No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him. 1 Corinthians 2:9
Created for More Each of our children is created uniquely—in temperament and personality. It is a joy to watch them grow and change and dream of what he or she will become. But sometimes we can lose ourselves in the midst of the drudgery of motherhood: sleepless nights, tantrums and training wheels. We can be left wondering if there will ever be more to life than this – wishing away the stage we are in. Our Heavenly Father is just waiting for us to turn to Him. He invites us to be filled with more of Him and to experience the fullness of life He has in store for us as women, wives and mothers. He wants us to embrace that we truly are Created for More.
Cover art by
Catherine Tilly
SPEAKER SCHEDULE 2014-2015 OCTOBER 2, 16 | Karen Ehman Let. It. Go. NOVEMBER 6, 20 | Jeff Helton Turning Characters Into Character DECEMBER 4, 11 | Leah Leman, Carolyn Clausen, Julie Dougherty & Louise Anderson A Simple Christmas JANUARY 8, 22 | Brian Coffey What Husbands Wish Their Wives Knew About Men FEBRUARY 5, 19 | Dr. Todd Cartmell Keep the Siblings, Lose the Rivalry MARCH 5, 19 | Michelle Graham Flourish: Intentionally Taking Care of Mommy in the Midst of Caring for Others APRIL 9, 23 | Chris Sarros Birth Order: How it Matters for You and Your Kids MAY 7, 21 | Dr. Chris Mazzarella Kids and Technology
DISCUSSION GROUPS After enjoying breakfast together and hearing the speaker’s presentation, women have time to share ideas and reflect on application questions with others at their table. Each woman is assigned to a discussion group for the year. Moms are encouraged to indicate on the registration form if there is someone with whom they would like to be seated. DATES & TIMES Two identical programs are offered each month from October through May. Moms attend one time per month and chose a group (A or C) to attend for the year. Both groups meet at 9:15 - 11:15 a.m. • Group A: First Thursday of the month (except January & April) • Group C: Third Thursday of the month (except December, January and April) KIDS TOGETHER While mothers are enjoying their morning, their young children will also be enjoying a quality, age-appropriate program. Bible stories, games, crafts and snacks are highlights. Kids Together is available for children kindergarten and younger. Child care rooms open at 9:00 a.m. REGISTRATION To register, simply fill out the registration form online at fbcg.com/mt or call 630.232.7068 ext. 137. Registrations are requested one week before the group you wish to attend. Cancellations should be made as soon as you are aware that you or your child are unable to attend. COST $6 for Mom only, $8 for Mom and one child, and $10 for Mom with two or more children - all fees are payable at the door. Cash, check or credit card payments are accepted. If any of the fees prevent you from attending, please request a scholarship when registering (fee includes child care, refreshments, program and speaker). LOCATION All programs will be held at First Baptist Church of Geneva’s West Campus – 3435 Keslinger Road, Geneva (the northeast corner of Peck and Keslinger).
For Mothers of Young Children
LEADERSHIP TEAM 2014-2015 Coordinators Kristen Streepey (A) Christel Bates (C)
kmstreepey@yahoo.com christeljbates@yahoo.com
Table Leader Coordinators Amy Walker (A) billamywalker@hotmail.com Michelle Brandonisio (C) mrbrandonisio@aol.com Newcomer Coordinators Jill O’Hara (A) Carrie VanRossum (C)
jillohara@yahoo.com vanros1@sbcglobal.net
Moms Serving Moms Carrie Petersen
cmpetersen11@yahoo.com
Giveaways Lynn Queen
queens_mail@sbcglobal.net
Newsletter Tracy Jeffrey
tljeffrey@yahoo.com
Speaker Host Betsy Fallon
bafallon@sbcglobal.net
Registration Coordinator Jen Mamminga (A) jenmamminga@gmail.com Leah Leman (C) leahleman@gmail.com Book Club Coordinator Mandy VanLue
mvanlue9@gmail.com
Decorations Coordinators Beth Gianetto (A) bgianetto@sbcglobal.net Brenda Saul (C) brenda.saul@sbcglobal.net Kids Together Coordinators Child Care – Heather Gilbertson (A) hhgilbertson@gmail.com Julie Popplewell (C) jcpoboe@msn.com Craft Amy Stone (A) hanna11@sbcglobal.net Michelle Krol (C) krolkrew7@hotmail.com Director of Women’s Outreach Kim Ericson kericson@fbcg.com
WELCOME TO a program created to affirm and encourage mothers of infants through elementary-age children. Our morning together includes breakfast, time for conversation, informative speaker presentations and discussion groups. At Moms Together women can relax, laugh and build friendships. Moms also receive helpful insights that can encourage them to grow as women, wives and mothers.
First Baptist Church of Geneva Phone: 630.232.7068 fbcg.com East Campus - 2300 South Street, Geneva, IL 60134 West Campus - 3435 Keslinger Road, Geneva, IL 60134