Ministry of Mothers Sharing at Holy Family Catholic Church at 5125 South Apopka-Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32819 US - FAQ Sheet

WHO IS MOMS FOR?

MOMS is for any mother of any age (married, single, divorced, widowed, stepmother, grandmother, etc.) and is designed to ignite or rekindle women's spirituality. As wives, mothers, daughters and friends, with all that we do on a daily basis, this group serves the individual through personal and spiritual growth so that we can nurture others more effectively.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE?
ü The ability to make a commitment to an initial 8 week period.
ü The ability to keep confidentiality.
ü The desire to grow by sharing.
ü The ability to support other mothers in their personal growth.

WHAT ARE THE SESSION TOPICS?

Sessions will be led by a team of facilitators and topics will include…

1. Self-Esteem & Self Acceptance
   What influences me at this time in my life?
2. Stress, Worries & Anxiety
   Learning to deal with stress productively
3. Everyday Spirituality
   Relationship with Self and relationship with God
4. Feelings
   Constructive self-expression
5. Personal Growth
   Who am I?
   Where do I give and receive support?
6. Expressing Values in Friendships
   Defining Christian values, examining relationships
7. Celebration of New Beginnings          
   An evening of Celebration 
8. Discernment: Continuing the Journey
   How will I continue my personal growth?
   How am I “called” to continue my personal growth?

WHEN ARE THE SESSIONS HELD?
The 8-week sessions at Holy Family Catholic Church are generally offered twice a year (Fall & Spring). 

IS CHILDCARE AVAILABLE?
Childcare will be available at no extra charge, but you must reserve a place for your child. Please contact April Eckwielen via email at aeckwielen@yahoo.com or 407-876-2211 (Voice Mail # 424). Children MUST be walking.

WHAT IS THE COST?
Cost is $30.00 and includes one copy of the book MOMS: A Personal Journal. Each session begins and ends with a prayer ritual designed to enhance the Christian perspective on each of these topics.

Make checks payable to Holy Family Catholic Church. To Register Contact: Teri Siemienas at 407-578-6198 or tsiemienas@cfl.rr.com.
WHO ARE THE FACILITATORS?
Three women who have participated in the 8-week journey and who are trained by the Diocese of Orlando act as Facilitators for the program.

Many of the women that have participated in MOMS have decided to facilitate groups as a way of sharing their gifts and helping to make MOMS an integral part of our church community.