:: About MOMS: Mentoring Of Mothers Society
MOMS Philosophy
MOMS is:
- A Canadian
based program
- A non-profit
organization with a board of directors
- A Christian
faith-based program
- A friendship
evangelism tool
- Designed to
strengthen parenting skills, marriage, and family life, based on
Biblical truths and resources
- Designed to
come alongside local church women's ministries
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MOMS Purpose
is:
- 1. To provide
a network that encourages and equips moms to be the best mothers
they can be.
- 2. To provide
mothers the opportunity for personal growth through developing their
skills and talents.
- 3. To provide a safe place for
women to share their struggles and concerns related to raising a
family.
- 4. To provide mature women the
opportunity to mentor younger mothers.
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MOMS
operates through local chapters and large group events.
MOMS is
a registered charity and is funded solely by donations and fundraising
events. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation to MOMS,
please contact us.
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MOMS Chapters
MOMS chapters meet for two hours each week from the beginning
of October through the end of May. The childcare program, Bumble Bees, runs
simultaneously for children from newborn to 5 years of age. Each week begins
with a 30-minute registration and coffee time, followed by announcements
and a door prize drawing. Each week has a different focus including DIY
(do it yourself) classes, discussion groups or elective classes, guest speakers
or a special feature.
MOMS Corporate Events
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hosts three corporate events per year. These include: |
- Annual Conference (February)
- a one-day event designed to encourage, educate and rejuvenate
mothers. The conference features keynote speakers, break out sessions,
pampering and door prizes.
- Spring Tea (May) -
designed to encourage and educate mothers. This event features a
guest speaker, refreshments, door prizes and a different theme every
year.
- Annual General Meeting
(June) - features program information and a guest speaker addressing
a relevant subject for families.
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mom to mom…
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heart to heart …
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MOMS offers
ongoing support through:
- The MOMS
website
- The MOMS
manual - Provides all information needed to start a chapter
- Leadership
development classes (all local groups combined)
- Corporate
events
- Help with
registration and start up (October)
- Visits by
MOMS Program Director
- Continued
fine tuning of the program
- Making new
course outlines/curriculum available
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