Mothers Union Sydney

09/09/2026

What a great Northern Region Area Day at Normanhurst yesterday. We celebrated 150 years of Mothers Union Worldwide and 130 years of Mothers Union Sydney. Luanne, Mothers Union Sydney President cut the cake. Our chaplain Marge Mills shared God’s word on ‘Contentment in Christ’and a lively discussion followed.
Of course there was a delicious morning tea.

07/09/2026

What does Mothers Union mean to me?

Celebrating 150 years of Mothers Union and 130 years of Mothers Union Sydney

05/09/2026

Thought for the week from Mothers Union Australia
Sunday 6th September 2026
Forgiveness and Mercy

‘Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us.’ (Luke 4:4)
We need to be reminded that in the Lord’s Prayer (and in our Prayer Book) it is simply assumed that we sin. There has only been one perfect person. We need, then, to ask for forgiveness regularly and from the heart. And at the very centre of the good news there is forgiveness because of what Jesus has done for us. Our debts are paid; God will no longer judge us If we understand this, if we grasp the wonder of God’s mercy, then it will show itself in us forgiving also, not demanding the reparation which sin deserves. This is hard. But it is what the love of God has done for us.

Question for thought: Can I truly pray the Lord’s prayer?

Loving Lord, our hearts are heavy with the constant conflict in South Sudan. We give thanks that members continue to serve local families through prayer, outreach, marriage guidance counseling and immediate community assistance. Help them to persevere and to share your love in all they do. Amen.

04/09/2026

If you want to register the times will be
8am London time is 5pm EST, Adelaide 4.30pm, 3pm Perth
7pm London time is the next day 4am EST, 3.30am Adelaide, 2am Perth

Join Anglican Communion for an online prayer gathering 16 September in honour of 150 years ofMothers' Union, praying for justice, peace, women and families across the Anglican Communion.

The gathering will include scripture, readings, music, hymns and prayers, with a key talk from Kathleen Snow, Worldwide President of Mothers’ Union.

📅 16 September 2026
🕗 Register here for 8am London time - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NEi8iKD4SICGLM4TL3f3aw #/registration
🕗 Register here for 7pm London time -
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LnqrYWYhSVqY5-XVigqzOw #/registration

We hope you can join us in prayer 🙏

29/08/2026

Thought for the week from Mothers Union Australia
Sunday 30th August 2026

A time to be still
‘He says, “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’ (Psalm 46:10)

As fallen human beings, we often think that we are God. We try to fix everything, or we think that just by working harder our problems will be solved and our troubles disappear. Now, there is nothing against hard work and trying to fix the broken. But as we do, we are frequently reminded of the limitations of our power. After all, we need sleep each day, but the Lord never sleeps. There are special moments where we must stop. We must be still. We must admit our limitations and turn to the Lord for his Fatherly help. These moments and situations remind us that there is only one God and we are not him. Trust him to fulfil his great plans. Rest in him.

Question for thought: Do I trust God?

Gracious God, we bring before you members in Harare, Zimbabwe as they serve through love, prayer and community support. Help them as they seek to transform lives and build stable families based on the Christ’s teaching on marriage and family life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

27/08/2026

The Archbishop of Sydney has shared this prayer for Nepal and Tibet…

Sovereign Lord and heavenly Father, in whose hands are life and death, Our hearts ache for the families waiting for news of loved ones caught in the Nepal-Tibet flash floods.

Preserve life, O Lord. May many of the missing be found safe and returned to their homes. Grant strength, endurance and skill to emergency workers and search teams. May they reach many who are still alive.

We pray especially for Australian tourists caught up in this disaster, and for Nepali Australians with loved ones in the affected areas. In the midst of uncertainty, grant them courage. Be their refuge and strength in this time of distress and sorrow, O Lord. Amen.

Photo Attribution: Niranjan Shrestha

22/08/2026

Thought for the week from Mothers Union Australia
Sunday 23rd August 2026

A time to replenish
‘Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.’ (Psalm 119:105)

One of the most wonderful gifts I have ever received came when I was a teenager. I was taught by our leaders the value of beginning each day by reading God’s word and praying to him. What a blessing this has proved to be! The day begins with quietness, with listening to and speaking with our heavenly Father. Furthermore, we know that the Lord’s people around the whole world are also doing this. We know, too, that people are praying for us just as we are praying for them. This is one of the beauties of Mothers Union world-wide. And, always, the Lord Jesus and the Spirit are also praying for us. Romans 8:26, 34

Question for thought: Who do you pray for?

Father of All, we pray for our sisters in the Diocese of Yangon in Myanmar. Thank you for their steadfastness over many years of political difficulties and for their enthusiasm in studying the Bible. Bless their community support in many projects and may it be a way of sharing your love. We also bring before you the Diocese of Wangaratta and for Canon Maryann Leonard. May they continue to do the ‘good works you have prepared for them to walk in.’ Amen.