Bless the work of Mothers Union
‘I am reminded of your sincere faith,
which first lived in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and,
I am persuaded, now lives in you also.’
2 Timothy 1:5
Through much experience in talking to believers, I have become aware of just how
important mothers and grandmothers are to faith. This is through words spoken, the life of love,
but also (and not least) the prayers of intercession. Of course, fathers matter also in their own way,
not least with boys. But there seems to be something deeply significant
in the mother’s care for her children and grandchildren.
At its very heart, the work of Mothers Union is to encourage Christian family life,
so that, under God, the faith is passed on and shared, and our children live to please Jesus.
This task is at the heart of our prayers for the blessing of God upon our fellowship.
Question for thought:
How can Mothers Union best help today’s parents to follow the example of Lois and Eunice?
Gracious Lord, we thank for the recent parenting seminars
on technology in three centres in North West Australia. May those who attended be equipped
to face the challenges of technology in their family life but also to consider knowing you.
We pray for Jenny Jamieson as she encourages members across this vast diocese. Amen