Some of you may wonder, what exactly is the prayer shawl and blanket ministry?

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The prayer shawl ministry here at Reformation was started in about 2007 or so by Lorraine Musantry White with the intention of giving comfort to those in need. The original prayer shawl ministry was started in 1998 by two graduates of The Women’s Leadership Institute at the Hartford CT Seminary.

 

The following is taken from their prayer shawl ministry website:

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Whether they are called Prayer Shawls, Comfort Shawls, Peace Shawls, or Mantles, etc., 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!

 

​Some uses for the shawl...
Shawls can be used for: undergoing medical procedures; as a comfort after a loss or in times of stress; during bereavement; prayer or meditation; commitment or marriage ceremonies; birthing, nursing a baby; bridal shower or wedding gift; leading ritual; during an illness and recovery; ministering to others; graduation, birthday, anniversary, ordination, holiday gifts; or just socializing...there are endless possibilities!

 

Do you know someone who could use a prayer shawl?

Please reach out to the church office, or any of our crafters!

We have plenty of blankets!!

 

The prayer shawl and blanket ministry team meets on the third Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. from September to June at the church.

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All will be welcome to join us!

Not sure how to knit or crochet?

We will gladly teach you.