Mary Sumner, founder of the Mothers’ Union, was celebrated at three events on Monday 9 August, one in each of the Archdeaconries of the Diocese of St Asaph. The Fun Day events were organised by members of the MU in each of the different areas.
In Ruthin, within the Archdeaconry of St Asaph, the MU made music at Awelon, near St Peter’s. Dance, drama, singing, handbells and a guitar recital were all features of the day.
Dodging light rain in Cilcain, members of the MU within the Archdeaconry of Wrexham staffed stalls and ran activities for children in the church and village hall.
The Mothers’ Union of Montgomery Archdeaconry hosted their afternoon of activities, competitions and games in the community centre at Berriew. This was complemented by a delicious afternoon tea organised by the MU ladies of Berriew branch.
Commenting on the afternoon, the archidiaconal President, Mrs Meryl Thelwell said, “‘I am pleased that everyone had such a lovely afternoon to celebrate Mary Sumner’s day and to promote the work of the Mothers’ Union. We are grateful to all the MU members who have been involved and worked so hard to make this event such a success”.
Mrs Carol Chamberlain, MU Diocesan President said: “This proved to be a lovely way to celebrate Mary Sumner Day, 9th August. Through the three Archidiaconal events Mothers’ Union was able to offer something to the community as a whole throughout the Diocese and everyone enjoyed a very happy and successful day.”
