Wee Ones


What is Wee Ones?
Wee OnesThe Wee Ones Care and Share program is sponsored by Saylorville Baptist Church in conjunction with several Des Moines area churches. The event is organized by a team of moms in an effort to improve the quality of life for women and children in our community. Proverbs 31:20 says “She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy”

Wee Ones Flickr PhotoIn 2007, the program’s first year, 61 families attended the event and three individuals trusted Christ as their savior. In 2008, Wee Ones exploded and in all, 188 families, totaling more than 600 people, attended the event and heard the gospel. Seventeen individuals made salvation decisions and another 37 expressed interest in follow-up Bible studies.

To get a look at the event, check our our photos page on Flickr.

Who Does Wee Ones Serve?
Wee Ones aims to serve young parents in need. The focus being primarily on young women who are currently pregnant or parents with children under the age of three. We have the ability to serve both English and Spanish speaking parents.

How Can I Get Involved?
We collect new and gently used baby items year-round to prepare for this annual event. Please prayerfully consider a donation of any of the following items. If you’d like to donate, please contact the Saylorville Baptist Church Office at 515.289.2395 (option 3).

    ~ Baby clothes (newborn – size 4T)

    ~ Diapers (size 1 – 4)

    ~ Wipes

    ~ Baby bottles

    ~ Blankets, sheets, burp cloths

    ~ Baby gear (car seats, swings, strollers, high chairs, pack n’ plays, etc.)

    ~ Baby furniture (cribs, changing tables, dressers, rocking chairs, etc.)

    ~ Miscellaneous (infant Tylenol®, Desitin®, baby wash, etc.)

When is this Year’s Event?
Date: Saturday, July 31st, 2010
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
             6429 NW 6th Drive
             Des Moines, IA 50313

Other Important Dates
Collection Days:
Dates: April 1st – July 1st
Time: Anytime
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
             6429 NW 6th Drive
             Des Moines, IA 50313
Additional Info: If you are unable to drop your items off at Saylorville Baptist Church, you can arrange a time for them to be picked up by calling 515.289.2395 (option 3).

Move In Day:
Date: Friday, July 23rd
Time: 6:30pm – until finished
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
             6429 NW 6th Drive
             Des Moines, IA 50313

Sorting Days:
Dates: Saturday, July 24th – Friday, July 30th
Time: 9:00am – 9:00pm
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
             6429 NW 6th Drive
             Des Moines, IA 50313
Addition Info: We need approximately 25 people per day to make this a success! Mark your calendar and sign up now!

Resources
Saylorville Baptist Church Members
Wee Ones Church Networks
Partner Organizations