The making of a prayer shawl is a spiritual practice which embodies thoughts and prayers for the receiver. It is a gift freely given with no strings attached. Made in prayer, as prayer, for prayer, the shawls are passed on hand-to-hand and heart-to-heart.

A prayer shawl or blanket embraces the recipient with the unconditional love of the Lord. It is a gift reaching out to those in need of comfort and solace as well as in celebration and joy. Prayer squares are given to those going on mission trips, working for social justice. Many blessings are prayed into every item we make.

Friday, July 8, 2011

Tim and his mom Alice

Back in early April, Nora gave Alice a prayer shawl made by Gloria. The picture below shows her son Tim with the shawl covering Alice. Afterwards Tim sent us a beautiful note saying, "Your ministry brings caring to all and warmth to my Mom. She won't even let me take her prayer shawl off so we can get her pajamas on." For a group of crazy knitters and crocheters, this was music to our ears. We were delighted to learn that one of our shawls brought Alice such joy.
Posted by Christine at 2:28 PM

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