The M.U. is a Christian organisation which promotes and supports family values and families worldwide. It started in the Church of England and there are now a million members of the Mothers' Union around the world with projects varying from farming initiatives, HIV Aids awareness and literacy in Africa, to parenting groups, contact centres, work in prisons (including Foston Hall locally) and family holidays for those in need in the U.K.. Members world wide are united in prayer and fellowship.

This year (2004) the Mothers' Union celebrates its 128th Anniversary. Through its long history it has seen many changes. Society and the lives of women have changed greatly since the M.U. was founded and as an organisation we have also evolved.

In 1876 Mary Sumner set up a "mothers' union wherein all classes could unite in faith and prayer". Today the M.U. has members in 60 different countries all working towards improving family life in their own communities through practical action and prayer.
Because it has become known for its involvement in vital outreach projects in hospitals, in prisons, in refugee camps, in fact wherever there is a need, either here or abroad, the M.U. has become an organisation with a global voice influencing issues such as international debt and family welfare.

As the M.U. goes forward into its 126th year and beyond, it will continue to be a relevant, influential and active organisation.

The M.U. Branch in Aston has been in existence for over 60 years It is now known as the Aston and Weston Branch. Current membership stands at 27 with two new members joining us recently. Meetings take place regularly on the 4th Thursday of the month at 2.30pm in the New Vestry in the churchyard. Visitors and friends are always welcome. The new Branch Leader from April 2004 is Margaret Allan (tel.792469), another contact for help or information is secretary Mollie Hawkins (tel.792376)