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.

Monday, September 19, 2011

There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens. - Ecclesiastes 3:1

It was a beautiful Sunday morning in Chapel Hill on September 4, 2011, when Newman bid a fond farewell to Ethel and Nelson who will be leaving for Atlanta in a few short weeks to be closer to family. They have been as much a part of Newman as the bricks on the floor of our worship area. In thanksgiving for all they have given us, we sent them off with our love and prayers held in the stitches of the prayer shawls they received. You will be missed.

May the Lord bless and protect you.
May the Lord's face radiate with joy because of you,
May he be gracious to you,
Show you his favor,
And give you his peace.

Numbers 6:24-26
Ethel, Dorothy, Rose, Marcia, and Nelson



Nelson, Ethel, and Father John

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