What is MOPS?

MOPS is about... - Celebrating motherhood - Meeting needs - Making connections - Experiencing God's love ...through relationships and resources.

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers. MOPS exists to meet the needs of every mom - urban, suburban, and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single, and married moms - moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be! MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy to kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs.

MOPS helps moms through relationships established in the context of local groups like this one that provide a caring atmosphere for today's mother of young children. MOPS also encourages and supports mom through many resources which are available on their website www.mops.org.

Our MOPS group meets the second Tuesday of each month 9:00 am to 11:30 am from September through May. Each of our meetings feature breakfast, a speaker, and plenty of time to talk with other moms like you.

We also offer open play in our gym for preschoolers on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 - 11:00 am from February 23 until April 6. No gym days on March 9 and April 13 due to our MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) monthly program. Bring your child and a toy (riding toy, ball, trucks, etc) to share. Light refreshments served.

What is MOPPETS?

Our MOPPETS program provides care for children from birth through kindergarten. While mothers attend the MOPS meeting, the children enjoy a MOPPETS program designed to meet their needs. The children are divided into age groups and are involved in planned activities that provide social growth and spiritual enrichment. Games, stories, crafts, and play enhance their physical and creative development.

Benefits for MOPPETS:

- Social growth through group activities and play.
- Spiritual growth through Bible stories and values relevant to their lives.
- Physical, emotional, and creative development through crafts, games, snacks, and songs.

Children 0-1 will be cared for in nursery classes divided according to teacher-child ratio and developmental levels. Two to five year olds will participate in storytelling, crafts, music, snack time, outdoor and indoor free play.

Please help us provide a wonderful experience for your children by adhering to the following guidelines:

1. It is helpful if you call ahead so we can plan accordingly for the MOPPETS program. Email us or call the church office 413-592-5353.
2. We recommend that you provide a change of clothing for your child if they are potty training.
3. Please label all items (including bottles and cups) with child's name.

If you are interested in helping with MOPPETS, or have any questions regarding our MOPS program, please email us.