MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers): Registration Has Started!

MOPS is a dynamic program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy to kindergarten. It is a smart, relevant, and caring network, making moms better moms through trusted resources and relationships. MOPS is chance for moms to set aside the demands of mothering in order to be refreshed, rejuvenated, and encouraged through discussion, interaction, and instruction, with the assurance of quality childcare.

MOPS will be meeting the following dates from 9:00 - 11:15 am at Calvary Church:

• Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Jan 11, Feb. 8, March 8, April 12, May 10

Pre-registration is required for both you and your child(ren). An annual membership fee of $50 is due upon registration. This is a one time fee.

If you have any questions, please contact Denise Atkinson at 215.723.0963 ext. 163 or datkinson@calvary-church.com or MOPS coordinator, Lindsey DeCaro at vtdecaro@comcast.net.

A Typical MOPS Morning

9:00 Registration and Refreshments
9:20 Welcome and Announcements
9:30 Guest Speaker
10:15 Discussion Groups
10:45 Craft or Activity
11:15 Pick up Children

Instruction
Topics revolve around relationships, mothering, womanhood, time management, homemaking, and much more.

Discussion Groups
In discussion groups mothers develop community through small group interaction. Moms are encouraged and valued in their role and purpose. Members offer support and share concerns with those who share similar experiences and struggles. Finally, moms can develop long lasting and intimate friendships.

MOPPETS
Dedicated Christian teachers introduce children to Christ through age appropriate lessons, crafts, Bible stories, and group play.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Serve moms by caring for their children. We need individuals willing go serve just 2 1/2 hours, 8:45-11:15 am, on the 2nd Friday of each month from September through May. Please contact Lindsey DeCaro at vtdecaro@comcast.net to see where you can help.