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Here you’ll find updates on our latest campaigns, inspiring stories from members and communities, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the work that’s making a difference. Whether it’s a family finding rest through AFIA, a woman launching a business through literacy training, or a member leading change in her parish – these are the stories of hope, resilience, and faith in action.

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Welcoming the New Archbishop of Canterbury

A Message from our Worldwide President and CEO on the Appointment of the New Archbishop of Canterbury

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Supporting hope behind bars

Mothers’ Union is proud to be a sponsor of Prisons Week, and we encourage you to join us in prayer this year

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Away From It All: 60 years of changing lives, one break at a time

Launched in 1965, the Away From It All (AFIA) holiday scheme has been at the heart of Mothers’ Union’s outreach in Britain and Ireland for 60 years

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Transforming lives through literacy and savings: a mid-year update from Burundi

Mothers’ Union’s Literacy and Economic Financial Education Programme is continuing to bring transformation and resilience at the community level across Burundi

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International Youth Day – tackling the issue of County Lines

A diocese in the province of Canterbury has been raising awareness and bringing a local community together around the issue of County Lines

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Mary Sumner House Celebrates 100 Years of Community, Service, and Heritage

On Monday, 21 July 2025, Mary Sumner House marked a major milestone - 100 years since its official opening in the heart of Westminster

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AFIA helps send children to summer camp

How one Sunday conversation sparked joy for 45 young people

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Celebrating the friendships of MU

At Mothers’ Union, we’re embracing International Day of Friendship as an opportunity to reflect on the special role that friendship plays in the lives of our members

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Stronger Together: Britain and Ireland Leadership Conference 2025

We were delighted to return to Liverpool Hope University at the end of June to hold the Britain & Ireland Leadership Conference 2025

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Stitching hope into the fabric of lives in the Solomon Islands

Katie Drew had the privilege of visiting the Solomon Islands and spending time with some truly inspiring members

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Mothers’ Union Reflects on the Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV

Following her attendance as part of the Anglican delegation at the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, Kathleen Snow shared her reflections on the event

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MU Worldwide President Kathleen Snow visits Rome for an ecumenical visit

Kathleen Snow attended several Anglican and ecumenical events to represent the organisation, promoting our work and mission

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