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Mothers' Union Diocese of York

Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of York covers the city of York, the eastern part of North Yorkshire, and most of the East Riding of Yorkshire

Groups
59
Members
841
Projects
10

We belong to an active worldwide charity aiming to bring the love of God to very diverse families in a variety of ways to suit their needs.
 
There are over 1,400 members in different branches in the diocese. These branches manage their own programmes and projects. They meet regularly to enjoy worship, fellowship and fun.

Our work:

  • 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
  • Parenting groups
  • AFIA (our own caravan)
  • Supporting refugees and asylum seekers
  • Prison work
  • Domestic abuse projects
  • Running two retreats per year

Contact your Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of York and put your skills to work, raising funds for local, national and international projects, and get together with likeminded members in your area. 

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Contact details

United Kingdom
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Diocese of York website: https://www.yorkmu.org/index.php
Province: York
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Groups in York Diocese

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Pocklington

YO42 1UN, United Kingdom

Poppleton

YO26 6EB, United Kingdom

Redcar

Scalby

YO13 0QF, United Kingdom

Selby Abbey

YO8 4PU, United Kingdom

St Columba - Hull

HU8 8PT, United Kingdom

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