Ministry of Mothers Sharing (MOMS) is a ministry designed for women, especially those who hold the role of “Mother,” to take time to focus on themselves and on their own needs.
Hey Mom, are you looking for a way to deepen or enrich your life in a faith environment? St. Mary is looking for you! Lisa Drape and Jan Kriener are leading a MOMS Group at St. Mary. Mothers gather eight times over an agreed upon period of time. Through MOMS, women are encouraged to reflect on themselves and on the roles they hold in life. They take time to look at their strengths, weaknesses, ministries, feelings, and friendships, and how God’s grace plays a role in all aspects of their lives. They are encouraged to seek out areas in their life for personal growth, and to view their vocation as the sacred gift God made it. Please fill out the registration form at the bottom of this page. We will probably meet on Monday or Tuesday evenings. A group will be formed when 9 to 12 women express interest.
MOMS is led by a team of women who have felt the call to reach out to others through this ministry. They willingly share from their own personal stories, and help guide discussions based on questions found in the MOMS journal. MOMS is an eight-week journey, and is open to any woman who plays the role of “mom.” This may include mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers, day-care providers, teachers, or any other similar positions. Each journey is fundamentally the same, with each parish adding their own unique flair.
MOMS was created by the Sisters of St. Benedict of St. Paul Monastery in St. Paul, MN. The creators based this journey on the gospel values expressed in the documents of Vatican II, especially Called and Gifted for the Third Millennium. The first edition was published in 1993, and since then the ministry has created a national network of women.
MOMS is led by a team of women who have felt the call to reach out to others through this ministry. They willingly share from their own personal stories, and help guide discussions based on questions found in the MOMS journal. MOMS is an eight-week journey, and is open to any woman who plays the role of “mom.” This may include mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers, day-care providers, teachers, or any other similar positions. Each journey is fundamentally the same, with each parish adding their own unique flair.
MOMS was created by the Sisters of St. Benedict of St. Paul Monastery in St. Paul, MN. The creators based this journey on the gospel values expressed in the documents of Vatican II, especially Called and Gifted for the Third Millennium. The first edition was published in 1993, and since then the ministry has created a national network of women.
Testimonials from participants at St. Patrick Parish, Cedar Falls:
“The MOMS group is a true gift to yourself. Give yourself the pleasure of participating. You will be so fulfilled! It helps to build life-long friendships!”
“I was a bit skeptical at first. I didn’t really know what to expect. This experience was beyond my expectations! A truly spiritual and personal growth journey. I am so glad I took this leap of faith.”
“MOMS reminded me what a special ministry motherhood is. The group was really fun and I got to meet some new friends.”
“I did MOMS eight years ago when my children were very small yet. It was a nice little “me time” once a week and I met some other young mothers that I still have great friendships with today!”
“To be honest, I weakly turned down the invitation to MOMS twice and tried to come up with legitimate excuses between those two rejections. I thought this group wasn't for me because I had many incorrect preconceived ideas about its purpose, namely that it was a support group for Christian mothers with mental health issues--none of which I identified with. Boy was I WRONG and happily so! I met the most amazing, beautiful, and strong group of women. MOMS is a gift that all women deserve to give themselves!"
“This ministry was the beginning point of my adult spiritual journey. It helped me to appreciate the gifts and talents that God had given me. I learned to look at motherhood as a ministry – a calling from God. I believe I became a better mom, a better wife, and a better steward in the community from the MOMS 9 week journey!”
“An excellent way to meet people and make new friends.”
“I was a bit skeptical at first. I didn’t really know what to expect. This experience was beyond my expectations! A truly spiritual and personal growth journey. I am so glad I took this leap of faith.”
“MOMS reminded me what a special ministry motherhood is. The group was really fun and I got to meet some new friends.”
“I did MOMS eight years ago when my children were very small yet. It was a nice little “me time” once a week and I met some other young mothers that I still have great friendships with today!”
“To be honest, I weakly turned down the invitation to MOMS twice and tried to come up with legitimate excuses between those two rejections. I thought this group wasn't for me because I had many incorrect preconceived ideas about its purpose, namely that it was a support group for Christian mothers with mental health issues--none of which I identified with. Boy was I WRONG and happily so! I met the most amazing, beautiful, and strong group of women. MOMS is a gift that all women deserve to give themselves!"
“This ministry was the beginning point of my adult spiritual journey. It helped me to appreciate the gifts and talents that God had given me. I learned to look at motherhood as a ministry – a calling from God. I believe I became a better mom, a better wife, and a better steward in the community from the MOMS 9 week journey!”
“An excellent way to meet people and make new friends.”