Members of the Prayer Shawl group are taught to knit and crochet if they don't already know how.  Completed shawls, sets of sweaters and hats for premature babie and other items created by the members are blessed by a priest gifted to people in need of a "spiritual hug".

Compassion and the love of knitting/crocheting have been combined into a prayerful ministry and spiritual practice which reaches out to those in need of comfort and solace, as well as in celebration and joy. Many blessings are prayed into every stitch.

The shawl maker begins with prayers and blessings for the recipient. The intentions are continued throughout the creation of the shawl. Upon completion, a final blessing is offered before the shawl is sent on its way. Some recipients have continued the kindness by making a shawl and passing it onto someone in need. Thus, the blessing ripples from person-to-person, with both the giver and receiver feeling the unconditional embrace of a sheltering, mothering God!

 

First Wednesday of the month in 
St. Theresa’s Parish Hall (Stage Side)
from 9:30-11 a.m.
Come and join us!  

WE WILL TEACH YOU!