MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers @ First Free

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Women's Ministries - MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers

MOPS is a Christ-centered, caring ministry seeking to meet the unique needs of mothers with infant through kindergarten-aged children. MOPS is not a Bible study; rather, it involves instruction relating to womanhood, marriage, child-rearing specifically focused on preschoolers, and family relationships. All of these topics are based on biblical principles.

We always have room for moms, but if you need childcare, there may be a waiting list. Registration is now open for the 2011-2012 year!

Quick Links:

MOPS 2011-2012 Brochure (PDF)
Session #1 2011 Registration Form (PDF)
Session #1 is September 13, 2011 –January 10, 2012
Please print, complete, and mail in with payment
Scholarship Application (PDF)
Meeting Schedule & Special Events - coming soon!
Play Date Schedule - coming soon!
MOPS Newsletters

MomSense: Bold * Loving * Sensible

The theme for 2011-2012 is MomSense: Bold * Loving * Sensible. MOPS invites you to join in equipping moms to embrace their mothering instincts and develop their own parenting style while navigating through the myriad of daily mom decisions. Most women wonder:

How do I decide what to do when I really don't know what to do?
Should I trust my intuition?
With so much available information, how do I discern what's best?

What are the most important family values?

Developing a mothering strategy is somewhat like playing a game – and this year's theme is appropriately game related. Have fun being a mom! Playing games involves being bold and taking risks, loving those in the game with us and being sensible while figuring out what works and what doesn't.

Just as in real-life, sometimes in games, unexpected, "chance" events occur, abruptly changing our paths. We must regroup and determine our next steps. Sometimes, we follow the instructions of "experts." Sometimes, we follow the advice of trusted friends. Sometimes, we decide our "house rules" work best for our family. Teaming together with other moms is a great strategy. Relying on a spouse or mentor can help us play more effectively. And, most of all, developing a strong God-Sense is essential for mothering. Growing as a mom through the analogy of game playing assures every mom gains confidence in her abilities as a mom.

Combining her mom intuition and her common sense helps a woman discover her own unique MomSense: Mom Intuition + Common Sense = MomSense

Through MomSense, as we play and learn together, we'll be guided by an all-knowing, all-powerful, always-present God. Our theme verse for the year is:

"God doesn't want us to be shy with his gifts, but bold and loving and sensible."
2 Timothy 1:7 (The Message)

All mothers of children ages birth through kindergarten are welcome. Our Christmas Brunch, Easter Brunch, and Silent Auction meetings are open to all!

MOPS meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, September through May from 9:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Meetings are held in the Fellowship Hall at First Evangelical Free Church.

Laura Nothnagel is the coordinator for 2011–2012. Laura can be contacted through the Women’s Ministries office.

Click here to view the MOPS International Web site

Childcare Policy

Childcare is available for our MOPS program (MOPPETS) and is provided through Children’s Ministries. There is a childcare policy in place to provide a safe place where moms know their children are well taken care of so they are free to learn and grow in Christ through Women’s Ministries opportunities.