Let’s Love All the Little Ones
Arise 4 Babies
At Arise Family Church, we believe in shining a light in the darkest moments—especially for those who are most vulnerable, like newborn babies and young mothers in crisis.
Arise4Babies is a hope-inspired outreach ministry filled with sincere compassion for little ones entering the world under difficult circumstances. Our mission is simple yet powerful:
To bless new moms at our local Worcester Hospital with a “Bag of Light”—a lovingly handmade baby bag filled with essential baby and mom items.
This small gesture brings great comfort and hope to mothers who may have nothing or very little for their newborns. We also support underaged girls who are victims of rape and face motherhood unexpectedly and unprepared. Through this ministry, we offer them practical support—and a reminder that they are not alone.
What’s in a “Bag of Light”?
5x Diapers (Newborn or Size 1)
2x Vests (Size 0-3 months)
2x Face cloths
100g Baby soap bar
1x Receiving blanket
1x Knitted hoodie, booties & jersey (0-3 months)
100g Petroleum jelly / Vaseline
Small bottle of surgical spirits
1x Wet wipes
An uplifting magazine for mom (baby-related if possible)
3x Babygrows (Size 0–3 months)
Baby socks
1x Spit cloth or bib
100g Soap bar for mom
1x Warm fleece/knitted blanket
1x Soft toy
Cotton wool
Sanitizer & face mask for mom
Christian literature – journal, Bible, or devotional
We also gladly accept donations of wool, fabric, or thread to help sew the cloth baby-bags.
How You Can Help
We are grateful for all new and gently pre-loved baby items. Every item donated helps us bless a mother and baby who need it most. If you’d like to help, here are some ways:
✅ Donate items from the list above
✅ Volunteer to knit hoodies, booties, or blankets
✅ Sew cloth baby-bags
✅ Spread the word
✅ Give financially
Financial Contributions Are Welcome
Bank Details:
Name: Arise Family Church
Account Number: 628 763 910 89
Branch Code: 200407
Reference: A4B, your cell number
Let’s shine a light in someone else’s circumstance…
If you’d like to donate or get involved, please contact:
Chriszelda Veldsman – 📞 083 730 0095 | 📧 chriszeldaveldsman@gmail.com
