Prayer Shawls

In 2006 a small group began meeting each week to knit and crochet prayer shawls together and quickly became a beloved ministry for our church. Prayers and blessings take place while the shawls are in progress. All completed shawls are formally blessed before they are gifted. A beautiful card is attached to each shawl which includes a prayer and the name of the person who made it. The first shawl was given to Jim Pitman (crocheted by Debbi Hitchings) during that first year. To date over 880 shawls have been blessed and gifted to people near and far.

A knowledge of knitting or crocheting is not essential; there is always someone around the table to help. Out of this ministry has emerged a vital, growing group who weave both yarn and close friendships. As one participant put it, “When we’re together we laugh and share stories and love each other.”

Shawls come in many colors and patterns. The materials are provided through donations from the congregation and the wider community.

Anyone can request a shawl for anyone they know. To request a shawl or for more information, please contact the church office (207-236-4821).