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