Anglican Women was formed in the Diocese of Newcastle in 1960 as an "Umbrella" that incorporates all Anglican women. It recognises that the backbone of ministry in the Church is carried out mainly by women, from washing the linen, polishing the brass, arranging flowers, providing hospitality, functioning as lay liturgical assistants, preaching, teaching, presiding at the Eucharist and more. Anglican Women aim to work towards the extension of Christ's Kingdom through: Worship, Study, Fellowship and Giving.