Craft Day!

We can’t wait for MOPS this week! Don’t miss our meeting this Friday, February 24th @ 9:30 am.


***We will hear from Linda Strnad - loving, energetic and creative mother of five (four adults and one teen)- soon to be a grandma, will be speaking about serving your community and family and teaching your children to do the same. Come hear what she has to share! ***

It is also CRAFT week! We will be making Hand Stamped Washer Necklaces!!

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable:

Come as early as 9:15 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.)

Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary on the side of the building.

Moms come hungry! Fellow MOPS moms are serving you brunch . . . you don’t need to bring anything unless of course you signed up to do so!

Craft Day!

We can’t wait for MOPS this week! Don’t miss our meeting this Friday, January 27th @ 9:30 am.


*This week is a CRAFT DAY! You will be taking home a custom a dry erase board which can be used for prayer request, honey-do lists, weekly menus or even homeschooling, the possibilities are endless!

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable:

oCome as early as 9:15 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary on the side of the building.

oMoms come hungry! Fellow MOPS moms are serving you brunch . . . you don’t need to bring anything unless of course you signed up to do so!

CRAFT DAY

We can’t wait for MOPS this week! Don’t miss our ONLY Decmeber meeting this Friday, December 9th @ 9:30 am.

*This week is a CRAFT DAY! We will be assembling decorative TRIVETS!

*Also, we will hear from a woman we, as MOPS moms, helped out a few years ago, and how her life has drastically changed! Come hear what Rachel Carmen has to share!

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

oCome as early as 9:15 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary on the side of the building.

oMoms come hungry! Fellow MOPS moms are serving you brunch . . . you don’t need to bring anything unless of course you signed up to do so!

"Drop n Shop"-Christmas Cookie & Craft Workshop

Happy Holidays!!!
I am so happy to be offering our Christmas Cookie & Craft Workshops again this year!!! The kids have had so much fun in the years past. As a busy homeschooling and stay at home Mom, I understand the need for time away from your little ones to go Christmas shopping!


If you have never taken part in one of our workshops, here is what to expect:

*Mom or Dad can Drop and Shop!!!

*Kids have a great time at Ms. Meghann's for 5 hours, on your chosen day.
Dec 19, 2011 (Mon), 9:00am to 2:00pm

Dec 22, 2011 (Thu), 9:00am to 2:00pm


*Kiddos get to decorate Christmas Cookies, make a Christmas Craft, enjoy Holiday Storytime, Christmas Music, and make new friends!!!

*Snack and Lunch Provided!!!

*Outdoor fun time, weather permitting.

*Ages 3-6 Welcome!!!

*$8/hr per child, siblings $6/hr (includes all crafts, cookies, food)

*Each group will have a teacher and helper, only 10 children maximum per workshop.

HELPER:

I have hired a pre-teen helper to assist me in the workshops, so I will not be alone. She is extremely qualified and one of the most mature young ladies I know. She serves regularly in our church's children's ministry and I am happy to have her on my team. Also this ensures each child gets to have the best experience possible and the attention they deserve at Ms. Meghann's Christmas Workshop.

If you are intersted in signing your child up for one of our Christmas Cookie & Craft Workshops, email or call to sign them up. I can be reached at: meghannboothe@yahoo.com or 704-218-3053.

Please take a look:

http://christmasworkshops2011.shutterfly.com/

A Little About Me:
I thought you may be interested in learning a little about me, since you will be leaving your sweet kiddos in my care. I am a Christian, stay at home mom, homeschooler of my two daughters, and wife to my very best friend. My girls are 6yrs and 4yrs and my husband and I have been married for 12 years.


Up until the past few months I ran an in home child care business and preschool out of my home. I can provide you with many references upon your request as to my qualifications in caring for children of the preschool age and up. The only reason I do not provide child care regularly anymore, is because I decided to continue homeschooling my daughter for 1st grade. I knew I could not to both great. I also am the preschool coordinator in my church and serve regularly.

The Christmas Cookie and Craft Workshops have been so fun over the years, I still wanted to offer them again this year even though I'm not providing child care services regularly any more. I will offer occasional daytime child care through the holiday season as well.

Things I love: Family, God, Watching my kids learn, Animals(we have chickens), Cooking, Chocolate, Running and Reading.

Thanks for your support!!
Meghann Boothe
704-218-3053
Monroe, NC 28112

Craft Day!

We can’t wait for MOPS this week! Don’t miss our meeting this Friday, October 28th @ 9:30 am.
*This week is a CRAFT DAY! We will be assembling handy FIRST AID KITS for the car, home, or diaper bag!


*Also, we will hear from another of our mentors, Mary Beth Johnson. Come hear what she has to share!

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.
oCome as early as 9:15 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary on the side of the building.

oAll moms – New and Returning - Please help us and yourself by filling out the attached registration forms for your children (MOPPETS form) and you (MOPS form). Please fill out new ones for this year if you haven’t already. (If you come prepared your wait in line will be shorter too!)

oMoms come hungry! Fellow MOPS moms are serving you brunch . . . you don’t need to bring anything unless of course you signed up to do so!




 

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Served at MOPS on October 14th by Laurel Haines

1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. b. sugar
1 packet vanilla inst. pudding (4 serving size)
2 c. pumpkin
2 eggs
4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 package of semi-sweet choc. chips

Cream butter, sugar and pudding
Add pumpkin and eggs
Mix dry ingredients. Add dry to creamy.
Mix in choc. chips.
Drop onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 10-15 min. or until done througout

Craft Day!

We can’t wait for MOPS this week . . . how about you? So, don’t miss our meeting this Friday, September 23rd @ 9:30 am. Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

• Come as early as 9:15 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary on the side of the building.
• Remember this week is the CLOTHING SWAP! We will ask those participating in the Swap to arrive at MOPS promptly at 9:15am on Sept 23rd. You will be allowed to shop while others are arriving, eating, and chatting. You are welcome to take home any items that you brought that no one needs, but if you would like you can also leave them at WBC and we will donate them to a local women's shelter. (If you would like to drop off your clothes on Thursday, you may do so between 10am-12pm-otherwise bring them Friday)
• Don’t forget to bring your registration forms!! (If you come prepared your wait in line will be shorter too!)
• MOPS
• MOPPETS
• Come hungry! Fellow MOPS moms are serving you breakfast . . . you don’t need to bring anything unless of course you signed up to do so!

We'll be making our own bag tags using Shrinky Dink paper and your imagination. Just cut, draw, color and bake. Instant, waterproof, kidproof tag! Here's a sneak peek:

MOPS registration is $50 – If you haven’t already registered, bring a check made out to Waxhaw Bible Church to start your MOPS membership and have your MOPS benefits on the way. New moms, you are welcome to join us 2-3 times before deciding to register for the year.
See you Friday, September 23rd at 9:15am!

Your Waxhaw MOPS Steering Team,
Sydney Yurksaitis – Coordinator

Dori Pfizenmaier – MOPPETS

Laurel Haines - Publicity

Jill Weir – Hospitality

Tricia Sparks – Hospitality

Stephanie Davis - Craft Activities

Laura Sims - Finance

Laura Rothert - Discussion Group

Peggy Manning- MOPS Mentor

Kate Nash-MOPS Mentor

Heather Steele-MOPS Mentor

Mary Beth Johnson-MOPS Mentor

Clothing Swap

This weekend is going to be a tad chilly, so maybe you were thinking about tackling the joyous task of switching out your kids' summer and winter clothes? Out with the old and in with the new, right? Then perhaps, in your great relief about finishing the job, you were going to drive over to the Goodwill truck and dump off those outgrown clothes so you would never have to look at them again.


DON'T DO IT!! MOPS is going to be having a clothes swap in just a few weeks. Details will follow, but you can bring those old clothes and pick up some "new" ones--ALL FOR FREE.

We'd love for you to save the gently used clothes for the swap.

Bring separate bins or laundry baskets with clothes sorted by size and gender. (Or by women's size including maternity) Be sure items are stain-free, tear-free, and multi-piece outfits are pined or well-attached. During the swap, we will allow you to choose outfits based on the honor system, as many as you need. Your selection does not need to be equal to what you brought, and we decided for ease not to worry with a ticket system. HOWEVER, please be observant of other moms shopping in the same bins that you are and do not take an unreasonable share. We are doing this to help each other out, so be gracious to one another. Remember, we are all in the same boat. Perhaps if you see three other moms are selecting from the same size/gender bins, take turns each selecting item one item. Especially with shoes, do not take more than one pair until everyone has had a turn. If you need to shop from multiple sizes, go first to the sizes you are most in need of. Obviously, we want ALL the clothes to be swapped, but any remaining will be given to a women's shelter.

MOPS 2011-2012~MOMSense

Its that time again ladies!


We are getting ready for our new MOPS season~ Discovering your MOMSense! We are so excited for what's to come this year with our MOPS group. We want to encourage you to go ahead and register with us for the upcoming year. This year the registration fee is $50.

You may send a check to Waxhaw Bible Church 6810 Pleasant Grove Rd Waxhaw, NC 28173.

In the memo remember to put "MOPS Registration". We do have some half scholarships available. Please contact us if you are in need of a scholarship. mops@waxhawbiblechurch.org

 On August 26th at the Waxhaw Park (Playground) at 9am-10:30am, we will be hosting a MOPS Pre-registration . This will be a chance for any mom to come with the children, register for MOPS and meet some other moms. We will provide juice and water for kids and moms.

 This year we are looking for some MOPS moms who are passionate about Hospitality, Crafts, and Discussion Group leading. We are in the process of putting together some commitees to make our MOPS group even more awesome this year. So if you think one of the areas listed above would interest you, a place where you can use your gifts and talents, please let us know so we can get you plugged in right away :) Its going to be a great year!


Our first meeting will be
September 9th, 2011 at 9:30am.

MOPS Meeting this Friday, March 25th

Friday, March 25th
9:30 am


 It’s CRAFT day!

Pop-top Gift Cans

 

Pop-top Gift Can materials 

Video Instructions (youtube video) 
 

Make a friend's day by surprising them with a pop-top gift.

Don't miss our next Mom's Night Out this Tuesday!

Mom’s Night Out

Bring a friend

Tuesday, February 22^nd  

7:00 pm until

Rendini’s Pizza & Pasta

1315 N Broome Street, Waxhaw 704-843-1993

Directions: Rendini’s is just off Providence Road

in the Food Lion Shopping Center (next to the post office)

Don't miss our next MOPS meeting!

Friday, February 11^th at 9:30 AM

It is going to be a "flip-flop" February at MOPS! We are flipping our meetings and this Friday, February 11^th is our Craft day! We have a very special craft: No sew fleece blankets. If you have fabric scissors, please label and bring them. You will be making two blankets: one to take home and one to donate to a special children's hospital. This is in loving memory of little Carter Cummings.

I am planning to be back at MOPS this meeting; I am so excited to see everyone. But, to make things a little easier on me I am inviting our MOMSnext group to join us. MOMSnext is for mothers of school-aged children. We usually meet after our MOPS meeting for lunch once a month. I am just not up for an all day event yet. Thank you so much for your prayers and encouraging words as I have been through this difficult recovery time at home. I loved the get well banner everyone signed and I still have it taped to my living room wall. I love you all! Blessings, Heather

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

• Come as early as 9:20 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS.
  Please make sure to mark all of your child's belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) *Please include a change of clothes for each child in their bag. To check in, enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary.
  

• It's cold & flu season. A child who has been sick within the last 24 hours shouldn't come to MOPPETS. A fever, diarrhea, vomiting, or a runny nose that isn't clear means it's a day to stay home.
  

Moms, come hungry! Breakfast is served . . .

Waxhaw MOPS

Cookie Exchange

Christmas Party

It's the time of the year
when best cookies are made
What fun to make extra in order to trade
Please come on Monday, December 13^th
bring cookies, your best
Exchange yours for others and so will each guest
Bring as many to trade as you want to take home
And some for the table for we're sure
not to roam
Until we've had coffee, tea and a chat
and welcomed the season
There's reason for that
Our baking is done, we'll relax,
we are free
So sing Merry Christmas from you
and from me.

Who: Waxhaw MOPS Moms & MOPPETS Workers

What: Cookie Exchange, Cookies, Coffee & Tea

When: 7:00 pm, Monday, December 13^th

Where: Waxhaw Bible Church, Main Sanctuary

RSVP By: Deadline past - Instructions below for those who have signed up.

1. All Cookies Should Be Homemade
2. Please bring 6 dozen cookies
3. Arrange the cookies in a basket or platter
4. Bring a large EMPTY container (in addition to however you are bringing/displaying your cookies) to carry the variety of cookies that you will be taking home
5. RSVP Laurel Haines (laurielee35@hotmail.com) ASAP and let me know what type of cookies you would like to bring so I can ensure that we do not have any duplicates
6. Email me your recipe, and I will put together a Recipe Booklet for our Cookie Exchange
7. There will be a prize for the best cookie
8. If you don't have time to bake or have burnt your cookies, but still want to attend, you must go to a real bakery and buy 6 dozen yummy cookies :-)

Questions? Contact Laurel Haines (laurielee35@hotmail.com) or Heather Steele (mops@waxhawbiblechurch.org)

MOPS Meeting

MOMOLOGY: Finesse
Part 2: Real World Mothering

Friday, Dec 10th
9:30 to 11:45

There is only one meeting this month, so don't miss all of the excitement at MOPS. We hope you enjoy the time with family and friends during the wonderful season of Christmas.

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

• Come as early as 9:20 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Please make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary. If you might have taken a pager home from our last meeting, please remember to bring it with you.

If you haven’t filled out registration forms for your children previously and you are joining us for the first time or you have a new addition to your family, please EMAIL names, birthdays, and any allergies of each child to Heather Steele at mops@waxhawbiblechurch.org or reply to this message. This will help us prepare for the size of each classroom. Registration forms are on the blog - left side-bar.

MOPS Meeting

MOMOLOGY: Finesse
Part 1: My Mothering Style

Friday, Nov 12th
9:30 to 11:45

There is only one meeting this month, so don't miss all of the excitement at MOPS. We hope you enjoy the time with family and friends during Thanksgiving.

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

• Come as early as 9:20 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Please make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary. If you might have taken a pager home from our last meeting, please remember to bring it with you.

If you haven’t filled out registration forms for your children previously and you are joining us for the first time or you have a new addition to your family, please EMAIL names, birthdays, and any allergies of each child to Heather Steele at mops@waxhawbiblechurch.org or reply to this message. This will help us prepare for the size of each classroom. Registration forms are on the blog - left side-bar.

Mom's Night Out

Bunko!

& Soup Night

Tuesday, Oct 26th

7 pm until

Lisa Hodge's House

6900 Shady Oak Lane

Waxhaw, NC NC 28173

MOPS Meeting
October 8th
9:30 am

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

::Come as early as 9:20 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Please make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.)*Please include a change of clothes for each child in their bag. To check in, enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary.


::Moms, come hungry! Breakfast is served . . .

Session II: Core – Who am I?


2010-2011 MOPS Theme

MOMOLOGY: The Art and Science of Mothering.

Mom's Night Out - Sept 28th 7pm

Brooklyn Pizza

Mom's Night Out

Bring a friend!

Tuesday, Sept 28th

7 pm until

Wesley Chapel (next to Target)

6400 Weddington-Monroe Rd.
Wesley Chapel, NC 28104

Don't miss this Friday's meeting - Sept 24th

*Not exact card we are making - but an example & it's cute!

MOPS Meeting: Craft Day
Personal Note Cards

Friday, Sept 24th
9:30 to 11:45

Here are some helpful tips to make your MOPS morning even more enjoyable.

• Come as early as 9:20 am to drop off your children for MOPPETS. Please make sure to mark all of your child’s belongings (i.e. diaper bag, bottles, pacifiers, etc.) Enter through the glass doors closest to our sanctuary. If you might have taken a pager home from our last meeting, please remember to bring it with you.

• If you haven’t filled out registration forms for your children previously and you are joining us for the first time or you have a new addition to your family, please EMAIL names, birthdays, and any allergies of each child to Heather Steele at mops@waxhawbiblechurch.org or reply to this message. This will help us prepare for the size of each classroom. Registration forms are on the blog - left side-bar.
  

• Moms, come hungry! Breakfast is served . . .

YOU ARE INVITED!

2010-2011

OPEN HOUSE

Friday, August 27^th

Waxhaw Bible Church

9:30 to 11:30

Please join us for a mini-MOPS day
with games, kid's crafts, snacks, and
information about our new MOPS year.
The Waxhaw MOPS Steering Team is looking forward to seeing all of you.
Bring a friend.

Waxhaw Bible Church

6810 Pleasant Grove Road

waxhawbiblechurch.org