Baby Blessings Ministry: Bringing Happiness and a Lovingly-Crafted Gift to New Parents

A baby is a blessing, a gift from heaven above. A precious little angel, to cherish and to love.”

This concise, yet beautiful verse is included with each blanket, made by the Baby Blessings Ministry group. Thanks to this dedicated group of women at our parish, new babies have a handmade, knitted, or crocheted blanket to snuggle with.

Once a month, the group gathers to knit or crochet together. However, due to COVID-19 precautions, the ministry members now make the blankets at home. While this beautiful form of stewardship has continued through the pandemic, group founder Jenny Nelson says that it’sbeen hard to not be able to get together.

“We look forward to the day when we can get back together again,” Jenny says.

Before the onset of the pandemic, the group was gathering the first Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. They pray for the families who will be receiving the blankets and then get to work knitting or crocheting.

“I enjoy getting together with other ladies that have similar talents and interests and getting to know them better,” Jenny says. “We receive the gift of friendship as we make things for others.”

Jenny began this ministry in early 2018. She thought it would be a great opportunity for fellowship, built around a hobby that many women enjoy. Now, members distribute 15 to 20 blankets per year. They keep plenty on hand so they don’t run out. And, the New Baby Welcome Ministry members distribute the blankets when they take a gift and food to the new parents.

“I enjoy giving of my time and talent to hopefully bring some happiness to the new parents of our parish,” Jenny says. “We want them to know that their new baby is already loved by our church members, and we care about them as a family.”

Of course, there is no better way to show you care than a handmade gift. Jenny says this small act of kindness makes a big difference for parents. She wants all parents to know they, along with the new addition, are very loved by our parish members. This is a way to reach out and spread God’s love.

“It’s just a simple way to show we care,” Jenny says. “This ministry shows that we truly welcome and pray for these new members in our parish.”

Anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting is invited and encouraged to get involved with this wonderful ministry. For now, blankets are being made at home. Jenny Nelson hopes that the group can once again meet in person soon. For more information, please contact Jenny at 405-747-5465 or jjnelson1@suddenlink.net.