Bristol Diocese
Welcome to the Mothers' Union, Bristol Diocese. We are part of the worldwide Christian charity of women and men who support families locally and worldwide, through prayer and action.
For our latest news please visit our Facebook page and for upcoming events, see our Diary.
Our Autumn Gathering
will be on Saturday 12th October 10.30am-3.00pm
AT: ST NICHOLAS CHURCH 2 CHARGROVE, YATE BS37 4LG
Full details in our President's Autumn Letter here
Bristol MU currently has a vacancy for a Treasurer and. Please click the link for more details.
Read about the new campaign empowering women
through literacy
We take safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults seriously. Read our Safeguarding Policy here.
On 22nd September 2023 the MU launched the new campaign: RISE UP Against Domestic Abuse to ensure our activism against domestic abuse happens 365 days a year and not just during the 16 Days of Activism.
MU are hoping members and churches will unite and take part in a challenge completing various activities to achieve bronze, silver an gold awards. Information and resources for the challenge can be found by clicking this link.
Pictures from Bristol action in 2022 are on our Gallery page, and a personal reflection here.
Our Vision
Transformation-Now
Bristol Diocese MU is participating by:
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Transforming ourselves, personally and spiritually, to live
out our faith. -
Transforming the churches and communities we work with
and of which we are a part, to reflect Christ's kingdom. -
Transforming Mothers' Union to be relevant for 21st century life.
A range of resources are available from the
Bristol President Jacky Fredrickson at the 2023 Annual Gathering and launch of the RISE UP campaign.
Diocesan News.
New Diocesan flag blessed by Rev. Ian Wallace on 10th March 2024.
Dedicated Wendy's Flag, after late IMPC member Wendy Bradshaw, donated by Jim Bradshaw.
More pic's in the Gallery.
Exciting times ahead for Mothers’ Union this year as we look to simplify structures and concentrate on growing our membership so that we can continue to put our faith in action and support young families, the homeless, refugees and those on the edges of society. ... Continue Reading in full.