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Ely Diocesan MU actively seeks to support family life through project work regionally and locally.

We are part of an international Christian membership charity, and meet together regularly for prayer, fellowship and social events. Mothers' Union is an international Christian membership charity which promotes the well-being of families in the UK and worldwide.

08/09/2026

Diocese of Ely Daily Prayer Diary.
Remembering MOTHERS’ UNION today in this Diocese and Worldwide.
Today we pray for the Benefice of Landbeach and Waterbeach. We pray for its Clergy: The Revd Paul Butler, The Revd Dr Simon Bradford, The Revd Jackie Metcalfe, The Revd Sarah Newns. We pray for its Licensed Lay Minister(s): Dr Ray Gambell, Mrs Jane Oakes and for the life of the church, and the parishes it serves. We pray for the work of the Mothers' Union in the diocese and across the world and from the Anglican Communion Cycle of Prayer: The Diocese of Bethlehem - The Episcopal Church.
Sign up to the Diocesan Prayer Diary here: https://www.elydiocese.org/prayer-calendar

01/09/2026

MIDDAY PRAYERS.
Midday Prayers & Wave of Prayer for September: PEACE & RECONCILIATION.
Themes: Mon – Forgiveness. Tues – Reconciliation.
Weds – Healing. Thurs – Hope.
Fri – Unity. Sat – Peace in our hearts & our world.
https://www.facebook.com/MothersUnion/
Looking forward to joining in with new Midday Prayers for September.
“God of mercy and love, we come before You seeking peace and reconciliation. Heal the wounds of division within our hearts, families, and communities… Help us to become instruments of Your love, building bridges where walls have stood. May Your light shine through us, bringing healing, hope, and harmony to a hurting world. In Your name, we pray. Amen.”
https://www.mothersunion.org/pray

16/08/2026

MU 150th FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE: 150-Mile Sponsored BUS RIDE.
Debbie has now completed 2 Bus Rides to Huntingdon (west) and Wisbech (north) for the challenge of getting as far north, south, east and west in the Ely Diocese as she can by using public buses, covering at least 150 miles, during August. So far over 160 miles have been travelled! Her Just Giving page has raised over £500, plus around £300 in cash and bank donations, towards the MU 150th Anniversary Year Fund.
Many thanks to everyone who has made donations. 2 more rides will be completed going south and east in the Diocese.
See the Just Giving page for more info and updates: https://www.justgiving.com/page/debbie-tye-1-mu

15/08/2026

MARY SUMNER DAY SERVICE & 150th CELEBRATION
An enjoyable service was held in Ely Cathedral celebrating Mothers’ Union 150th Anniversary Year, and remembering our founder, Mary Sumner. The Service was led by Canon Jenny Wright, and attended by over 100 members from around the Diocese. We were joined by the Mayor of Ely, Cllr Rebecca Denness, and Ely Diocesan Secretary, George Woods. There were refreshments afterwards in the Lady Chapel, served by the Cathedral MU. A “display of hands” drawn by members from around the Diocese showed comments about what being an MU member means. It was great to be able to meet up and worship together, to celebrate this wonderful occasion.
The Service was live-streamed via the Cathedral YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFWLJNigOI&t=2s

07/08/2026

MIDDAY PRAYERS.
Midday Prayers & Wave of Prayer for August: BE STILL - a time to rest, reflect, rejoice, replenish.
Themes: Mon – Pause before God. Tues – Trust His Ways.
Weds – Lay your Burdens down. Thurs – Lift your Praise.
Fri – Welcome His Praise. Sat – Receive new Strength.
https://www.facebook.com/MothersUnion/
Monthly Prayer for August.
“Lord, in this quiet month of August, help us to be still, to rest from our busyness, reflect on Your goodness, rejoice in Your faithfulness, and replenish our hearts with Your peace. As we remember Mary Sumner, we thank You for her vision and love. May her example inspire us to walk in faith, speak with courage, and serve with joy. Amen.”
https://www.mothersunion.org/pray

06/08/2026

MARY SUMNER DAY SERVICE & 150th CELEBRATION
Friday 7th August, 2pm, Ely Cathedral
Ely Diocesan Mothers’ Union will be holding a Mary Sumner Day Service and 150th Celebration on Friday 7th August at 2pm in Ely Cathedral. This special service will be remembering Mary Sumner who founded Mothers’ Union in 1876, and commemorating our 150th Anniversary Year.
The Service will be live-streamed via the Cathedral website: https://www.elycathedral.org/calendar/07-08-2026/mothers-union-150th-anniversary-service-1
Or viewed on their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/-Cathedral
Followed by refreshments in the Lady Chapel.
All welcome to join us for this special service.

01/07/2026

MIDDAY PRAYERS.
Midday Prayers & Wave of Prayer for July: SHARING OUR FAITH.
Themes: Mon – Prayer for Boldness & Clarity. Tues – Prayer for Opportunities to Share.
Weds – Prayer for Guidance & Protection. Thurs – Prayer of Gratitude.
Fri – Prayer for a Contagious Faith. Sat – A Prayer for Courage & Wisdom.
https://www.facebook.com/MothersUnion/
Looking forward to joining in with new Midday Prayers for July.
“Heavenly Father, we thank you for the gift of faith that we have received from you. Please help us to know more deeply for ourselves the transforming power of the Gospel in our own lives. As we draw encouragement from your gracious gift to us, give us a greater desire to share the Good News with the people we meet, so that they, too, may find hope and may know for themselves the riches of your love. Through your Holy Spirit, may our words and actions bear witness to your presence, through Christ our Lord, Amen.”
https://www.mothersunion.org/pray

24/06/2026

JUNE ACTIVITY SHEET.
FAMILY:FAITH:FUN Activity Sheet for June: “Celebrating John the Baptist”.
25th June commemorates the Birth of John the Baptist. Read all about the story on this month’s activity sheet.
Please feel free to share this creative resource from Ely Diocesan MU, with your families, friends and people in your parish.
More info and resources can be found on our MU Diocesan Website:
https://www.elydiocese.org/church-in-action/mothers-union/

21/06/2026

Waiting for Installation Service of the Bishop of Ely to start! 🙏

12/06/2026

MU 150th ANNIVERSARY PICNIC.
Looking forward to seeing members and friends at our Ely Diocesan MU Summer Picnic on Saturday 13th June, from 3pm-5pm, in the Bishop of Ely’s Garden.
Fizz and soft drinks provided. Bring your own packed tea.
Card & gift stall. Raffle. Worldwide Links display. Musical entertainment.
Free event – no tickets needed – donations to MU Projects.
(NB: Entry via the Rose Garden at the rear of the Bishop’s House, not from The Gallery.)

Address

Diocesan Office, Etheldreda House, 206 Wellington Road
Ely
CB63NX

Website

https://www.elydiocese.org/mothers-union

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