The Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) ministry at Lake Center Bible Church is about connecting with other moms in the community, celebrating motherhood, and experiencing God’s love through relationships with other women who share this important season of life.

A typical normal MOPS meeting involves:

DISCUSSION GROUPS

Before the MOPS year begins all the moms are pre-assigned to discussion groups. These moms sit together at a table throughout the year during the discussion time. The goal of this is to provide a more intimate, accepting atmosphere where moms can freely share thoughts and feelings while providing the opportunity to connect with other moms at a deeper level. In other words, we hope for you to be able to make some new friends! Discussion groups often get together outside of MOPS for fun activities (with and without children). If you have any questions about these discussion groups, please contact Sarah Webb.

FOOD

What would a get together be without food? Each meeting a discussion group is assigned to bring food for all the mothers to enjoy. Coffee and juice is provided. Your discussion group leader will organize this.

SPEAKING TIME

A speaker is scheduled for each meeting. The speaker normally talks for around 30 - 40 minutes while we enjoy the food. Throughout the year we discuss issues related to mothering (surprise!), marriage, friendship, health, and even practical issues like cooking, cleaning, and organizing. The meeting information page lists the speakers as they are scheduled.

CRAFT or CREATIVE ACTIVITY

For another 30 minutes or so we have a craft or creative activity. Our creative specialist, Marianne Voetberg would love to hear suggestions, praises, or offers of assistance from you!

DISCUSSION TIME

Although our meetings can be quite full with activity, we make it a priority that each discussion group gets time to discuss the speaker topic and share about their personal lives. There will also be opportunity for you to make known or write any specific prayer requests you may have. Our Mentor Mom, Denise Baumann is also available to pray for you, talk with you or whatever you like. Please feel free to contact her.

CHILD CARE

For each meeting your preschool aged children are welcome to participate in our MOPPETS program, designed especially for them. Please see the MOPPETS section for details or talk to Marti Lindstrom.