​The Mothers' Union was delighted today to welcome the Mayor of Kirklees, Councillor Liz Smaje, to our Souls of Our Feet exhibition in the church hall at All Hallows'.

It explains the work undertaken by MU in supporting individuals who have experienced abuse which can affect any age or gender. 
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We were able to discuss our involvement in raising awareness of all forms of gender violence including FGM (Female Genital Mutilation).

,​An African diocese has written to thank St Lucius' for helping to buy sewing machines to help young people.

A Craft Fair in church in July 12 raised £750, which bought machines for the Mothers' Union Rey Sewing Project in Rorya, Tanzania. 

The Rorya diocese is led by Bishop Musa, who visited St Lucius' last September.

Moreen Nehemiah, the project's head, says in her letter: 'This project aims to equip young girls and women who have missed an opportunity to further their education or who married early. By giving them sewing skills they have the chance to earn money for living and family support. 

'Since the project started in 2020, more than 30 girls and women benefit. These new sewing machines will enable the centre to admit more girls and women in 2026. Thank you very much for this wonderful support from St. Lucius' Church. May God bless all who extended their generosity.'

The Rorya Diocese's next project is to raise money to buy sheep. In aid of this, there will be a coffee morning with Sheeple Drive eat St Lucius' on Saturday, December 13 from 10am to 12pm. Entrance – £2.50 – includes coffee and homemade biscuits. Cake stall and tombola.