The Diocese Women's League

Introduction :

The Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Diocese of Hong Kong Island Women's League ("the Diocese Women's League ") was established in 2000 and is a member of the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Women's League (“HKSKH Women’s League”). The Diocese Women’s League liaises the women groups in the parishes and mission churches of the Hong Kong Island Diocese (“the Diocese”), including: St. John’s Cathedral, St. Stephen’s Church, St. Paul’s Church, St. Mary’s Church, St. James’ Church, St. Luke’s Church, St. Peter’s Church North Point , St. Matthew Church, Holy Nativity Church, Church of the Incarnation, St. Timothy Church, Grace Church and Church of the Ascension.

The Diocesan Bishop is the patron of the Diocese Women’s League. The chaplain of the Diocese Women’s League is appointed by the Diocesan Bishop . The Diocese Women’s League also has a board of advisors, including bishop's wives, pastors, and senior church members, assisting the development of the Diocese Women’s League and providing valuable advices. The Diocese Women's League has an executive committee, which is the highest authority during the adjournment of the annual general meeting. There is also a standing committee, elected from representatives of the women groups in the parishes and mission churches, having a term of three years. The officer of the Standing Committee include the chairperson, deputy chairperson, secretary, deputy secretary, treasurer, deputy treasurer, officer for devotionals, officer for general affairs and officer for communication. The Standing Committee is responsible for the implementation and handling of all matters decided by the executive committee.

Mission :

The Diocese Women’s League’s mission is to unite the women members of the Diocese, participate in the nurturing and training of women leaders, assist and promote the ministries and pastoral work in the parishes and mission churches of the Diocese; encourage each other to strive to promulgate the gospel in their respective parishes, families and personal capacities, leading people to the Lord; support and serve the needs of individuals, families within the Church and in the society, demonstrating the caring spirit of the body of Christ; attend to and respond to the needs of women of all ages and promote Christian values within the families.

The following is an overview of the current work of the Diocese Women’s League :
2019-2021 theme: "Rooted in Faith, Walking in Love"

We held a general meeting in February 2019 and elected a new standing committee. The focus of this year’s work and activities is [Consolidate strength and strengthen relationships]. The purpose is to allow members in the parishes to deepen mutual understanding and enhance friendship in the Lord, so that we can cooperate more closely and promote the work of the Diocese Women’s League.

In 2019, the Diocese Women’s League continued to support and participate in the work of the HKSKH Women's League, including participation in {The World Prayer Day} in March, the annual fundraising campaign and Christmas visits in December. We had an outing on November 30th to experience the activities under historical and cultural conservation program managed by the HKSKH Welfare Council - {Kowloon City in Transformation} Kowloon City Theme Walking Trail Guided Tour. Apart from strengthening friendship among members, we also learnt more about the work of Church’s social service organization in the community.

In the beginning of 2020, the Diocesan Bishop appointed Revd Jason Leung Chi Wai as the new chaplain of the Diocese Women’s League. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we were unable to meet in person. However, our standing committee and executive committee still maintain contact through the use of information technology.

We are thankful as we approach the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Diocese Women’s League. Although we could not make plans for any celebration activities, our sisters still encourage each other through our prayers, not forgetting to actively participate in the annual fundraising campaign held by the HKSKH Women's League and Christmas visit.