MOPS - Mothers Of PreSchoolers

What is "MOPS"?

MOPS stands for "mothers of preschoolers" - but don't let that confuse you. MOPS is about meeting the needs of every mom of a child from conception through kindergarten. Whether you're urban, suburban, rural, stay-at-home, working, teen, adoptive, special-needs, single or married, MOPS is for you!

Being moms is what brings us together and allows us to build a community. The early years of being a mom are just as foundational to you as they are to your baby, and those years are filled with unique needs that other moms instinctively understand.

There are more than 3900 MOPS groups meeting across the United States and in 35 countries around the world. MOPS groups meet regularly to celebrate the joys of motherhood and to encourage each other through the challenges. During most MOPS meetings, children are cared for in a program called MOPPETS, where they experience love in a preschool-like setting.

The MOPS program is built on several foundational principles:

Community: MOPS provides an open, caring, and accepting atmosphere where women can come together to share this important season of life.
Mentoring: Mature women listen, encourage, and offer information and perspectives gained through experience.
Practical Instruction: Teaching focuses on areas of common interest, offering inspiration and information that is relevant to the life of a mother.
Leadership Development: MOPS groups are organized and run by mothers of preschoolers, as well as for mothers of preschoolers. Women who are involved in MOPS gain confidence in their leadership skills through the training and experience they receive from MOPS.

Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 9:30AM to 11:15AM in the Fellowship Hall.

MOPS Game

2012 RULES OF THE GAME
Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday
@ Lockport Alliance Church
555 Davison Road, Lockport NY

GAME SET-UP:
9:30am - Drop kids off at Moppets Childcare
9:45am - Get seated and start eating!
11:15am - Game over

OBJECT : To connect with other moms in the same season of life, and grow together as mothers, wives, and women.

HOW TO PLAY:
Jan.18       MomSense III- Patience: A MomSense Quality
Feb.1        Getting the most from your relationships
Feb.15      MomSense IV - Consistency: A MomSense Quality
Mar. 7      Affordable Birthday Party Planning Details
Mar. 2      MomSense V - Self-control: A MomSense Quality
Apr. 4       Easter at MOPS
Apr. 18     MomSense VI - God-Sense: Beyond your MomSense
May 2       Mom's Pampering Day & Clothing Exchange
May 16     Making Homemade Pasta
Jun. 6       Play-date at Day Road Park (10:30-11:30am)