-vigil-2nd-december-at-saints-peter-and-paul-kettering/) - On a cold and bright December morning 16 members of MU from Branches throughout the Diocese met for our Vigil. At 11.00 we commenced with Mary's Story. Candles were lit, prayers said and readings but most of the time was taken up with silent prayers and thoughts. I thought during the Vigil that we were - [New Mothers' Union Chaplain Commissioned](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/new-mothers-union-chaplain-commissioned/) - On Sunday March 5th during the choral evensong at Peterborough cathedral, Bishop John Holbrook commissioned the new Mothers’ Union chaplain for Peterborough diocese, Canon Anne Davis. This was a very happy occasion. A number of Mothers’ Union members attended the service to support Rev. Anne. - [Grapevine Spring 2017](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-spring-2017/) - Click here to read Grapevine Spring 2017 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Celebrating 125 Years at the Kingsthorpe Branch](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/celebrating-125-years-at-the-kingsthorpe-branch/) - On the 26th of April 1892 the inaugural meeting of the Kingsthorpe Branch of Mothers’ Union was held in the school in Kingsthorpe Village. On the 26th of April 2017 we celebrated 125 years with a celebratory/thanksgiving service led by Rev Rachel and Bishop John. Canon Ann Davis, the new Mothers’ Union Chaplain, led the - [Kettering Deanery Festival 2017](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/kettering-deanery-festival-2017/) - The president, Barbara Haynes, enrolled Rev. Ruth Colby from Rothwell at the Kettering Deanery Festival. Welcome, Ruth. - [President's Visit to Werrington Branch](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/presidents-visit-to-werrington-branch/) - The little shoes were made by MU members and friends to give to the children after the Celebrating Baptism service as a reminder of their journey with Jesus. - [Centenary Service for St. Matthews' Mothers' Union, Eye](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/centenary-service-for-st-matthews-mothers-union-eye/) - This was a very happy, celebratory evening at Eye. As we waited for the service to start we listened to the music group playing and watched a Powerpoint of pictures about the history of the branch. The service was very well attended by members of the branch, the deanery and the diocese who really enjoyed - [Diocesan A.G.M.](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/diocesan-a-g-m/) - At the diocesan A.G.M. Bishop John was our speaker. He told us about his visits to Sudan where one of our prayer links, Rumbek, is. It was really good to get to know about the people there and to realise about the problems that they have to overcome and also their enthusiasm for Mothers' Union. - [Mothers' Union Celebrations at Abington Church](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-celebrations-at-abington-church/) - Abington Church Mothers’ Union were delighted that Barbara Haynes, Diocesan President, accepted their invitation for her to present two long service awards on Sunday 8th October. Pamela Cummings and Margaret Kirby have each been an MU member for 60 years and so it was a very special occasion celebrating this achievement during the 10 am - [Greater Northampton Deanery Annual Deanery Fair](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/greater-northampton-deanery-annual-deanery-fair/) - Greater Northampton Deanery held their Annual Deanery Fair on Saturday 14th October which was opened by Hazel our Vice President. We managed to raise £535 which will be donated to the London Diocese Grenfell Tower A F I A appeal and The South Sudan Appeal. - [Walking for Mothers' Union](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/walking-for-mothers-union/) - On Saturday 14th October some of us 'walked for Mothers' Union'. For the most agile it was 5 km for the less agile i.e. me, it was 2.5 km. During the walks we attracted attention from the other members of the public who went about their business. Questions were asked and answers given. It is - [Members of Mothers' Union Meet Together](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/members-of-mothers-union-meet-together/) - Pauline Jacobs and Hazel Goodman, friends of Northamptonshire Historic Churches Trust met up at the Study Day on 12th August in Guilsbrough Church, where they spent a time of fellowship beside the MU Banner. Both Pauline and Hazel are MU Unit Committee members. They spent the rest of the day with other friends of NHCT - [Frances Lunch Club](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/frances-lunch-club/) - During the October half term the children (and their families) who attended the Frances Lunch Club had great fun doing Autumn craft activities. They also ate well of course. The photographs show some of the results and the lovely happy faces. The time together was enjoyed by all. Lyn, project co-ordinator. *photos are shown with - [Mothers' Union in Barbados](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/mothers-union-in-barbados/) - In October 2017 I visited my family in Barbados and was able to join the Mothers' Union for a meeting. The Mothers' Union branch was the Holy Trinity, St Philips, Barbados. They meet on the second Saturday in the month, in the afternoon. They start with worship, using the MU blue and red prayer books - [Grapevine Winter 2017](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/grapevine-winter-2017/) - Click here to read Grapevine Winter 2017 – you will need software capable of reading PDFs - [Inspired Folder, Updated November 2017](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/resources/inspired-folder-updated-november-2017/) - “Inspired” is a folder that is constantly reviewed and adjusted. We are pleased to share this update. We hope you will adopt one or more of the ideas from the folder in your branch or deanery. Each page can be downloaded separately from the website. Take a look at what is needed in your parish - [Travelling Nativity Success Story](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/travelling-nativity-success-story/) - Our Mothers’ Union branch has knitted three nativity sets which go to different reception class children’s homes each night during Advent. One of the mums has videoed her son with it and this is what we’ve been sent. The mum is happy for you to use this and put it on the MU website if - [Visit to Pitsford Branch](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/visit-to-pitsford-branch/) - I spent a very happy and exciting afternoon with the members of Pitsford branch when I was able to enrol five new members. There are also two more new members waiting to be enrolled who were unable to be there. Thank you to branch leader Anne for your enthusiasm that led to new members wanting - [Long Service Award at Oakham](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/long-service-award-at-oakham/) - It was a great surprise to Joyce Halliday when she was awarded her 60 year long service certificate. Joyce thought that she was attending the monthly Communion service at the home where she is now a resident. There was certainly a look of surprise when her son wheeled her in and she saw that that - [Vigils for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/vigils-for-16-days-of-activism-against-gender-based-violence/) - Several branches in the diocese held vigils during the sixteen days. Awareness was raised and prayers offered. - [Abington Church Festival of Angels](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/past-events/abington-church-festival-of-angels/) - In November Abington Church held its first ever 'Festival of Angels'. So I hear you say, what is this? I would describe it like a flower festival but with all things to do with angels! All the church groups were invited to produce a display with an angel theme (we were asked to be creative!), ## Pages - [Home](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/) - Welcome to the website of Mothers' Union Peterborough. Find information on the organisation, membership, events and more. - [Crafting](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/crafting/) - Mothers' Union members enjoy making gifts of love by knitting, crocheting and sewing. See patterns below - click on the link to download the pattern. Knitted Pencil Cases Fabric Pencil Cases Fabric Bags (also see addendum below) Fabric Bags Addendum Knitted Prayer Rectangles for Prisoners Prayer Squares Knitted Twiddlemuff Knitted Scarf Knitted Blanket Knitted Teddy - [Prayer](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/prayer/) - Mothers' Union Prayer Loving Lord, we thank you for your love so freely given to us all. 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This enables people who have a specific interest in any of the areas to be a part of that community, which spreads ideas and encourages involvement. The communities of - [Get Away From It All Holidays](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/about-mothers-union/what-do-we-do/get-away-from-it-all-holidays/) - Providing funding for families who wouldn't normally be able to have a holiday. One of the aims of the Mothers' Union is to help support family life and a practical way in which we can do this is through the AFIA holiday scheme. This is a countrywide project organised, supported and funded by Mothers' Union - [Join Mothers' Union](https://www.mothersunionpeterborough.org/join-mothers-union/) - Membership of the Mothers' Union is open to all who have been baptised in the name of the Holy Trinity and who declare support for the Aim and Objects of the Mothers' Union. How to join You can become a member by joining your local branch. 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