International Christian charity that seeks to support families worldwide. Founded by Mary Sumner near Winchester, in the parish where her husband was rector. With the support of the Bishop of Winchester it rapidly spread throughout the UK and the British Empire. Formalised as a national organisation in 1896. Queen Victoria became its patron in 1897, her Diamond Jubilee year.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Mothers' Union
Commemorated ati
Mothers' Union - left
To the glory of God and in grateful remembrance of Mary Elizabeth Sumner who ...
Mothers' Union - right
Inaugurated 1915 Emily Wilberforce – Central President This building was er...
Other Subjects
Anglo-Canadian friendship
The plaque actually commemorated just the friendship between the people of Ottawa and the people of Holborn but this seemed a bit narrow so we have broadened the scope of the rapport.
1 memorial
Blackfriars Settlement
A charity based in London SE1 for nearly 130 years which aims to create and provide community services and support. See Settlement for an explanation.
1 memorial
Marylebone Village Residents Association
2011 - we could find nothing current about them on the web.
1 memorial
Chelsea Society
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1 memorial
Sexual Avengers
An activist gay network for resistance through direct action, solidarity & community building.
1 memorial
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