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The Story of MOPS MOPS . . .
Eight women. The number was small, but
the need was great. The first MOPS meeting
Embracing the
took place in February 1973 in Wheat Ridge,
Colorado.
Adventure!
For two hours, while their children received
care, these mothers talked, laughed, ate, had MOPS Is About . . .
a craft, and ended with a short devotional. In
this humble beginning, the seeds of the Celebrating Motherhood
MOPS concept and format were planted.
Through friendship, creative outlets, and in- Meeting Needs
struction, the women began to understand
that “mothering matters.” Making Connections
Today, the same needs for significance are
met in much the same way in MOPS groups Experiencing God’s Love
across the United States and around the
world. Establishing Relationships
Get Connected . . . with MOPS!
Adventures in Mothering Registration is necessary—
The MOPS International theme for 2008- please call and let us know that You’re invited to join the
2009 is ADVENTURES IN MOTHERING. This you want to be involved! Covenant MOPS Group
theme will equip us as moms to learn more
about ourselves as we go through the adven- (Mothers of Preschoolers)
ture of motherhood. We will learn how we
can celebrate and embrace the fun in the Meeting at:
experiences, even in the midst of daily mom
life that stretches us emotionally and spiritu-
,
Covenant Presbyterian Because Better Moms
ally. 6995 MaeAnne Ave., Reno
775-746-8118 Make a Better World
The metaphor for ADVENTURES IN MOTH- www.covenant-reno.org
ERING is an amusement park. With the
Vickie@covenant-reno.org
sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the
amusement park, motherhood might feel
like a sensory overload. But our MOPS Learn more about
group will enjoy this together and learn MOPS International at
more about ourselves as women, moms, and www.mops.org
leaders.
What Is MOPS? You’re Not Alone
(although sometimes you probably
MOPS stands for Mothers of Pre- wish you were!)
schoolers, a program led by mothers
themselves and designed for moth- • Have you ever asked an adult where the
ers with children from birth through Kindergar- “potty” is?
Covenant MOPS meets every 3rd Wednesday, • Can you sing all the words to the “Barney”
ten. These mothers all have a shared desire … September through May. An optional family
to be the best mothers they can be! theme song?
style dinner is available starting at 5:30 and • Is spaghetti a finger food in your household?
MOPS meets from 6:30-8:00pm. MOPS has in- • Do you write your grocery list in crayon?
Our evening begins with a family-style dinner sightful speakers, helpful demonstrations, small
for the WHOLE family. (A donation is re- mom-to-mom discussion groups, fun crafts or crea- If you answered yes to one or more of these ques-
quested to cover the cost of the meal.) After tive activities, great food, and relaxing fellowship. tions, don’t worry! Help is on the way at MOPS!
dinner, children can go to their classes and the
moms go to MOPS from 6:30 to 8:00pm. You may attend MOPS with or without your chil-
Meetings will usually have a speaker on a par- dren. Quality, loving childcare is provided for
ticular topic followed by discussion and often a your children, nursery on up. The children’s pro-
creative activity or craft of some kind. Speaker gram, called MOPPETS, is where little ones en-
topics will include a variety of topics such as gage in developmentally appropriate play and edu-
health, strengthening relationships, discipline, cational activities during the meetings so moms can
money- and time-saving tips and other topics feel free to enjoy their activities.
of interest to mommies of young children..
FAQs
We will also be planning some special get-
togethers, play dates & Moms’ Night Out activities
throughout the year.
Is there a fee to attend MOPS?
2008-2009 Meeting Dates Yes. There is a $35 fee for the year which cov-
ers your MOPS International Membership (a
September 17 requirement for all MOPS moms) as well as
October 15 our craft supplies and more. Your MOPS Int.
Membership also provides you with a maga-
Facing the Ups and Downs of November 19
December 17
zine subscription, web site access and more.
We understand that being a mother often de-
Motherhood Together! January 21 mands a tight family budget, so if the dues
February 18 would keep you from joining the group, please
March 22 talk with one of our leaders.
We Know That April 22*
Every Mom Needs: (*moved because of Easter) If don’t attend Covenant for
Identity Growth Relationship
May 20 church can I still come to MOPS?
Yes! MOPS is a ministry of the church for all
Help Perspective Hope “...how wide and long and high and deep mothers of preschoolers. All mothers are wel-
is the love of Christ…” -Ephesians 3:18 come regardless of religious affiliation.
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