Moms self-report loneliness in staggering statistics, probably because they feel no one truly knows the truest version of themselves.

-MomCo Magazine

I’ll be honest, being awkward isn’t something that I try to be, it just comes naturally. One time I came inches away from hugging an Uber driver when he dropped me off at the airport. Another time I was leaving Trader Joe’s, deep in thought about one of my kids, and instead of saying to the checker, “Have a good day!” I grabbed the receipt and said, “Love you!” Needless to say, my personal response to next year’s MomCo theme, “MAKE IT AWKWARD” is: TOO LATE. ALREADY DONE. 

First, let me offer an assurance that this group is not a bunch of women finding ways to do embarrassing things under the guise of connection, (that sounds a lot like middle school). But we are a group that allows women to be who they are, share only if they are ready and show up no matter what kind of state they are in. We laugh a lot and also go through a ton of tissue. Sometimes moms come to our meetings early, sometimes they show up an hour late, others stay chatting until the meeting is long over and everything is put away. We always say, “Whenever you get here, it’s just the right time.” 

At the heart of next year’s theme is an encouragement to be honest, be vulnerable and create a space where others can do the same. This takes grace, trust, and hope. For women who are used to trying to make it perfect, making it awkward can be a challenge. At MomCo, we’ll figure it out together.

- Tifny Mathena

Click here to read more about the Make It Awkward theme.

Click here to watch the theme reveal video.

Are you a mom of young children looking for connection? We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month starting in September from 9:15am to 11:15am in the Fellowship Hall. Childcare is provided with registration but fills up fast! Join us for breakfast, coffee, guest speakers, true fellowship and more. The cost is $60 for the year, with scholarships available upon request. 

Sign up for 2025-2026 Columbia MomCo here!

Another Great Year at Circle of Friends

Last week friends and family gathered to support their magnificent preschoolers for the End of Year Programs. This week, families picked up their kiddos from class for the final time of the school year, continuing the festive tradition of the Celebration Car Parade! What a gift these families and children are to our community. 

Thank you to the amazing staff at Circle of Friends for loving these kids and families so well!

Join us for VBS Work Party Craft Dates

• Wednesdays, May 28 & June 4, 10:00AM-12:00PM (childcare available)
• Wednesdays, June 11 & 18, 6:00PM-8:00PM (no childcare)
• Saturday, June 21, 10:00AM-12:00PM (no childcare)

Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast for Sunday School and Youth Volunteers

Sunday, June 8 at 9:00AM

Fellowship Hall

Would you like to show your appreciation for these important volunteers? Please consider bringing an item to the breakfast before the 9:00AM service on June 8. Sign up here!

Fifth Grade Promotion

Sunday, June 8 at 9:00AM Worship Service

Sanctuary

Join us on June 8th as we acknowledge our 5th graders and send them off to Middle School with a small gift and a blessing! If you have a 5th grader or a child entering Middle School and have not received an email and/or would like them to participate in this event, please email Tifny so she can send you more information!

Popsicles in the Park

June 19, July 15, August 4

10:00AM-12:00PM

LeRoy Haagen Park

Bring a blanket or lawn chair... we'll provide the popsicles!

CPC summer interns will be there to lead the kids in organized games and fun.

Vacation Bible School - Registration is Open

June 23-27, 9am-Noon

Ages 5 (by the end of August 2025) through CURRENT 5th Graders

$35/child *Scholarships available upon request.



Join us as we learn about our faithful friend we can always trust… Jesus! He is our True North!

*Please register your child for the grade they are CURRENTLY IN. 

A child who is in preschool in May will register as a preschooler. 

A child who is in 5th grade in May will register as a 5th grader.

Bike Hike

July 25-31

Farragut State Park

For complete information on Bike Hike and to register click here.

Guys & Kids Campout

August 8-10

Millersylvania State Park

Save the date! Registration will open at a later time.

Tifny Mathena, Children and Intergenerational Ministry Director

tifny@columbiapresbyterian.org

Anna Haagenson, Director of K² Live and Children's Music

anna@columbiapresbyterian.org

Lydia Fitzpatrick, Youth Director

lydia@columbiapresbyterian.org

Catherine Feeny, Youth Ministry Worship Leader

catherine@columbiapresbyterian.org

Viva Dennis, Administrative Associate for Children's Ministry

viva@columbiapresbyterian.org

Katie Mrochko, Administrative Associate for Youth Ministry

katie@columbiapresbyterian.org

Lindsey Wright, Childcare Coordinator

lindsey@columbiapresbyterian.org

Laura Ericcsen, Circle of Friends Preschool Director

laura@columbiapresbyterian.org

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