MothersofPreschoolersMOPS - Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church

Building a Brighter Future in a Darkened World

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers, a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten. MOPS is a relevant and caring network, making moms better moms through trusted resources and relationships.

MOPS meets every 3rd Thursday from September through May. We have incredible guest speakers, small mom-to-mom discussion groups, fun "easy to complete while you are there" crafts, parties, great food, and scheduled outings with and without children.
Children take part in the MOPPETS program we have 3 groups which are designed for them by age (Birth to 2) (2's and 3's) (4's and 5's). The children's program includes bible stories, crafts, snacks, music and free play,  all provided by volunteers who are trained and have their clearances.
For additional information, please feel free to contact Becky Benz HERE or by calling 610-409-2928
For more information on MOPS in general, please click HERE.

"...how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ..." Eph 3:18

2008-2009 Theme

As a mom, do you feel like a merry-go-round as you go round and round and up and down- but don't sem to get anywhere? Do you feel like you are riding the bumper cars of the relationship part of your adventure in mothering?

Our Adventures in Mothering theme will equip you to learn more about yourself as you go through the adventure in motherhood. You will celebrate and embrace the fun in the experiences, even in the midst of daily mom life that stretches you emotionally and spiritually.

The metaphor Adventures in Mothering is an amusement park. With the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of the amusement park, motherhood might feel like a sensory overload. But we will enjoy this together and learn more about oursleves as women, moms and leaders.

The theme verse for Adventures in Mothering is Ephesians 3:18: "how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ." The dimensions of this verse express how God is with us in our mothering adventure.

We will examine the practical aspects of our theme and then move towards spiritual truth. The knowledge that God is with us on the mothering adventure gives hope. God's love is big enough for the magnitude of the adventure.

Schedule

9:15 - 9:25 Sign In and drop off children
9:25 - 9:45 Refreshments and Socializing
9:45 - 10:00 DVD or games and doorprizes
10:00 - 10:30 Guest Speaker
10:30 - 11:00 Small Group Discussion
11:00 - 11:30 Craft Time
11:30 - 11:45 Announcements and pick up children

MEETING DATES

September 18, 2008
October 16, 2008
November 20, 2008
December 18, 2008
January 15, 2009
February 19, 2009
March 19, 2009
April 16, 2009
May 21, 2009

Registration Fees

The annual cost to be a member of our MOPS group is $75.00/ per year. This includes a registration fee to MOPS International of $30.00 and $45.00 (can be paid $20 in September and $25 in January) which is paid directly to our group. Dues help cover cost of craft supplies and child care.The MOPS registration enrolls you for an entire year in MOPS International. This entitles you to several benefits throughout the year. You will receive a semi-monthly magazine MOMSENSE, weekly encouraging e-mails, "The Mommy Diaries" (our themes book) and other small gifts.

Consignment Sale

Our MOPS group participates in the semi-annual consignment sale held by the St Luke's (Trappe) MOPS group. This is a great opportunity to sell items you no longer need, find things you do need, and earn a profit. Dates will be announced.