MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers)

Welcome to MOPS at Bell Creek Community Church! 

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers, a program designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten. We hope you find information and inspiration here.

We are a group of moms dedicated to ministering to mothers of preschoolers. Moms need other moms. They need to know they are not alone. Mothers face a variety of challenges, but they have a heartfelt desire to be the best mom they can be. MOPS exists for every mom - urban, suburban, and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single, and married moms - women from different walks of life who share the trials and joys of being a mom!

Our MOPS meetings offer:

A haven for soothing frazzled nerves and forming lifelong friendships.

A chance to enjoy a delicious breakfast while meeting other moms.

A quality children's program where little ones are cared for and loved through activities.

An inspirational speaker who shares biblical truths and practical ways to fulfill the various roles of mother, wife, and woman.

An opportunity to complete a craft project that moms probably wouldn't have the time or energy to attempt at home.

A place to gain perspective and balance in a group that helps to bring out the best in moms.

MOPS at Bell Creek Communtiy Church meets every other Friday September to May from 9:30-11:15am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church 27475 5 Mile Road (see a map here).

The MOPS Experience equips women for the joys and challenges of their lives as moms. One key factor in the MOPS Experience is the relationships built within a group. 

During the 2010-2011 MOPS year, we will study Momology together to become better moms making a better world.   

Core is about knowing and growing ourselves. Finesse is about honing practical mothering skills. Circle is about building relationships.  Grandscape is about engaging with God and his unique purpose for our lives.  Ps. 139:10 says "Even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast."

Join us to build friendships, hear excellent speakers, complete crafts, and learn more about Christ and His promises to us! 

CLICK HERE to Register for Fall 2010 Bell Creek MOPS online!

Moms!  Register Your Child for MOPPETS - The Fun Children's Program of MOPS!  CLICK HERE for the registration form! To register yourself, print the form at the bottom of this page and turn it in to the MOPS Coordinator.

If you would like more information about MOPS at Bell Creek Community Church, Please Contact Us!

Mom to Mom Sale on Saturday, October 2, 2010

Bell Creek MOPS Mom to Mom Sale Rental Agreement

MOPS@bellcreek.org • BCCC MOPS c/o Molly Avery, 17715 Woodside St., Livonia, MI 48152 

Dear Mom-to-Mom Resale Table Renter:

Date of the sale is October 2, 2010. Time of open sale is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The sale will be held at Franklin High School, 31000 Joy Road, Livonia, MI 48150.

You may only sell items that pertain to babies and children including clothing, toys, books, and accessories (equipment, feeding supplies, bedding etc.), or maternity clothing and birthing preparation items.

Set up will begin at 7:00 A.M. on the morning of the sale. You must check in before proceeding to your table for set-up. The check-in location will be at the main entrance to the building. At check-in, you will receive your table number, and the approximate location of your table.

You MUST check your e-mail on the night before the sale for important information about the check-in process and for your table assignments.

You will be responsible for transporting your items into the sale. We may not have carts or dollies available for use on the day of the sale. You will also be responsible for cleaning your area after the sale. You are required to leave your table area in the same condition that you found it in.

You must arrive at the sale prior to the sale start time of 9:00 A.M. No refunds will be given for no-shows.

From approximately 8:30 A.M. to 8:55 A.M. table renters will be allowed to pre-shop at each others’ tables for personal use only and not for resale! . After 8:55AM table renters are to be at their table to sell their items to the outside shoppers.

Table renters are expected to provide their own change and their own bags. Renters are also expected to act as their own security for items that they bring to sell. We will not be responsible if items or money are stolen from a renter/seller.

You will be provided a table to sell your items from. You must keep your items in the area assigned to you and not have items protruding out into the walkways where they may cause someone to fall or trip. Renter will be provided with one 6' table within 6' of space. Your space will be approximately 4' deep including the table. You may use your own displays (shelving, bins, etc) as long as they do not protrude into the aisle. Only two sellers allowed per table rental.  Three is the maximum number of tables per renter.  Table rentals are $25 per table.

If rack space is available and you have requested rack space, your area will be approximately 4' deep with a 6' table with 3' additional feet of space to one side to allow for one rack; however you must provide your own rack.  Table rentals with rack space are $30 per table.

If you bring children with you to the sale, you are responsible for your own child-care and for supervising your children

You are responsible for pricing and tagging your own items, and arranging them in an attractive and orderly manner. This will help you sell your items.

Renters are expected to stay until 1 p.m. You agree that you will not begin to pack up your table before the sale ends at 1 p.m. Please do not rent a table if you are not able to commit to having your table set up for the entire time slot. Many shoppers attend numerous sales in a day, and may not arrive until the very end. You are obligated to keep your table "open for business" during the entire time of the sale.

You may not have commercial (retail) products displayed or advertised at or on your table unless the items have been pre-approved and the items must pertain directly to children. Business Vendors may NOT have rack space. If you are have commercial (retail) products displayed or advertised at or on your table you must purchase a business vendor table.  Vendor tables will be available for purchase on September 8, 2010, if there are tables still available.  Vendor tables are $35 for 6' table.   

You may not move to a different table at any time during the sale. You may not set up your items on any table other than your assigned table, even if a renter fails to show.

Large Item Area: There will be a $2.00 consignment fee per large equipment item. Items must be priced $5.00 or more in whole dollar increments. Items must be checked into the large-item area by 8:30 am on the day of the sale. The following types of items must be placed in the large item area: Bassinets , Bed, crib or bedding, Bikes, Bouncers, Car Seats, Diaper disposals, Discovery Table , High Chair-Booster, Inside Toys- other, Kitchens, Outside Toys , Play pens- portable cribs, Push toys, Safety gates, Stroller - Double, Stroller - Single , Swings, and Walker-Exerciser-Jumperoos. If an item cannot fit on or under your rented space, it must also be placed in the large item area.

The large equipment item area will be moderated by a MOPS volunteer: Once a person decides to purchase a large item they will go to a table set aside for the large equipment items. All items will be paid for to a volunteer of our MOPS organization and you will then be given your money by the end of the sale. You will then need to pay us the commission for the items sold.

You may sell large equipment items even if you do not rent a table for our sale.

NO REFUNDS will be given within 2 weeks of the sale date. Prior to that time, if you need to cancel, we will refund your rental fee ONLY if we are able to re-book your table before the date of the sale.

Table rentals will be assigned on a first come-first PAID basis, as completed forms come in.

Restrictions on Displays

You are not permitted to use any electrical outlets with or without the use of an extension cord or power strip without prior permission. Only fused (15 amp max) power strips or 14 gage, U.L. approved extension cords will be approved and they may not be in, on, over, or under pedestrian traffic patterns. You may not have open flames, use combustible and/or flammable gases, liquids or solids, have non-flammable compressed gas such as helium, have combustible decorations near the ceiling, have demonstrations in hallways and/ or corridors.

Bell Creek MOPS Mom to Mom Sale Table Rental Application Form

Mail this completed form and check to:

BCCC MOPS c/o Molly Avery 17715 Woodside St. Livonia, MI 48152

Please print legibly in blue or black ink.

Name: _______________________________________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________ 

Address: ______________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ______________________________________________________

Number of 6 ft. tables with rack space ($30 per table with rack space - NO rack provided) ___________

Number of 6 ft. tables without rack space ($25 per table) ___________

Number of 6 ft. tables for vendor of child-related items ($35 per table) ___________

I have read and agree to the Bell Creek MOPS Mom to Mom Sale Rental Agreement.

Signed: __________________________________________

Date:________________________

To use PayPal to pay for your table and rack space, please use the following form: