The Communion at a glance: Europe
https://archives.anglican.ca/link/article39912
- Material Type
- Journal Article
- Journal
- Anglican World
- Date
- 2016 December
- Issue
- 143
- Page
- 12
- Notes
- "Around Mothers' Union members took part in services at Winchester Cathedral to mark the 140th Anniversary of the organisation. The second service was led by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby. The celebration services took place in Winchester Diocese as the movement was founded there in 1876 by Mary Sumner. Today, Mothers' Union continues to promote the role of mothers as a catalyst for positive change in communities across the world. Queen Elizabeth II, the Patron of Mothers' Union, expressed her best wishes for the 'continuing success of a charity that has given hope and strength to so many'. The Mary Sumner Choir from Zambia travelled to attend and sing at both services, and they were joined by fellow members from all over the world. Mothers' Union continues to campaign for women's rights and in particular for gender equality -- in relationship, in communities and in cultures -- and how this is reflected in national law and attitude. It campaigns against abuse and violence against women and girls in over 80 countries". [Text of entire article.]
- Subjects
- Mothers' Union
- Mothers' Union - Anglican Communion
- Women's rights - Religious aspects - Anglican Communion
- Women in the Anglican Communion
- Location
- General Synod Archives