Friends, fellowship, fun

Whether you're expecting your first child or are a seasoned veteran to parenting small children, the bimonthly MOPS meetings at Covenant Baptist Church offer a chance to share successes and struggles with others who know what you are going through.

Enjoy adult conversation, a delicious brunch, enlightening speakers, creative crafts and prayerful discussion while your children enjoy loving care in Moppets.

And moms and kids come together several times a year for special events like visits from Santa, holiday parties or to rock out with local singing sensation Kyler.

We'd love for you to join us! All moms are welcome. We have moms from all walks of life and many different denominations in our group, from longtime Christians to those still seeking.

Registration is open for the 2011-12 year. Visit our registration page, or call the church office at 785-273-2811 or email cbcmopstopeka@gmail.com for more information.

2011-2012 Theme: MomSense!

MomSense: Bold - Loving - Sensible

"Developing a mothering strategy is somewhat like playing a game, and this year's theme is appropriately game related. Have fun being a mom! Playing games involves being bold and taking risks, loving those in the game with us and being sensible while figuring out what works and what doesn't." - MOPS International

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Scriptural foundation for MomSense:

"God doesn't want us to be shy with his gifts, but bold, and loving and sensible."

2 Timothy 1:7 - The Message

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The steering team is in the processing of planning the 2011-2012 year, and we've got a fun line-up taking shape that includes:

• Speakers
• Crafts
• Spiritual reflection
• Brunches
• Outside meet-ups
• Opportunities for service
• and Games!

We'll reveal more teasers as our first meeting, Tuesday, Sept. 20, approaches!

If you haven't signed up yet, visit the registration page and make sure your paperwork and dues are submitted to reserve your spot.

Questions? Leave a comment or email cbcmopstopeka@gmail.com.

Registration open to new and returning moms

We've opened registration to any moms interested in joining the Covenant Baptist Church MOPS group.

We hope you'll join us for a fun year. For registration forms and information, visit our registration page.

Questions? Contact us at cbcmopstopeka@gmail.com.

Want more information about MOPS? Here are a few helpful links:

• This 2008 story from The Topeka Capital-Journal focuses on another local MOPS group, but gives a great picture to newcomers of what MOPS is all about: http://cjonline.com/stories/092008/rel_334491871.shtml
• This is the website for MOPS International: http://www.mops.org
• Learn more about our chartering church, Covenant Baptist Church: http://www.cbctopeka.com/ (Moms of any denomination are welcome at MOPS!)

Registration opens

Registration for 2011-2012 is officially open to returning members, plus a few additional moms on our current e-mail list! We're reserving these spots through Friday, July 8, and paperwork and dues must be received by that date to hold your place in MOPS and/or MOPPETS. You should have received forms and directions from Becky Ericson.

Fall dues are $23.95 for MOPS International and $30 for local dues -- totaling $53.95. Scholarships are available.

Beginning on July 9, registration will be opened to the public.

Introducing...

The 2011-12 Steering Team: 

• Coordinator - Shana W.
• Treasurer - Jennifer A.
• Hospitality - Lynette C.
• Publicity - Amy B.

Discussion Groups will be a team effort.
Creative Activities will be led by various MOPS moms who are willing to lead an activity.

We're looking forward to the fall!

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