Cumbrian Saints – October 2024
Martin Earle, a renowned British iconographer, has beautifully captured the spiritual essence of the Cumbrian Saints in a series of altar pieces now displayed in Christ the Good Shepherd church in Workington. These icons, painted with meticulous attention to traditional iconographic techniques, honour the region’s rich Christian heritage by depicting the local saints whose lives were integral […]
Fr Colin’s stepping forward for Mutemwa children – October 2024
Fr Colin Carr, who turned 83 on October 8th, undertook a remarkable challenge to walk 83km in celebration of his 83rd birthday. His goal was to raise funds for the children living at the Mutemwa Leprosy Care Centre, helping to send them to school. Over eight days, Fr Colin completed the impressive feat, walking through […]
Supporting Funeral Policies for Mutemwa Residents – September 2024
A heartfelt thank you to all of our supporters! Because of your continued generosity, JBMS is able to cover the funeral policies for every single resident at Mutemwa. This means that when the time comes, their families will not need to worry about the costs of the funeral and burial. Your kindness is lifting a […]
45th John Bradburne Memorial Races at Mutemwa – September 2024
On Saturday 7th September saw the start of the races in honour of John Bradburne’s 45th anniversary, with various participants preparing for the events. One of the most popular races was the women’s race, which included both young and elderly women, some even running with walking sticks! Their enthusiasm was contagious, and the event was […]
New Vehicle for Mutemwa – July 2024
Thanks to the generous donations from JBMS donors, we are thrilled to announce the purchase of a brand-new vehicle that will greatly enhance our operations! This addition will allow those living at Mutemwa to be better served. Whether it’s for daily errands or transporting patients to hospital, this vehicle will make a significant difference. We […]
Cross Fell Walk 8th June 2024 – Save the Date
Please save the date of the 8th June for our annual climb in Cumbria. This year we will be running two walks one lower ground walk for those unable to climb the fell and of course the tougher climb up Cross Fell. Please let us know if you are interested by emailing us on info@johnbradburne.com or […]
Ride for Leprosy 2023
Well done to Alex Macpherson and John Paynter, two teachers from Southern England who took to their saddles biking in the French Alps raising money for the people living at Mutemwa in August 2023. They enjoyed their challenge so much last year around the coast of Wales that they have decided to go a little further and add […]
Coastal Race August 2023
A huge congratulations to Gordon Celender for conquering his 35th half marathon along the stunning Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland this summer. His impressive time of 1 hour 35 minutes and 12 seconds secured him the 331st place out of 2000 runners, and he even clinched 3rd place in the Men’s 60-year-old age bracket! Gordon’s connection to […]
Fr Colin Carr Walk for Leprosy October 2023
This October, Fr Colin Carr OP completed a sponsored 82km walk in Cambridge where he is based at Blackfriars Priory as a Dominican Friar for his 82nd birthday, to raise money for those living at Mutemwa Leprosy Care Centre in Zimbabwe. Fr Colin taught in a Jesuit school in Zimbabwe, near where John Bradburne was […]
JBMS Christmas Appeal 2023
This Christmas, we aspire to fulfil a critical need for the community of Mutemwa: the acquisition of a tractor. This indispensable asset will significantly contribute to the overall well-being and sustenance of the community in several essential ways. First, the tractor will facilitate the ploughing of maize, a vital staple food providing crucial nutritional support. Moreover, it will […]