The spirit of giving and community at Canadian Martyr & McMaster's Saint Kateri University Student Centre is once again shining bright as we gear up for a heartwarming event – Mary's Baby Shower. This cherished tradition, rooted in compassion and the Catholic faith, has been a beacon of support for young mothers in need.
Back in 2019, some of our students from the chaplaincy joined hands to create a special initiative. They lovingly crafted baby items to donate to mothers in need, inspired by the life of Our Lady, who, as a young mother, had very little but a heart full of love. Just like the Holy Family, who sought refuge in a foreign land, these young mothers too face unique challenges and are in need of our help and support.
Rikka, former McMaster Chaplaincy leader, talks about the genesis of Mary’s Baby Shower.
The students, drawing inspiration from this powerful connection, decided to launch “Mary's Baby Shower.” This heartwarming donation drive is an invitation to the community to contribute much-needed baby items for young mothers who have courageously chosen to give birth despite the pressures to choose otherwise.
At all the Masses on the weekend of December 8th, we invite you to participate in Mary's Baby Shower. We will accept items throughout the week, however. Please bring items such as diapers, wipes, onesies, bibs, and other necessities, along with new infant outfits – all of which will be cherished by these young mothers. Let's remember that every little contribution is a step towards making a difference in their lives.
We kindly request that food items be excluded from the donations. Instead, we ask for your generous support to make 'Mary's Baby Shower' a resounding success. All the items collected will be given to Regina’s Place, a program run by Good Shepherd Ministries.
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✔ baby wipes
✔ diapers (size 4-6)
✔ any hygiene supplies (e.g., shampoo, body wash, etc.) for adults or children/babies
✔ pencil crayons, markers, pens, small notebooks
✔ laundry soap, fabric softener sheets
✔ craft supplies, e.g., glue sticks, stickers, etc.
✔ bibs
✔ face cloths
✔ receiving blankets
As we approach this beautiful season of giving, let's come together as a community to support and uplift those in need, following the example of Our Lady and the Holy Family. Your contributions will make a world of difference in the lives of young mothers and their precious little ones.