Councillor Ian Brown represented Stirling Council.  The Primus, Most Rev Dr Idris Jones was also present. Provincial MU President, Sheila Redwood, is pictured with Cllr Brown and Bishop David.

Hilary Moran, MU Media Representative, provided the following information:

Mothers’ Union “Roadshow” highlights charity’s local impact and global outreach

Mothers’ Union members and supporters were inspired by learning of the vital community work of the charity in a high-tech extravaganza at Stirling on Wednesday 25^th June.

Film footage from representative work of Mothers’ Union in Guyana, Uganda, Solomon Islands and the UK demonstrated the Christian care for families which the 130 year old charity offers at a grass roots level in 78 countries around the world.

Alongside the work of Mothers’ Union in developing countries, the Roadshow visitors got an overview of local community work in the Fife area, when Una Fidoe gave a moving account of her volunteer time spent supporting children and parents in Kirkcaldy Contact Centre, where a parent (following a separation or divorce) who isn’t resident in the family home can talk and play with their child/ren in a neutral, warm and safe environment.

Focusing on the theme Time for Relationship, the Stirling Roadshow demonstrated how Mothers’ Union programmes across the world are supporting family life, educating communities and breaking down barriers of poverty and stigma.

“We want to reach out to communities through an informed, engaged and supportive network of local members and supporters,” Said Chief Executive, Reg Bailey, who compered the event. “Christian Care for Families is not just a strapline, but a vital outreach work of our members. We want to encourage more people to get involved with issues affecting families, and to Reach Out with effective support via Mothers’ Union.”

[If you missed the Roadshow, but would like further information on how you can volunteer with, or support Mothers’ Union contact – Sheila Redwood  Tel:01786 825493  or email sheila.redwood@btinternet.com]