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The Association of Anglican Women

The Aims of the Association

~ To unite in prayer and participate in the mission of the Church

~ To promote, safeguard and nurture Christian family life.

The AAW Prayer

O God [our Father] whose love for all people is proclaimed in Jesus Christ,

We thank you for uniting us in prayer and fellowship

Use us now in the mission of your Church

Help us to realise that everything we do and say reflects our love for you

Bless homes and families throughout the world, especially those unhappy or those in need

Show us how by our example and concern we can take your peace and love wherever your spirit

leads us----today and all our days. Amen.

About the AAW

The AAW was formed in September 1969. It is an Anglican New Zealand wide organisation which also includes Polynesia. It is open to all women, and we have our own national magazine entitled the “CIRCLE”

There are 24 branches throughout the Diocese with approx. 358 members, 1 Lone member , 6 contact members and 1 Life member.

We offer Christian support, friendship, social interaction and fellowship which is a great way to network with other women.

Overseas and Outreach is one arm of AAW and it is very active within New Zealand and overseas. Funds given by members, support projects to help women and children any where. An Emergency Fund is set up to provide relief in a natural disaster both within NZ and overseas.

AAW is affiliated to National Council of Women, which gives our members a voice for lobbying Government and to work for positive change through our own Social Concerns arm of AAW. AAW groups have representatives who attend NCW meetings in their areas.

AAW has taught women how to be leaders, to develop public speaking skills, to be involved in Worship leading and many other skills, which not only helps them in their daily lives but also in Parish life , with nurturing Christian family life, pastoral visiting and outreaching into the community. Some AAW members take an active part in ministry work or other work on Diocesan, regional or community committees.

If you wish to find out more please contact one of the Executive members listed below.

President: Jennifer King,

110 Kauru Hill Road,

11 – D R.D. (03)4395876

OAMARU, 9492. doug.jen@xtra.co.nz

Secretary: June Goldthorpe,

Maheno,

6.0. R.D. (03)4395735

OAMARU twogoldies@orcon.net.nz

Treasurer: Ann Petty,

13 Campbell Lane,

MOSGIEL, (03)4896128