CAP Job Clubs are friendly places where you will receive practical help as you seek employment. It’s a relaxed environment with the chance to meet other jobseekers, get support and gain the tools you need to find work. Oh and it’s completely free!
Mothers’ Union is an international women-led Christian movement with 4 million members. It was founded by Mary Sumner in 1876, and it is the largest volunteer network in the Anglican Church, active in 64 dioceses across Britain and Ireland. Our members are not all mothers, or even all women – they are female and male, single and married, parents and grandparents.
We are a diverse and inclusive community present in approximately 84 countries around the world, working together for a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our grassroots membership organises and participates in programmes on locally identified needs, such as literacy, parenting, and business skills.
“Together, by the grace of God… we can calm each other when we are afraid; strengthen one another when we are weak; and work together to raise our children to the glory of God. Unity is strength.” – Mary Sumner
Mothers’ Union in Truro Diocese
In the Diocese of Truro, Mothers’ Union gives annual donations to support local charities that work with families – Cornwall S.P.A.C.E, Kernow Young Carers and the men’s and women’s refuges, safe places for people affected by gender-based violence. Some members knit Teddy Vean, to give away to children, or tiny blankets needed by premature baby units. We support the RISE UP campaign, against domestic abuse in all its forms.
Donations
Mothers’ Union (Diocese of Truro) is a registered charity number 249867. Donations from the Love in Every Stitch Banner Exhibition will go towards the work of Mothers’ Union locally and overseas.
Mawnan Mothers Union
We meet regularly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in Mawnan Memorial Hall at 2.30pm.
For details of upcoming meetings please contact:
Trudy Smith, Branch Leader. 07740 777926.
The Justice and Peace Action Group, founded by the late Mary Bradley, generally meets on the second Tuesday of the month (except August) for discussion and prayer around issues of justice and peace and persecution. These are open meetings and everyone is welcome.
Everyone welcome at the coffee mornings at King Charles the Martyr Church (KCM) in Falmouth, which run on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
These popular community catch-ups are hosted at Fairwinds Cafe (below the church). Proceeds from the events are donated to various local and national charities.
CAP Befrienders: The Falmouth and Penryn CAP Debt Help Centre is looking for volunteers/befrienders to manage the local debt help service more efficiently; and to ensure that CAP clients are supported and encouraged. A befriender is someone who has a passion for people who often feel socially isolated due to their financial burdens. Befrienders work closely with the debt coach by usually accompanying them on 3 home visits and focusing on the non-debt related needs of a client, such as providing assistance with practical tasks (e.g. lifts to foodbank or a GP appointment) and praying for or with them. The role is flexible with regards to which elements you would undertake and your availability. If you want to find out more about this role, contact Franziska by email Franziskaspindler-hughes@capuk.org or by phone on 07852 547907
New Interactive Map of Churches in Cornwall
Did you know there are around 540 active Christian churches from multiple traditions across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly? Explore them all on our new interactive map at www.ctcinfohub.org/churches – and do please let us know of any errors or omissions by emailing corrections to ctceditor@ctcinfohub.org – many thanks! We are hoping to add links to faith-based social action projects so it would be especially helpful if you can let us know of any you think should be included.
Feet on the Street
In Autumn 2025 we were blessed to have Aisling Manser, a student at Falmouth University, join us for a couple of late-night shifts as part of her project exploring community groups in Cornwall. She created this wonderful video about us as part of her work. https://www.facebook.com/reel/3188112604693280
The 136th Truro Diocesan Choral Festival returns to Truro Cathedral on Saturday 3 October, bringing together singers from churches and communities across Cornwall for a beautiful service of choral music.
For many choir members, particularly those from smaller parish choirs, the festival is a unique opportunity to rehearse and perform major anthems in the magnificent setting of Truro Cathedral. In the weeks leading up to the festival, singers gather for regional rehearsals across Cornwall before coming together as one combined choir for this special annual service. If you are interested in singing with the festival choir, we’d love to hear from you. To find out more about taking part and the rehearsal schedule, email tdcugillianwright@gmail.com.
All are welcome to attend this service. Conducted by our director of music, James Anderson-Besant, the festival features uplifting anthems, psalms and congregational hymns, with everyone welcome to join in the singing!
Leaving prison can be a huge turning point, but it can also be an incredibly challenging time. Finding accommodation, employment, rebuilding relationships and simply adjusting to life outside the prison environment can feel overwhelming.
That’s where mentoring can make a real difference.
As a mentor for prison leavers, you can provide something that is often just as valuable as practical support: someone who listens, encourages and believes in them. A consistent, positive person in their corner can help someone build confidence, set realistic goals, make positive choices and recognise the opportunities available to them.
Mentoring isn’t about having all the answers or telling someone how to live their life. It’s about walking alongside them, offering encouragement, sharing experiences and helping them see that their past doesn’t have to define their future.
And the benefits aren’t just for the person being mentored.
Volunteering as a mentor can be incredibly rewarding. You can develop your communication and listening skills, gain new perspectives, build confidence and learn more about the challenges people face when rebuilding their lives. Most importantly, you get the opportunity to see the difference your time, patience and encouragement can make.
Sometimes, a conversation, a bit of encouragement or simply showing up can be the first step towards someone believing in themselves again.
If you have the time, empathy and willingness to listen, consider becoming a mentor. You could make a lasting difference to someone’s future — and you may find it changes you too. Visit www.southwestcc.org.uk #volunteersmakeadifference #reducingreoffending #NoOneLeftBehind #faith #volunteerwithus … See MoreSee Less
We’d love to welcome you as we thank God for the harvest. If you would like to, you are welcome to bring along tins and packets which will be donated to Penryn and Falmouth Food Bank. … See MoreSee Less
Shelter will be at Penryn & Falmouth Foodbank once a month to provide specialist housing advice to anyone who may need it. We can advice clients on a wide range of issues, including housing notices, homelessness, the housing register, disrepair, and more. … See MoreSee Less
It was with great sadness that we heard of Fr. Jonathan Bielawski’s death on July 22nd. Our sincere thanks go out to the Sisters of Nazareth, and our condolences go out to his family, friends and parishioners.
Fr. Jonathan’s funeral will take place at The Cathedral Church of St Mary & St Boniface on Thursday 27th August, at 12pm. Bishop Nicholas Hudson will be celebrating this Requiem Mass.
His body will be received into the Cathedral at 4.30pm on Wednesday 26th August, and Canon John Deeny will be celebrating a Vigil Mass at 6pm.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen. … See MoreSee Less
Building communities through affordable, nutritious food events, silent discos and other community music events, plus amplifying voices through the power …