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What is Our Time?
Our Time is a ministry for moms of preschool aged children (ages 2-5). The program is structured to provide interactive activities for moms and children, which they may not do at home. Weekly activities include stories, songs, crafts, snacks and games that relate to the theme selected for each week. Themes vary each semester, and include developmentally appropriate preschool topics such as Bible Stories, Community Helpers, Fairy Tales, Families, and Animals, as well as a variety of Holiday Celebrations.
Moms and children can choose activities that interest them, with no pressure to perform or keep to a schedule. Moms have the opportunity to be positive as they watch their child grow and explore. It also provides a safe place for moms to develop friendships and create a support system of women in similar situations, because let's face it - being a mom is hard work!
Our Time Schedule
Fall 2007
Sep 7- "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle
Sep 14- When I Get Bigger (Little Critter)
Sep 21- "No Matter What" by Debi Gliori
Sep 28- Wheels, Wheels, Wheels
Oct 5- "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Brown
Oct 12- If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Oct 19- Field Trip: Cal Poly Pomona Pumpkin Patch
Oct 26- Halloween
Nov 2- How Do Dinosaurs Clean Their Rooms?
Nov 9- Brown Bear, Brown Bear
Nov 23- No Our Time
Nov 30- "The Snowman" by Raymond Briggs
Dec 7- Christmas, My Birthday, Jesus' Birthday30-Easter
Dec 14- OFF (No Our Time Until Jan 18)
Who can come to Our Time?
Our Time is open to any moms and/or care-givers and their preschool aged children ages 2-5. We also offer nursery care for smaller children to give moms a chance to focus on their preschooler.
What happens at Our Time?
A typical schedule:
| 9:30 - 9:40 |
Sign-In, find name tags, sign-up for upcoming events |
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Song and Story time |
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10:00 - 10:05 |
Announcements |
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Snack, Art & Play time |
| 10:50 - 11:00 |
Group Outside Game |
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Good-bye Circle Time |
Songs and Stories: A time to move our bodies and learn new things. Children love rhymes and songs and it is a fun way to build language skills. It is also a time to develop early literacy skills by listening and participating in stories.
Arts and Crafts: A time to be creative and experiment with various art materials. Young children can explore and create what is meaningful to them. It can be as simple as finger painting, or following the steps of a craft. The emphasis is on enjoying the process and a time for moms to praise the efforts of their child.
Outside Play: A time to be active and pretend. Children at these ages learn best through play. They can use their imaginations and enhance their motor skills by jumping on trampolines or kicking balls on the field. It is also a time for them to choose activities that interest them, whether it be navigating the slide or blowing bubbles.
Snack Time: A time to eat and try new things. Cooking is another area where children can develop independence, and a chance to say, Look what I made, Mom! Moms also have a snack for themselves, something they may not make time for at home with the busyness of life.
When is Our Time?
Our Time is held on Friday mornings from 9:30 - 11:00 am on the campus of Grace Church of Glendora. There are two semesters, one in the fall, and one in the spring. The fall semester runs from September to December. The spring semester runs from January to June.
Where is Our Time located?
Our Time is held on the campus of Grace Church of Glendora, which is located at:
1515 South Glendora Avenue
Glendora, CA 91740
We begin downstairs in Grace Hall (Building E) for registration and Song & Story Time. The rest of the mornings activities take place outside in Grace Park. (During rainy days or inclement weather, all activities take place in Grace Hall.)
How much does Our Time cost?
Our Time fees can be paid weekly or by semester whichever is most convenient for you.
The Fall Semester is $30 for the first child and $20 for each additional child. The Spring Semester is $45 for the first child and $30 for each additional child.
Weekly Fee: $3 for the first child; $2 for each additional child
Nursery care: $3 per child per week or $30 for the Fall semester and $45 for the Spring Semester. (when available, on a first come, first serve basis).
How can I get involved in Our Time?
You can find out more about Our Time by just showing up! Our registration table is open from 9:30 - 10:00am each Friday morning. Visitors are welcome at any time. Come visit us and see if our program is a good fit for you and your child.
Our Time also has opportunities for members of Grace Church of Glendora to get involved if you are searching for a ministry. Our Time is run by a group of volunteers who are committed to reaching out and sharing the love of Jesus with other moms and children. Volunteer positions include:
- Coordinator
- Assistant Coordinator
- Song & Story Leader
- Kid's Snack Leader
- Mom's Snack Leader
- Craft Leader
- Outside Activities Leader
- Nursery Workers
If you are interested in a more detailed description for any of these positions, please call the church office (626) 335-4067 and they can put you in contact with the current Our Time Coordinator.
Who can I contact if I have a question?
The current Our Time coordinator for 2007-2008 is Jill Sturkie. She can be reached by phone at (626) 852-9068.
Grace Church of Glendora
Attn: Our Time
1515 South Glendora Avenue
Glendora, CA 91740
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