You are invited to a place designed specifically for you, a mother of preschoolers. Here you’ll experience authentic community, mothering support, personal growth and spiritual hope, all to help you be the best mom possible. Where is this place? Most likely it’s near you. It’s called Cross Community MOPS.
MOPS stands for "mothers of preschoolers" - but don't let that confuse you. MOPS is about meeting the needs of every mom of a child from conception through kindergarten. Whether you're urban, suburban, rural, stay-at-home, working, teen, adoptive, special-needs, single or married, MOPS is for you!
Being moms is what brings us together and allows us to build a community. The early years of being a mom are just as foundational to you as they are to your baby, and those years are filled with unique needs that other moms instinctively understand.
"What MOPS has provided for me is a welcome break; a chance to make new friends; the opportunity to know I'm not the only mom who goes through the struggles and joys of raising young children!" –Stephanie L.
There are more than 3,900 MOPS groups meeting across the United States and in 35 countries around the world. MOPS groups meet regularly to celebrate the joys of motherhood and to encourage each other through the challenges. While each group is different, the MOPS program is built on several foundational principles:
- Community: MOPS provides an open, caring and accepting atmosphere where women can come together to share this important season of life.
- Mentoring: Mature women listen, encourage and offer information and perspectives gained through experience.
- Practical Instruction: Teaching focuses on areas of common interest, offering inspiration and information that is relevant to the life of a mother.
- Leadership Development: Groups are organized and run by mothers of preschoolers. Women who are involved gain confidence in their leadership skills through the training and experience they receive.
- Discussion: The intimate and accepting atmosphere of a small group offers moms a chance to share their successes, failures, questions and concerns. It is during these times that a mom realizes that she is not alone, and lifelong friendships are formed.
- Teaching: Topics presented at meetings celebrate motherhood and meet a mom's unique needs during this season of life.
- Creative Activities: Through creative projects and presentations, women are encouraged to experience the sense of accomplishment that comes with trying and finishing new things.
- MOPPETS: During most MOPS meetings, children are cared for in this program where they experience love in a preschool-like setting.
So now that you know what MOPS is all about, visit with the women in your community at Cross Community MOPS. We meet every other Wednesday morning (9:30a – 11:30a) at Cross Community Church off Prosperity Farms road north of PGA boulevard. For more information: www.crosscommunitymops.com or look us up on Facebook.
We are proud to present Cross Community MOPs as a sponsor of Macaroni Kid of Palm Beach Gardens-Jupiter!
