Many Mothers’ Union groups like to mark 25th March (known either as “Lady Day” or the “Annunciation of our Lord to the Blessed Virgin Mary”) with a special service on or near the festival.
At the annunciation, Mary made a free choice to be the bearer of a child who would bring freedom to the entire world. Traditionally, the church has characterised Mary as silent and passive, but in fact, she is a major spokesperson for those who are oppressed. In the Magnificat, Mary tells us that justice is at the heart of the Christian message. She rejoices because of the freedom God offers in lifting the humble high.
This year, the service in Winchester Deanery will also herald the re-launch of two of the Deanery Branches. Holy Trinity Branch to be re-named ‘City Centre Branch’ and to the north of the Deanery South Wonston Branch will be ‘Dever Branch’.
By re-naming two of the branches local Mothers’ Union members hope they now have every area of the Deanery covered so as to encourage lapsed, and diocesan members rethink their own membership and join in the activities held by both Branches and at Deanery level.
Winchester’s annual Lady Day Service at 2.00 pm Monday 26th March in Holy Trinity Church, Winchester with tea and cakes served afterwards. Deanery Chaplain, Revd Mike Gardner will be giving the Address. ALL ARE WELCOME
Other Branch and Deanery Lady Day Services around the Diocese can be added via the “comment” facility below – all will welcome visitors!
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