MOPS: Mothers Of Preschoolers
In the Fall of 2011, Floris UMC MOPS invites you to combine your intuition and your common sense to discover your own unique MomSense (Mom Intuition + Common Sense = MomSense).
MomSense: Bold • Loving • Sensible – equips moms to embrace their mothering instincts and develop their own parenting style while navigating through the myriad of daily mom decisions.
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.
The spiritual foundation of the theme is from 2 Timothy 1:7. As you read the whole chapter, you see that Timothy had a strong mother and grandmother who nurtured his faith. Paul exhorts Timothy to use the gifts God has given him in a bold, loving and sensible way.
Floris MOPS meets two Monday mornings a month from September – May. We begin each meeting with fellowship and a yummy breakfast, followed by a speaker or video, discussion time, and crafts. Our MOPPETS program provides a loving, fun morning for children age 5 and under.
Registration fees for 2011-2012:
Mom: $95*
* Registrations received after June 1 will be assessed an additional $10 late registration fee, to be $105.
1 child in MOPPETS: $15
2 children in MOPPETS: $25
3 or more in MOPPETS: $30
To receive additional information please email florismops@yahoo.com To learn more about MOPS, visit the International website at www.mops.org.
Registration
To register for MOPS online, please fill out the following information:
Your Name:
Home Phone:
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Street Address:
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Birthday (month and day):
Husband's name (if applicable):
Have you attended a MOPS group before?
If yes, where?
Do you attend a Church?:
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Please sign up to help with one of these areas (REQUIRED):
MOPPETS Outreach Fundraising
Creative Hospitality Co-Lead a Bible Study
Newsletter
As a member of the Floris UMC MOPS program, I understand that I will be expected to work in the nursery or MOPPETS room during one or two meetings during the MOPS year which will require attendance at one safety training session and the completion of a background check as is required of all childcare workers at Floris UMC.
I accept childcare responsiblities
Children: Due to our childcare limitations, it is critical that you indicate your childcare needs. If your child(ren) will require childcare provided by MOPS during your meeting, please indicate below.
Child #1 (Name)
Birthdate:
Childcare: Yes No
Child #2 (Name)
Birthdate:
Childcare: Yes No
Child #3 (Name)
Birthdate:
Childcare: Yes No
Child #4 (Name)
Birthdate:
Childcare: Yes No
I understand that payment must be received by August 1 or my spot will be opened to someone on the waitlist.
