Introducing...

Heather Erickson, this year’s Hospitality Coordinator. (That means she's the one who sets up all the chairs and tables for our meetings, organizes the fabulous door prizes we all enjoy, puts together special gifts for moms with new babies and those of us celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, organizes our breakfast spread and decorates our space. It's a lot of work - but she's definitely up to the task! We're praying you all will feel welcomed, comfortable and well-fed at our meetings. If that's true, please be sure to thank Heather for all her hard work!)

So, here's a little info on Heather, to get to know her a little bit better...

Heather and her family moved to Sheridan in January of 2012. She and her husband, Josh, have 4 kiddos: Tristan 6, Treven 3, Lincoln 2, and Eliana 6 months. She is a warm and welcoming woman with a heart brimming with passion for Jesus. Her favorite thing about MOPS is that it sets up space for her to use her gift of encouragement. She is excited to serve you all this year, get to know you all, and to give away a TON of great door prizes!

Heather’s favorite Bible verse is Romans 12:11 “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” This is her favorite because when you are truly walking with Jesus and living a Spirit-led life, you naturally become zealous for Him. Out of that space, you get to live a really exciting life. God will use each one of us right where we’re at, whether that be Walmart or the park, and there we get to be a part of His plan and witness divine intervention. She says, “Contrary to what some think, living for Jesus is super exciting and way better than not!”

Heather’s favorite time of day is morning because all the kids are really happy and excited to see her. Her favorite dessert is cheesecake, and she “HATES” being messy!

Her favorite mommy thing is the ability to teach her kids what it means to authentically love Jesus. She loves to see them witness to their friends, teachers and to herself. She loves to remember how God has used her children to teach her a lot of lessons. She says, “When I get to the heart of walking with Jesus and truly worshiping Him… I realize the importance of raising children that love Jesus also. It just bring joy to my heart when we can sing and dance to worship music together.”

Thank you, Heather, for all the work you've put into making our MOPS meetings welcoming and full of great free stuff! Thank you, also, for your tender heart toward mothers and your desire to love and encourage us all with your joy, enthusiasm and love.

Introducing...

our Fearless Leader: Robin Hoffmann

Robin is our MOPS Coordinator this year. (That means, she organizes all those who are on the steering committee and heads up all our meetings and extra activities. She shows wonderfully gentle and loving administrative skills while keeping the rest of us on track and organized. Our meetings would not happen without all the love and preparation she’s provided.)

Here are a few things about Robin, to help us get to know one another.

Robin and her family have lived in Sheridan for 10 years. She is married to Sam and has 4 girls ages 10, 9, 7 and 4. Her favorite time of day is the evening.

Robin’s favorite things about MOPS are watching growth in the women around her and learning new “mom” things. The aspect of MOPS she is most excited about this year is our upcoming speakers!

Robin’s favorite Bible verse is Psalm 103:8 – “The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.” She says it reminds her that God is not up in heaven, removed from us here on earth, just waiting to punish us when we screw up. Quite the contrary, He is here, cheering us on in this journey of life and wanting to shower His love upon us and our children. The closer we walk with Him, the better able we are to receive that love. It also reminds her of how she can imitate Him to her children – by being slow to anger and abounding in love.

Robin’s favorite dessert is chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. (Good to know, right!?)

When asked if she likes to be messy, she answered, “NO!”

And lastly, when asked what part of mommy-ing is the most beautiful to her, she replied, “Seeing how God teaches me about Himself and His love as I strive to show my kids my love and how to live life.”

Thank you, Robin, for all you do and have done already for this 2013-1014 MOPS year!!! We love you.