Public recognition can also be given to the family by listing the child s name in the bulletin or newsletter. Many churches put a rosebud on the altar the Sunday morning after the child is born. In our contemporary service, we have a balloon with the child s name written on it as a sign of welcome. A ministry team can be formed to support this ministry. Members of this team can be responsible for delivering the rosebud to the family the following week.
Many hospitals provide a bag of goodies for the new family.
It is a nice touch if the church can do the same. The contents don t have to be expensive, but can be informational. Other churches give handmade items such as quilts, blankets, and booties. It s the thought that counts. These goody bags are delivered to the family along with the rosebud.