General Information

MOPS is a group for mothers of children ages 0 through kindergarten.

We meet the first and third Tuesday, September through May, from 9:00am to 11:00am, at Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Child-care is available during each meeting.


The MOPS International website is: http://www.mops.org/


Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Spa Day!

Our Next Meeting, (Tuesday, February 16th) is SPA DAY! Remember to wear comfortable clothing, and bring a friend if you want (please let Heather know so she can make arrangements for childcare)!

The meeting will start at 9am, with Brunch, Announcements, and Door Prizes (There will be some great prizes...massages, manicures, Pauly's, etc-extra raffle tickets are 50 cents for 1, 3 for $1.00).We will have Gentle Stretching, a Chocolate Fountain and Nail care, and we will be receiving massages.

We will have a donation box for the students if you would like to donate to them.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Summer Schedule

We have many fun things planned throughout the summer, including a hike, several tours, and park play days.

Please email cjwsbg@gmail.com for more information!

Monday, March 16, 2009

MOPS Mentor Karen

For those who wish to donate to Gary and Karen Herrington, you can use the flowered mailbox and place your donation there during the Meeting.

Even if you are unable to give, please remember to keep Gary, Karen, and their family in your prayers.

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Antiquities Information

Antiquities Fundraiser

Antiquities is a fundraiser to help raise tuition for the next year at MOPS.

You sell $10.00 Photo Session Coupons and 100% of the coupon price applies toward your tuition for next year. Each Session includes one 10x13 photo ($89.95 Value). Any additional pictures that are taken can be purchased separately when the photographs are picked up.

Saturday APRIL 18th will be picture day!

They provide the old-fashioned set, including props, clothing, etc. The photos will be in Antique Color. Similar to the last time, but with more color. Children 16 and under are allowed. One coupon per household and parents must be present during the session.

New this year:Anyone who sells 10 or more coupons will receive a free portrait package!

Free packages are at 10, 15, 20, and 25 coupons.

Please get ahold of Nancy M. or Mindy R. with any questions.

Any coupon amount sold above the cost of the membership tuition is added to the MOPS budget for next year, including scholarships!

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Love and Logic Class information from Mary J.

If you were at our MOPS meeting this past Tuesday, you heard that Westminster will be hosting a six-week "Parenting with Love and Logic" class on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm beginning Feb. 26 and ending April 2nd.

Westminster Presbyterian is excited to be hosting this class. Robert Aberle, who gave our MOPS group a mini-introduction to the Love and Logic parenting approach on November 4th, will be teaching this class! Robert is a counselor with the Rapid City Catholic School System, and has been teaching LOVE and LOGIC for many years. He encourages both parents to attend if at all possible. For more information on this parenting approach, visit http://www.lovenadlogic.com/.

The cost will be a maximum of $50 per couple, and it includes a wonderful book that you will be able to keep. Child care will be provided. This class is open to the community, so please feel free to share this information with friends. To sign up, call Mary J. at 791-1524. Payment will be due on February 26th.

Space is limited, so please let me know as soon as possible and no later than Thursday, Feb. 19th if you plan to participate! Feel free to call me with any questions you may have.

Mary J-791-1524

Adventures in the Kitchen- Egg Bake from Feb 3rd

There were a few requests for this dish. It was made by Billie I.

Egg Bake Dish

10 Slices Bread (no crust)
3 Cups Milk
8 Eggs
2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Cup Broccoli
2 Cup Chopped Ham
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard

Whip milk and eggs together. Add salt and dry mustard to mixture. Set aside.

Spray bottom of baking dish, Spread bread pieces on bottom of pan, Sprinkle on cheese, then broccoli, and then ham. Pour milk & egg mixture over the top.

Cover and refrigerate over night.

Before baking top with 2 cups corn flakes and ½ cup melted butter. Spread 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Bake at 325 for 50 to 55 minutes.

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Upcoming Marriage Conference

For those who are married in our group:

Christian Life Ministries staff will lead "Living and Loving the Marriage God Desires for You" on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27 and 28 at K Bar S Lodge in Keystone.

Cost is $125 per couple which includes conference materials, lodging, breakfast, and lunch.

Cost is $40 per couple without lodging.

For more information or to register, call 341-5305 or e-mail clm1@rushmore.com.

Registration deadline is Feb. 16th.