Moms United
Who We Are
Welcome to MOMS UNITED, a program designed for mothers of infants through school age children. Come and enjoy a refreshing morning of teaching and encouragement that includes a continental breakfast, casual conversations, timely speakers and helpful discussions groups. At MOMS UNITED you will find a caring community where friendships are built, personal growth occurs and God's desires for your life are explored! Spend some time with us and see what God has for you today!
Get Connected
As women in today's world, we find ourselves busy, busy, busy! It's easy to get caught up in the daily routines, and despite being involved in lots of activities, we find ourselves isolated. God desires for us to enjoy the psition of mom. He wants us to connect with our kids, our husbnds, our friends and Him. We hope your time at MOMS UNITED will help accomplish that.
Our Program
The MOMS UNITED program begins at 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on the third Thursday of the month, September through April, unless otherwise noted in the brochure. Registration begins promptly at 8:30 AM. Parking is available in the lot on the northeast corner of East & Jackson street.
Discussion Groups
Following breakfast and the speaker, mothers will have opportunities to talk about life application questions with other woman at their table. The discussion will stem from the speaker's topic and will allow women to share their ideas and feelings in a small group setting.
KIDS UNITED
While mothers are enjoying their MOMS UNITED morning, their young children (infant to five) will also be enjoying a fun, age appropriate program. Stories, games and snacks are all part of KIDS UNITED. Child drop-off begins at 8:30 AM We ask that if your child has had a fever, or vomiting or otherwise ill in the past 24 hours, please leave your child(ren) at home.
Registration
To register for MOMS UNITED, simply call Becky Smith at 815-568-5745. Registrations are requested no later than 4 days prior to the meeting you plan to attend. Cancellations should be made as soon as you are aware that you or your children are unable to attend.
Program Fees
The cost for a MOMS UNITED morning includes childcare, refreshments, program and speaker. There are two options to choose from:
Yearly Fees:
$30 for mom only
$35 for mom and one child
$45 for mom and two or more children
Drop-In Fees per meeting:
$4 for mom only
$5 for mom and one child
$6 for mom and two or more children
2009 - 2010 Program
Click on the link below to download the 2009 - 2010 program in PDF format.
Moms United Brochure.pdf
September 3, 2009
Moms United 09-10 Kick-off!
Come join us as we kick of the 2009 - 2010 school year with a celebration! We will be introducing the 2009 - 2010 year with fellowship, fun and so much more!
September 17, 2009 - Jill Savage
"The Heart of a Mother"
Come examine three areas in which we, as women, need to grow: a heart for our husband, a heart for our home, and a heart for God. Jill, founder of Hearts at Home, will illustrate how God has designed us to grow in character as we grow in relationship with Him.
September 29, 2009 - Tuesday at 7pm
Illinois Attorney General's High Tech Crimes Bureau
"Internet Safety for the Family" How do we keep our children and ourselves safe on the internet? In a world that is technologically advancing, what is safe and what isn't? This talk is open to moms and dads.
October 15, 2009 - Jack & Kathy Stockman
"Celebrations and Traditions"
Jack and Kathy Stockman, creators of The Advent Book, bring a wealth of ideas, activities, and resources for family traditions that are simple, fun, and meaningful. Their presentation will focus on Thanksgiving and Christmas, but will include activities that can be adapted for family life all year round.
November 19, 2009 - Ann Sullivan
"Contentment in a Discontented World"
What would it take for you to be truly content? Money? Bigger house? Pre-pregnancy body? A hubby who'll bathe the kids without being asked? Most of us live in a holding pattern when it come to contentment. We say things like... "I'd be more content if..." But God calls us to live in the moment and embrace a kind of contentment that doesn't depend on our circumstances. Is that practical? Possible? Join Ann as we explore the idea of God's call to genuine contentment.
January, 21, 2010 - Kori Mauch & Angie Nordbrock
"Simple Steps to Becoming Debt Free"
Start the new year with Kori and Angie as they share simple steps they have utilized in their own lives to enjoy the freedom of debt free living with tangible tools that really work!
February 9, 2010 - Tuesday at 7pm
To Be Determined
We will be having a speaker or movie this evening. Information will be coming soon! Come join us for fellowship and learning!
February 18, 2010 - Terry Gin
"Live It to Give It"
We all have the desire to see our faith passed on to and lived out in our children! Terry will inspire us to embrace our faith and live it out in a way that our children will embrace it, live it, and give it!
March 18, 2010 - Julie Barnhill
"One Tough Mother"
Learn how to say no like you mean it; stop overanalyzing every tiny detail; enhance the fun factor in your home; delight in your perfectly ordinary child, and more. Come join Julie as she shows us 10 ways to stand firm and be a confident, loving, and in-charge mom.
April 15, 2010 - Elisabeth Corcoran
"The Mystery of Marriage"
Mysterious? Most days, marriage is plain hard. Join Elisabeth as we find out why is marriage sometimes difficult and what we can do to build into our most important human relationship.