What is MOPS?
… not just another playgroup
(Mothers of PreSchoolers) MOPS is an international non-profit organization providing small groups designed to support and encourage mothers of children preschool age and younger.
MOPS exists to encourage, equip and develop every mother of preschoolers to realize her potential as a woman, mother and leader in the name of Jesus Christ.
A MOPS group is a place for moms to share joys and struggles and to learn practical ways to raise our children and care for ourselves as God intended. Together we address issues and needs of women and our families covering a wide range of topics.
What do we do?
We begin with refreshments and fellowship, followed by the introduction of a topic of the week. After our speaker presentation we include time for small group discussion, sharing, support and prayer. Topics include, but are not limited to, parenting skills, enriching relationships (spouse, family, world, God), family values, etc. To keep it light-hearted we have fun days – such as guest speakers, crafts, and holiday projects. We also coordinate community projects – such as reaching out to teenage moms at a transitional living facility, or other community outreach projects. We have also done book studies.
Who can join?
MOPS is open to all women, regardless of church affiliation.
When and where?
We meet every other Friday morning from 9:30 – 11:00 am (with childcare). The MOPS year is broken down into fall (Sept.-Dec.) and spring (Jan.-May) semesters.
Our Spring semister begins on January 13th:
January 13: “Mama Dramas”
January 27: “Self-Control”
February 10: “Love”
February 24: “Fun mom game day!”
March 9: “Calm and Joy”
March 21: Special guest speaker at the Jewish Community Center, 7:30 p.m., Jeanine Fitzgerald of the the Better Behavior Bureau, “Beyond Bossing, Begging, and Bribing” (no childcare, free evening event)
March 23: ”Relationships”
April 6: “Easter-related topic/sharing our stories”
April 20: ”Beyond MomSense” (understanding GodSense)
May 4: “End of year brunch”
We meet at Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 Main Street, Worcester, MA. Phone 508-799-4191.
* Please note: when Worcester Public Schools are cancelled due to inclement weather, MOPS will be cancelled as well.
What about my other children?
MOPS offers a wonderful program for infants through kindergarteners. While the moms meet in a nearby room, care is provided for the littlest ones and toddlers on up participate in MOPPETS, a program that includes crafts, music, games, and Bible stories. Childcare is provided at a minimal cost. Children must be registered in advance.
How do I register?
Fill out the MOPS registration form and return it to Wesley United Methodist Church as soon as possible. If you would like to enroll your child in our childcare program, please also complete a childcare information form.
What is the cost?
The annual (2011-2012 fall and spring semesters) MOPS International fee is $23.95, and includes weekly e-mails, a monthly magazine and a free gift. For Wednesday evening’s there is a small administrative fee of $10.00. For Friday morning’s there is an Administrative/Childcare registration fee for the Fall 2011 session of $40, and covers the cost of our fabulous childcare program.
How to contact us
For inquiries or registration, please contact Jean Grant (grantgirl05@yahoo.com) or the church office.