Author: John

Cradle Care

Cradle Care is a newly developed program that will provide care during the pregnancy, when the baby is born, and the full year after the birth. During all three stages meals will be provided by myself
or Joan Schell when needed, childcare if you have younger ones...we have a few who go through AUMC Childcare Training that may be provided to your need, and anything else you may need help with.

Mission Statement

Recognizing that the anticipation of a new baby through pregnancy or adoption is a crucial transition time in any family, the Cradle Care ministry seeks to minister to expectant families through 1) prayer, 2) one-on-one relationship, and 3) providing additional resources. As in all Aldersgate ministries, the ultimate goal is to draw families into a growing relationship with the Lord.

How to reach me

John Schell
Infants-4 Year Old Coordinator
johnschell40@yahoo.com
260-494-0965 (cell)
Aldersgate United Methodist Church
260-432-1524 x 210 (office)
www.aldersgatecommunity.com
2417 Getz Rd; Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Cradle Care Ministry
Aldersgate United Methodist Church

Before the Birth of the baby

During the Birth of the Baby

The Following Year After the Birth

Before the birth of the baby we would like to….
Make contact with you to find out your due date
Provide support as needed
Provide meals if needed
Check-ins once a week
Be available 24/7 in the event of an emergency
Childcare for older or younger ones if needed
Keep in prayer

For the birth of the baby we would like to….
Make a visit when the baby is born
Provide a meal for your new family when you get home
Provide baby bucket from the Children’s Ministry details the programs offered at Aldersgate
Provide information about valet service at Aldersgate on Sundays
Keep in prayer

In the year following your child’s birth we would like to….
Provide support as your child grows
Provide meals in difficult times as needed
Help scheduling baptism
Assist with any other needs or concerns you have
Keep in prayer