What is Wee Ones?
The 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”
In 2007, the program’s first year, 61 families attended the event and three individuals trusted Christ as their savior. Fast forward to 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 (0 – size 4T)
· Diapers (size 1 – 4)
· Wipes
· Baby bottles
· Blankets, sheets, burp cloths
· Baby gear (car seats, swings, strollers, high chairs, pack n’ plays)
· Baby furniture (cribs, changing tables, dressers, rocking chairs, etc.)
· Miscellaneous (infant Tylenol®, Desitin®, baby wash, etc.)
When is this Year’s Event?
Date: September 19th, 2009
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
6429 NW 6th Drive
Des Moines, IA 50313
Other Important Dates
Sorting Days:
Dates: July 15, 27
August 12, 24, 31
September 7, 9
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Place: 6000 Douglas in Des Moines
(Just South of Merle Hay Mall)
Move In Day:
Date: September 13th
Time: 1:00pm – until finished
Place: Saylorville Baptist Church
6429 NW 6th Drive
Des Moines, IA 50313
Resources
Saylorville Baptist Church members
Wee Ones Church Networks
Partner Organizations