Freedom from Worry: October 10 meeting

We enjoyed another week of getting to know each of you and finding focused time to spend together. At our meeting, we watched a video from MOPS, Intl. about worry, both its impact on our lives and how we can take control and face life head-on. We heard from Molly Urso, who is a mom, a MOPS coordinator and a seminary student. In her message, she encouraged us to find what is at the root of our worry, to name the things that cause stress, and to invite others to come alongside us. We should not allow worry to paralyze us and to keep us from enjoying life and from being there for the people who matter to us! 

If you missed this great message or would like to watch it again, please find the link in our email newsletter. 

We also went over where the money from our yearly dues, both to MOPS, Intl. and to our specific group, is spent. Here is a breakdown of how that money is used.

How much to join?

• MOPS International Fee: $31.95 - Goes towards Welcome Packet of materials, access to online resources and magazine.
• Crossroads MOPS Fee: $60 per semester

Your $60 covers...

• Stipends for MOPS Kids childcare workers - Crossroads Fellowship also subsidizes approximately 60% of total cost!
• MOPS Kids' materials
• Craft materials
• Brunch - coffee, napkins, plates, utensils
• Table centerpieces
• Celebration gifts for babies
• Speaker gifts
• Scholarships for other moms in need

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• We have 2 fundraisers underway to raise money for our group, which will go towards scholarships and childcare expenses. We are selling Butter Braids and Yankee Candle. Our deadline to turn in orders is November 14 and all products will be delivered to our December 12 meeting. This post has all of the details on both fundraisers. 
• Thank you for the helpers who stayed behind to clean up last week! We continue to have a need for people to give 5-10 minutes of their time to help after each meeting. Join our hospitality group to stay connected. 
• Halloween this year falls on a 5th Tuesday, so we'll plan to get together for a whole group playdate. Details TBD.
• We still have T-shirts available! You can order using this form. 
• Thinking ahead: We will be holding a Christmas Toy Exchange at our November 28th meeting. Recycle some of the toys you'd like to donate, and take home some new ones for your kids to enjoy.  

NEXT TIME AT MOPS

• We will have our annual marriage panel! This has been a favorite meeting of many in the past. We will have a panel of couples from different backgrounds and stages in life to answer questions and give advice about marriage and parenting. We hope you'll be there.
• Kristen & Rachel's groups are bringing brunch. Sign up here. 

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