WAYSIDE CHAPEL / SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS MOM INTUITION + COMMON SENSE

February 2012

MOMSENSE
Ke ep ing us in the K no w March Family Activity: Wayside will be hosting Missionopoly on rd March 3 from 4:30-7pm in the Fellowship Hall. This is an interactive event to help everyone connect with our missionaries (local, national, th and international). Register by Monday, Feb. 27 at waysidechapel.org and receive a free bistro meal. Come bring your whole family! page

Heart Health for Women

A bo ut ou r Spe a ke rs

April MNO: We are having a MOPS Book Club! We will read Her Mothers Hope by Francine Rivers. Come grab dinner and discyss the rd book with us on Monday, April 23 at 7pm at La Madeline (Park North). Hope everyone can join in! April Playdate: We will be going to the Magik Theatre on Friday, April th 20 at 9:45am to see, Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type. Let your th DGL know if you can come by March 16 , so we can make a reservation. Prices: $5/adult; $4.75/child. Next Month at MOPS Our next meeting: March 8th Topic: Being a Conscience Consumer Creative Activity: Restaurant Activity Kits

Felicita Bernier, MS RD is a registered dietician, holding a Masters degree in Nutrition. She has 30 years of professional experience and has spent the last eight years here is San Antonio. Ms. Bernier currently works for the San Antonio Food Bank as a Nutritionist & is a volunteer for the American Heart Association Speakers Bureau.

BOLD LOVING SENSIBLE

God doesnt want us to be shy with His gifts, but bold, loving, and sensible. - 2 Timothy 1:7E

Heart Healthy Tips by Lena Adams

Did you know more women die from cardiovascular disease (heart attack & stroke) than the next four causes of death combined? These events could be prevented 80% of the time if women chose a healthier lifestyle. This includes: No smoking, healthy dietary choices & regular moderate exercise. It is important to know your familys history re: stroke & heart disease. Other information important information to know: your potential risk of diabetes, your blood pressure, and your cholesterol. Do you know any of these? Also, regularly brushing your teeth is heart healthy. It reduces bacteria load in your mouth. And get this - a little bit of dark chocolate is heart healthy! Now not too much because your waist should be no bigger than 35. Lastly, reduce stress in your lifestyle as much as possible. Now, do you know the signs & symptoms of a heart attack? Womens most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain. And do you know CPR?
info from AHA & Baptist Hospital System

March Foodies:
The following Discussion Groups are responsible for bringing food to our next meeting. Please arrive by 8:50am so our hospitality team can set the table. Fruit: Danielles group Bread: Amys group Cheese & Crackers: Oras group

Better Moms Make a Better World

MOPS Service Project

COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL

Put on then, as Gods chosen ones, holy and beloved, COMPASSIONATE hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience Colossians 3:12 This year in MOPS, we are participating in Compassion Internationals Child Survival Program. Our monthly support enables Compassions local church partners to meet five basic needs for mothers and their babies.
Prenatal Care Education and Encouragement Nutritious Food Purposeful Spiritual Nurturing Ongoing Health Care

Our MOPS moms will be partnering with Baptist Church of Lacolline, located in Lacolline, Haiti which is home to 2500 residents. Typical homes are constructed from block or cement with tin or corrugated-iron roofs. The regional diet consists of corn and millet. Few people have access to meat. The Child Survival Program will serve 53 mothers and their 56 children in this farming community. Our goal this year is to raise $20 a month to support the Baptist Church of Lacolline as they minister to these mothers and their babies. There will be jars located on each table during the MOPS meetings, so remember to bring your change and lets help minister to the women and children of Lacolline, Haiti! UPDATE: Any extra money will be used to support our moms in Haiti during the summer months when MOPS
doesn't meet. Thanks to all who have donated and keep bringing your spare change. It really adds up!

AtYourService
Rebecca Neathery (Mentor Mom)

Steering Team 2011

Sarah Lock 764.8644 Coordinator Lena Adams 696.8124 Mentor Mom Coordinator Jessica Shobe 957.4758 Registration &Finance Courtney Hohimer 265.7083 Creative Activities Kate Martin 492.2142 Hospitality Danielle Phippen 475.3438 DGL Coordinator Kimberly Hill 384.9815 Publicity & Publishing

Married to Neal for 16 years. Mother of Parker (15 yrs.), Michael (14 yrs.), and Hannah (12 yrs). This is her first year in MOPS at Wayside. (She participated in Indiana and the first MOPS meeting she ever attended was on Sept. 11, 2001). Becoming a mother has - aside from the extra pounds, the gray hair (hidden by highlightshopefully!), and getting by on little sleep been refining! Every part of me has been challenged: spiritually, physically, emotionally, and mentally. My weaknesses look worse, and my strengths seem to disappear at times. Children are a constantwhen someone comes to the side of the bed at 2a.m. and says, Mom, I dont feel well, I cannot push the snooze button or put it off until tomorrow. When I have to remind my kids for the bazillionth time to put their shoes away when they take them off (still working on that!), I cant check the box on the To-Do List Cleaning SkillsDONE! The repetitiveness of mothering, added to the physical tiredness, can push all of my carefully concealed flaws to the surface, where Ive had to learn to deal with them on the glaring stage of motherhoodthree sets of inquisitive eyes watching my every move. And yet, as daunting and discouraging as that can be, I cant sufficiently describe how it feels to snuggle a baby into my arms and smell their unique baby smell, to sing songs, and read books with them in my lap, to laugh about something funny they said or did, to watch them become friends, to discover what makes each of them feel loved, or to walk beside them proudly, knowing these children are MY gift from God. My prayer is that as they see me walk this journey they will learn to embrace Gods refining fire, because it reveals my love for them and Gods love for all of His children. One parenting tip: I dont like conflict and [SPOILER ALERT FOR THOSE WITH NEWBORNS ONLY!!!] with children comes much conflict! The best verse for me to read was Proverbs 29:15The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother. It reminded me that avoiding conflict with my kids would not produce the kind of family I desired, and helped me stand strong at times that I wanted to give in during those discipline-intensive years. Hang in thereas my husband always reminded me, its a marathon, not a sprint!

Discussion Group Leaders

Danielle Phippen 475.3438 Amy Elkins 323.2322 Mary Trombley 632.2195 Laura Middel 451.9848 Ora Linville 314.0699 Tiffera Tarbox 635.0951

Mentor Moms
Lena Adams 696.8124 Ruth Amstutz 843.9780 Lynn Kloss 493.1863 Elizabeth Mascorro 525.8254 Lisa McElroy 559.836.0920 Rebecca Neathery 277.7161 Suzy Sims 695-5109

Let there be food!

This romantic dessert is perfect for your Valentine or yourself!

Moppets Moment
by Norma Sturdivant MOPPETS Coordinator

MOPPETS Corner
Today the children learned how God watched over Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace. And, God watches over them. Here is an idea from the Pray and Play Bible 2 you could use to reinforce the lesson. Sing the following song to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat: Stand, stand, stand for God Even when the goings rough, No matter what you do. God will help you through.

Valentine Brownie Sunday Ingredients:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg, plus 1 yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla strawberry ice cream, for serving Raspberry Sauce, for serving

Meet two of the volunteers taking care of 4/5-year-olds in Room 114: Bob Barry and his wife Jo were married 58 years ago in Shreveport, LA. They have 4 daughters, one son, thirteen grandchildren, and one greatgranddaughter. He is a retired mechanical engineer who is interested in how things work, things that fly, U.S. and Texas history, travel, reading and geography. His hobbies include volunteering at Wayside as an usher/greeter, nursery helper, MOPS, golf and BSF kitchen and food service. He began volunteering in MOPPETS in 2010 to provide a male presence in the 4-5 year old class. It has been a fun experience, especially reading to and with the children. His favorite books in the Bible are Romans (clear message of our need for salvation and Gods grace) and Isaiah (early telling of Christs coming and what that means to mankind). Charlotte Harper and her Air Force husband came to Wayside in 1995. She is from North Carolina where she buried her mother last November 2010 and her sweet daddy died just after her wedding 32 years ago. Charlotte had never heard of MOPS before coming to Wayside, but she was looking for a ministry she and her daughter Amy could do once a month. She loved children and the Word of God; it was a good fit and she continued through the years. She loves relating Bible stories to the children that she hopes will impress them with the attributes of God, His love for them, His power, His provision, His holiness, etc. God revealed Himself to her in each book of the Bible. But, years ago, so many of the verses in Philippians were commands she needed to be reminded to obey that it was the first book she chose to memorize.

Directions:
1. Heat oven to 325. Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with foil, leaving some extra foil along the sides of the pan to lift out the brownies. Grease the foil. 2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and cocoa. Set aside. 3. Place the chocolate pieces and butter in the top of a double boiler over barely simmering water. When the chocolate has just melted, remove from heat. Whisk in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk in the reserved flour mixture until just combined. 4. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 min., or until a skewer inserted into the center of the pan comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Cool on a rack at least 20 min. 5. Transfer the brownies to a cutting board. Using a 3 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out two heart shapes. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to assemble sundaes. 6. Spoon Raspberry Sauce onto each plate. Place a brownie heart next to a scoop of ice cream. Serve.

Happy Birthday to you

Barbara Ellebracht Feb 3rd Julia Hvass Feb 18th Lory Peters Feb 22nd Ora Linville Feb 25th Danielle Phippen Feb 26th

Q&A
Q: How can I find out my risk level for having a heart
attack?

Please welcome our newest MOPPETS!

Leighton Chay Forester was born on December 9th, 9lbs. Congratulations Lisa! Oriana Amelia Liebig was born on January 16th, 10 lbs. 4 oz. Congratulations Olivia! Alexis Natalia Fadrowski was born on December 24th. Congratulations Arisbe! Praise God for 3 healthy deliveries!

A: To find out more about your risk for heart disease, visit:
www.heart.org. Then go to Conditions -> Heart Attack -> Heart Attack Tools Resource -> Heart Attack Risk Assessment. *If you sell a product or make something that you would like to donate as a door prize, please contact Kate Martin

Favorites
Here are some favorite Valentines Day date ideas/ traditions: Select a dinner from the cookbook you have never tried. Shop for the ingredients and prepare dinner together. Make up a song or serenade your Valentine with one of their favorites. Go for a long walk and enjoy the lovely weather. Make Valentine Cards with your kids. They really enjoy getting to be creative and tell others how much they love them. You can go to www.paper-source.com to download a Valentine craft kit to do with your kids! Take your children out on a Valentines date! Or establish something special you do every Valentines Day with your children (picnic at the park, special breakfast, a note in their lunch box, etc.). Weekend trip to San Francisco! Enjoy Blue Bottle coffee in the morning at the Ferry Building farmers market, an afternoon hike on the Lands End Trail by the Pacific Ocean capped with a nice romantic dinner at the historic Tomasos.

Odds and Ends

Bring Expired Coupons for Coups for Troops! Military Families living overseas can use expired coupons at their base commissaries. So instead of throwing away your unused/expired coupons, bring them to our MOPS meeting and put them to use! Coupons must be clipped and ready to mail. Coupons need to be separated into food and non-food items. After MOPS, join us at Chick Fil-A (Pavillion Shopping Center on McCullough). For each combo meal purchased, you get a free kids meal. Make sure to mention you are with Wayside MOPS before ordering. This also applies to the drive thru.

Steerings Favorite Things! NOTES:

Sarah Lock: Emi Jay Hair Bands (www.emi-jay.com). 5 for $10 at Learning Express. Kate Martin: Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick (color: Totally Toffee). $5 at drugstores. Jessica Shobe: Cover Girl Eye Shadow (color: shimmering sands). $4.84 at Target. Kimberly Hill: Kiehls lipbalm #1. $7 at www.kiehls.com. Danielle Phippen: OPI nail polish (color: Im Really Not A Waitress). $8 at Ullta. Norma Sturdivant: Sharons Natural Soap in Rosemary Peppermint Bar. $4 at the Windcrest Farmers Market on Sat. 10-2.

Childcare Policy
Sickness Policy: to prevent the spreading of germs, do not bring your child if in the last 24 hours they have: - Fever over 100.4 - Vomiting or Diarrhea - Skin rash or eruptions - Coughing from respiratory infection - Runny nose with yellow or green discharge - Pink eye (discharge from eye) - Parasites (nits, lice, mites, or ringworm) - Drainage, in any form from the ear - Been on antibiotics for less than 24 hours Cancellation Procedures: please remember to cancel childcare if your child is not coming. - Cancel as far in advance as possible - Even a last minute call can help ensure we provide the best care for your children. - Call 344-1203 Ext117 or email: michellej@waysidechapel.org

Opportunities to Serve
Do you know anyone who would like to volunteer in the MOPPETS program on a monthly basis or as a substitute? Please have them contact Norma Sturdivant for more information.

MOPS Contact Info

Email: waysidemops@gmail.com Facebook: Wayside Chapel MOPS Blog: waysidemops.blogspot.com