How Time Flies!

Wow! I can't believe that it's November already. We had a great kick off and have seen a lot of our old attendees return, as well as some new faces. Please remember to let every young mom (13-20) know that we are here for them!!

We've had some great topics so far this fall:

One night we worked on our BHAGS (big, hairy, attainable goals!) It's been great for everyone to share what we'd like to work on, change, accomplish and conquer! Each young lady (and leader!) made a poster to represent what we are working on. It was amazing how many things in common we all had. It continues to prove the point that God is working in all of us and while it might seem that we've "made it"...there are always things that are a work in progress. Thanks Deb!!

Another fun evening came when a past leader visited to share with us cooking and shopping tips. She made a yummy dinner and dessert right in front of us and then gave the dishes away as door prizes!! For some this was a refresher, but for many it was the first time to think about things like coupons, menu planning, smart shopping... Thanks Jeanine!!

Some of our best times, however, come when we are just in spontaneous, intimate conversations with the girls. A couple of weeks ago we played a question game where we each had a card with a random question. The questions ranged from surface deep (What is your all time favorite movie?) to intense (Who has influenced you the most in life?) As we went around the table sharing our stories we laughed, got teary-eyed, and just had amazing bonding time. It's those special, unexpected moments where we often grow the closest. They remind me what an amazing family we are forming and how Jesus Christ can bridge any gap, any divide. Thanks Amy!!

I share these stories to help paint a picture of what Teen MOPS is about. I also share them because I know that many people would like to be invovled but aren't sure how. Also, there is a misconception about teen moms and what their future holds. It doesn't have to be true. Their choices aren't limited--they may just look different. Their goals don't have to be discarded--they may just have to be developed differently. Their lives don't have to be "over"--in fact this can be the catalyst that turns them to Jesus. If you feel a special tugging on your heart, please join us for a Wednesday night. You don't need to commit to anything...just come and observe, join in a conversation, enjoy a great meal. After a time or two you will know if God is calling you to this ministry.

Perhaps you do desire to help, but not necessarily as a leader. There are many wonderful ways to help us grow our ministry. Provide a meal, donate items for our MOPS Mart, donate literature for our growing library, lead a night with a special skill you may have, help drive some of our younger moms who don't have transportation, come and hold babies in our chilcare room, provide gift cards for our door prizes. Or most importantly, become a part of our growing prayer team. Each week you will be provided with our prayer needs and well as the specific prayer requests the moms share with us.

Thanks for reading and thanks for considering how you might impact this future generation for Christ!!