The Mothers’ Union was established in 1876. Its purpose was to encourage parents in caring for their children, not just physically and mentally but also spiritually. From the outset it recognised that strong relationships and the role of family, however defined, are crucial in building healthy communities.

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Our vision

Whilst the ways in which we operate to fulfill that need may be different from that of the world of the 19th century, our vision today is still of a world where God’s love is shown through loving, respectful, and flourishing relationships. This is the essence of our work.

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Our mission

We aim to show our Christian faith by the transformation of communities worldwide. We can do this through the promotion of stable marriage, family life and the protection of children. This is our mission. It is what we aim to achieve.

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Our values

There are more than four million members of Mothers’ Union today in 83 countries around the world. Each member subscribes to the same values; the moral and ethical codes that are central to the ways in which we operate. Firstly, we are firmly rooted in a voluntary ethos centred on mutual respect and collaboration. Secondly, our governance, leadership, and programmed are driven by and undertaken through members within their own communities worldwide. Thirdly, we work with people of all faiths and none.

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Mother’s Union meets in St Paul’s, Seaton, monthly on a Wednesday afternoon, for fellowship and worship. Meetings follow a themed national programme, with local speakers. Please contact Mrs S Woodbury on 01900 871853 for more details.