Edenvale Baptist Church will host a memorial service for the unknown baby boy who was found in a wheelie bin on Seventh Avenue.
The body of the new-born baby was discovered in a black bag by two recyclers on August 2.
Pastor Richard van Lieshout said the memorial service will be held on August 31 at the church.
“It was a tragic story. As a parent it hit home with me,” said Richard.
“I first thought the baby was discovered near our church as we are on Seventh Street.”
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By hosting the memorial service, Richard hopes to allow the community to come together.
He said the service will give community members the opportunity to pay tribute to the baby boy.
“It’s a bit weird because we don’t know the name of the child but the service will be like a normal one.”
Richard said prays will be read instead of a eulogy.
“This baby deserves recognition. In addition to paying tribute to the child, the community members can pray for the well-being of our community.”
He said the church is invested in the community’s well-being. One of the ways it assists the community is through its partnership with non-profit organisation, Tabitha House.
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The NPO runs Ruth Ministry from the church and assists pregnant women in crisis with counselling and material support.
Richard said information about the ministry will be provided to community members on the day.
The memorial service will be held between 2pm and 3pm.
Contact the church on 011 609 5225 or richard@ebcsa.org.za for more information or to assist.
