Mothers Union
The Mothers Union at St Christopher’s Hinchley Wood is a small branch of a very large organisation. It is an international Christian charity that seeks to support families worldwide. In 83 countries our members share a vision to bring about a world where God’s love is shown through respectful, loving and flourishing relationships. Our members are not all mothers; or even all women. Our 4 million members are made up of females, males, single and married people, parents and grandparents.
At a local level, here in Hinchley Wood, we have a regular programme of events throughout the year supporting, not only the work of the parish of Hinchley Wood, but also many of the MU international projects. We have fun at the same time and welcome anyone who would like to come along and join us.
MEETING DATES 2025
Sunday 12th January at St. Christopher’s Church.
10am service will include MU prayers and content, followed by coffee
Prayers by Jean Hoseason, Reading by Denice Tinson
11.15am in the St. Christopher’s Church for the AGM. Coffee provided after the service – do bring it to the meeting.
Tuesday 11th February 10 – 11.30am
Join Connections at Holy Trinity Claygate. There will be an MU table and information about the Grandparenting For Faith.
Wednesday 19th March 2.30pm
Lent reflection
Tuesday 25th March 11am
Lady Day Eucharist and Commissioning Service in Guildford Cathedral. Could have lunch afterwards.
It would be good to have the MU banners from all our local churches. Can you carry yours in the parade?
Wednesday 9th April 2.30pm
Planning for our Pilgrimage of Prayer service on 1st July
Thursday 8th May 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Diocesan Members’ Meeting at All Saints Woodham – for ALL members
Wednesday 14th May 2.30pm
Reflect on the recent Connected magazine – come with discussion points
Wednesday 11th June 6pm
Garden Party at Antonia’s . Bring and Share
Tuesday 1st July 11am
Emly and Runnymede Deaneries Pilgrimage of Prayer service – Guildford Cathedral
Wednesday 9th July
Discuss and confirm attendance at Provincial Gathering
Monday 4th August 11am – 3pm
Summer party for needy families at Normandy Village Hall – helpers needed
Wednesday 13th August
Pub lunch and collection for AFIA (holiday season)
Monday 8th September
Diocesan AGM at Woodham – open to all
Wednesday 10th September
NO MEETING AS AGM on 8th AND PROVICIAL GATHERING ON 27th
Saturday 27th September
Provincial Gathering in Oxford SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday 8th October 2.30pm
Preparation for Christmas bags
Tuesday 4th November 11am
Service of Remembrance for all past MU members, Lady Chapel in Guildford Cathedral
Wednesday 12th November 2.30pm
Collation of Christmas bags
Wednesday 19th November 10am – 12.30pm
Diocesan Members’ Meeting at Woodham – share cars
Thursday 5th December 12.30pm
For all members at Guildford Cathedral Eucharist Service (instead of our monthly MU POP)
Wednesday 10th December
Christmas prayers and lunch
Please invite members of the congregation and other friends to join us at all our meetings. All welcome. It would be good to share information about MU and encourage participation. Membership not required to attend