Tuesday, January 22, 2008

NEW INITATIVES - SHARING & RESOURCE TABLE

We will be starting a "Sharing Table" and "Resource Table" at our next meeting. If you are able to assist with these initatives in any way please let one of the leaders know! We need your help and support to make this a success!!

THE SHARING TABLE
This will consist of items that you may no longer require and wish to bless other moms with. Some items could include: coupons, diapers or toys that your child has outgrown, lotions, household items, decorative items, etc. Please ensure all items you donate are in good condition.

THE RESOURCE TABLE
This will consist of CDs, books, and DVDs. We presently have all of the Hearts at Home conference CDs from March 2007 - which we recommend that you take advantage of (invaluable information). We have also recently received a donation from John Furth (Kelly's husband) of Kelly's collection of Joyce Meyer CDs. We also plan to add parenting reference books and study guides. If you have any items to donate please let Joy Myong know.

REVISED MOMS' SCHEDULE 2008

MOMS' REVISED SCHEDULE 2008


JANUARY

10 MOMS - 9:15 Topic:Body Imaging Spkr: Jill Pederson

24 MOMS - 9:15 Topic:Power of a Praying Mother Spkr: Marta Gemelli (Moms in Touch)


FEBRUARY

14 MOMS - 9:15 Topic: Redefining Romance by Jill Savage (via prerecorded CD)

28 MOMS - 9:15 Interaction Day


MARCH

13 MOMS - 9:15 Topic:For Women OnlySpkr: A Surprise!

27 MOMS - 9:15 Interaction Day


APRIL

10 MOMS - 9:15 Topic:CPR TrainingSpkr: TBA

24 MOMS - 9:15 Topic:Household Tips with Interaction


MAY

8 MOMS - 9:15 Topic: The School Years*Home Schooling Christian, Public?

22 MOMS - 9:15 Spring Celebration Banquet & Clothing Exchange


*Please note that the schedule is subject to change - check with your mentor for details

Hearts at Home National Conference

Once again the Hearts at Home conference is almost here! Many of our moms & leaders have attended for several years and feel so blessed to have such a great resource for moms. We would love to have as many moms attend and the information is outlined below.

Hearts at Home is a stay-at-home mom support group that started with ~10 moms over 10 years ago by Jill Savage and friends in Normal, IL and has grown to 6,000+ women who attend the National Conference held at the Illinois State Uuniversity campus.

This March the conference offers a fun and educational weekend of guest speakers who cover a variety of topics. Examples to promote spiritual and personal growth classes like "Living the Promised Life: Seeing with Eyes of Faith"; "Motherhood: Finding Magic & Joy in Your Journey as a Mom" and tips on strengthening your marriage presented by experts in this area (see website at www.hearts-at-home.org for a complete list of class options.)

Did I mention this weekend conference is great fun? They provide Friday Dinner and Moms Night Out filled with music and laughter. It is truly an amazing experience that you don't want to miss.

When is it? The National Conference dates are March 14 & 15 (Sat. & Sun.)
There will be a MOMS Group caravan leaving Thursday evening and returning Saturday late afternoon.

Where will I stay? 2 big hotel rooms have been booked for MOMS Group at Eastland Suites Hotel in Normal, IL for Thursday and Friday night.

How do I register? Easiest way is to go online www.hearts-at-home.org and look for National Conference. You can also call (309) 828-MOMS

How much will it cost? $210 (estimate)
$125 - The Conference Plus Package includes 2 full days of classes, 2 lunches and Moms Night Out. (If you can only attend Friday or Saturday, the 1-day fee is $80)
$12 - Friday Dinner
$75 - Hotel/Gas

DONATIONS FOR LOCAL PREGNANCY CENTERS















Aurora Pregnancy Information Center accepting the donations from M.O.M.S. (in picture above) www.rupregnant.com

Dear Ladies of Calvary,
I want to express my gratitude and appreciation on behalf of the many young women we serve at the Pregnancy Resource Center in Bolingbrook. The Christmas Boxes you filled and decorated with such loving care went a long way to bless our clients.

We never enjoy having to tell a client that we do not have what she needs. They do all that's necessary to earn their. "Mommy Dollars" for a little "shopping spree." I always feel so badly if we're "out of stock."

Your gifts made a huge difference--at a most important time of year--when we are celebrating the One whose precious name we are serving in!

Thank you for your wonderful contribution--and God bless you as you have blessed!

Sincerely,
Marilynn Cutrano

Marilynn Cutrano, Managing Director Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center 630 739 6684
www.hopeforafuture.com (Clients: www.uhohpregnant.com)
"Children are a gift from God....." Psalm 127:3


WHAT A BLESSING IT WAS to share God's love with the pregnancy centers in Aurora and Bolingbrook. Our moms gave beyond our expectation and we had 26 boxes for each center along with gift cards and packages of diapers. The handwritten note above was received from the Aurora PIC and an email from Bolingbrook PSC. Both centers where so grateful for the donations -- please remember them in your prayers.


The following photos below will show the enjoyment we all received from participating in this outreach ....