Steering Team...Meet Luisa

My name is Luisa Crane and I am Hospitality.

This will be my 4th year in MOPS.

My husband, Casey, and I just celebrated six years of marriage and have four kids - Joshua (20), Nathan (15), Isabella (4) and Sophia (will turn

1 in October). 

I was born in São Paulo, Brazil and have called Spring Hill home for 2 years.

We attend GracePointe Church in Franklin.   

Meeting supportive friends for myself and my children is what means the most to me about MOPS.

My favorite “non-momma”activity is traveling.

Steering Team...Meet Sara

My name is Sara Fouts and I am Hospitality.

I’ve been a member of MOPS since spring 2010, and this will be my 2nd year serving on Steering. 

Gary and I have five children - Eric (25), Chad (20), David (18), Summer (6) and Sara Beth (4). 

I’m originally from Chattanooga, TN; but lived in Virginia Beach, VA while
Gary was on active duty for the US Navy. 

We returned to Tennessee in 2009 and are members of Thompson's Station Church. 

MOPS has been so special to me because I’ve met friends that have supported me through these crazy years of motherhood, and I love the encouragement and knowledge all of the speakers bring! 

When I have free time, my favorite “non-momma” activity is reading. 

I am also a veterinarian and plan to return to work part time this fall.

Steering Team...Meet Danica

My name is Danica Giffen and I am Co-Coordinator.

I've been in MOPS for six years and this will be my 4th year a Co-Coordinator. 

Ryan and I have been married for nine years and have three boys - Will (6), Eli (1½) and Jad (born 8/1/13).

I grew up in Decatur, IL and have lived in Spring Hill for five years. 

We are members of Thompson Station Church. 

I love MOPS because it allows me to connect with other fabulous moms. 

My favorite "non-momma" activities are being with my husband or friends; eating, getting pedicures, etc.

Steering Team...Meet Katie

My name is Katie Jones and I am Discussion Group Leader.

I have been in MOPS a total of 3½ years, and in this chapter 1½ years. 

My husband, Josh, and I have been married five years and have two children - Ellie Kate (4) and Foster (1). 

I’m originally from middle Tennessee and have been living in Spring Hill for three years where we attend Thompson Station Church (when Josh is not traveling). 

I value MOPS because I’m able to gather with other women who are going through the same things as me. Being a mom can be lonely and it’s nice to know that we are all in this together.
My favorite “non-momma” activity is watching hair and makeup tutorials on You-Tube … I know, I’m a nerd!

Steering Team...Meet Becki

My name is Becki Kuhl and I am in charge of Finance.

This will be my 5th year in MOPS and my 4th year to serve on Steering. 

Darren and I have been married for nine years and have three boys - Brice (5), Rider (4) and Davis (born 6/27/13).

Originally from Kansas City, we’ve lived in Spring Hill for five years and attend Gateway Church in Franklin. 

The friendship and the bond of common life stages is what I value most about MOPS. 

My favorite “non-momma” activity is reading and trying new restaurants with my husband.

Steering Team...Meet Mandy

My name is Mandy LeFevere and I am Co-Coordinator.

I’ve been a part of MOPS for 4½ years and am excited to serve as Co-Coordinator again this year. 

I’ve lived in Spring Hill for the past five years, before which we called Rockford, IL home. 

Luke and I have been married for twelve years and have four children - Adelyn (7),
Greyson (4½), Isaac (21 months) and Emery (born 7/22/13). 

We attend GracePointe Church in Franklin. 

What means the most to me about MOPS is talking and learning from other moms of preschoolers in the group. I feel refreshed and ready to tackle motherhood again after leaving our meetings. 

When I can get a way for a bit, my favorite “non-momma” activities are pampering myself with a pedicure and a little shopping.

Steering Team...Meet Bethany (Me!)

My name is Bethany Leighty and I am Discussion Group Leader/Publicity (Blog)

I’ve been in MOPS for four years and have served the past three in the role of Publicity. I’m
excited to also be taking on the responsibility of DGL this year. 

Erik and I have been married for six years and have two boys - Harland (5) and Hayes (1½). 

Originally from Dickson, TN, I have lived in Spring Hill for six years, where we attend TSC. 

I enjoy the friendships and support from other MOPS moms who know what you are going through during this crazy, ugly, yet beautiful season of life! 

My favorite “non-momma” activities are hiking, listening to music and hanging out with friends.

Steering Team...Meet Tabatha

My name is Tabatha Miller and I am Steering Liaison.

I’ve been in MOPS for three years. 

Kris and I were married in 1998 and parent Daniel (15), Stephen (6) and Elizabeth (4). 

Originally from Yakima, WA, we moved to Spring Hill/Thompson's Station almost 10 years ago. 

Our family attends Church of Nativity. 

MOPS is my mama time ... I love the fellowships I’ve developed with the other members. 

My favorite "non-momma" activities are crafts, painting and reading.

* Steering Liaison is a new position this year. Tabatha will greet moms when they come in and show
them the Moppet Desk, head-up chapter fundraising, be the social activity coordinator, take attendance, track of the Queen of the Day, be the Bunco Box owner, as well as take notes for Steering meetings.

Steering Team...Meet Shanda

My name is Shanda Newlin and I am Discussion Group Leader.

This will be my second year in MOPS. 

My husband, David, and I have been married for 14½ years. We have three children - Derek (9), Kylie (8) and Kyndall (4). 

I am originally from the Lone Star State, Texas; and have been in Spring Hill almost two years. 

We are “church floaters” but mainly attend WellSpring in Spring Hill. 

The most important thing to meabout MOPS is the awesome women I have become friends with. 

My favorite “nonmomma” activities are shopping, reading, and going to the movies.

Steering Team...Meet Colleen

My name is Colleen Reese and I am Discussion Group Leader.

I look forward to my 3rd year at MOPS and love being a Discussion Group Leader. 

I am wife to Brian (married 5 years) and mommy to Zeke (4) and Olivia (turns 1 in December). 

I was born and raised in Massachusetts, but moved to Spring Hill two years ago by way of
Orlando, FL, where I lived for 16 years while going to college and teaching elementary school. 

TSC is our church home. 

The strong sense of community at TSC MOPS is what made this area feel like home to us and I praise God daily for the friendships I have found in this group. 

When I take off my "mom hat" I love to read, volunteer for a local women's ministry, get pedicures and eat lots of chocolate. My life is "a beautiful mess" and I love it!

Steering Team...Meet Sarah

I am Sarah Scaffidi and I am Discussion Group Leader / Publicity (Newsletter)
This will be my 4th year in MOPS and my 3rd year to serve on the Steering Team. 

Jake and I have been married sixteen years and have four kiddos - Matt (9), Will (6), Emme (3) and
Beth (1). 

I am one of those rare “native Nashvillians” (born at Baptist Hospital). Jake and I met in college and stayed in Alabama for our newlywed years, then moved to Spring Hill ten years ago. 

Our family is very active at Thompson Station Church. 

I love MOPS because it allows me to connect with other women in my same station in life who can support me (and I them) because we’re walking the same walk. 

My favorite "non-momma" activities are reading, treating myself to a pedicure and scrapbooking.

Steering Team...Meet Heather

My name is Heather Thompson and i'm the MOPPETS Coordinator.
I've been in MOPS for four years, but a part of this group for three years. 

Robbie and I have been married for eleven years and we have three kids - Dalton (6), Keeley Ann (3)
and Lena (will be 1 in October). 

I was born and raised in Williamson County and you can't throw a stick without hitting someone I'm related too. We moved to Melbourne, FL for work and lived there for five years before we moved back. 

We are members of Thompson Station Church and love it. 

MOPS has always been very important to me, as a stay at home mom it has been my lifeline. It allows me to meet other moms like me and form a support group that knows what it's like. 

My favorite "non-momma" activities are reading (when I can) and Girls’ Nights Out.