A Handmade Hug

What is a prayer shawl you might ask? I think of a prayer shawl as a hug from God offering warmth and comfort. Shawl making begins with a prayer and blessing for the intended recipient and these intentions are carried out throughout the making of the shawl with one final blessing offered before the shawl is sent on its way. 

Shawls can be used for those unable to leave their homes, for those experiencing medical issues or recovering from surgery, and as a comfort in times of loss or stress. Prayer shawls are also given in celebration...of a marriage, a birthday, a graduation. We have prayer shawls available in the Sanctuary as well as in a basket in the Narthex that can be picked up on Sundays for yourself or for gifting. Gift bags are also available in the Narthex. 

This year we have also been sharing our prayer shawls with the Campaign Against Human Trafficking, Best Care Senior Living, James A. Haley VA Medical Clinics, and Vitality Respite Center. Our Prayer Shawl Ministry consists of crocheters and knitters of all levels from those with no experience that want to learn to those with years of experience. We are always happy to welcome new members!

If you are interested in our group, please join us!  If you do not have any experience or have not crocheted or knitted in a while, please do not let that be a deterrent. We are excited to teach you; to help you brush up on a skill you maybe have not used in a while or to learn something new. We meet the first and third Monday of the month from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in Disciples' Hall-Room 420 and every first and third Wednesday evening of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center-Room 302.  Hope to see you there! Click here for the Prayer Shawl Ministry.

Holly Midboe, Ministry Leader

Prayer Shawl Ministry

St. Andrew's UMC-Brandon

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