Shawls… made for centuries, universal and embracing, symbolic of inclusive, unconditionally loving, God. They wrap, enfold, comfort, cover, give solace, mother, hug, shelter and beautify. Those who have received these shawls have been uplifted and affirmed, as if given wings to fly above their troubles. ~ Janet Bristow (1998; Prayer Shawl Ministry Homepage)
The Prayer Shawl Ministry at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish serves the parish family and the larger community by making and giving shawls as a gesture of love in times of sorrow and fear, as well as in times of joy. Shawls are given and received as a symbol of God’s all-encompassing love. Members of this ministry knit or crochet prayer shawls and attend monthly meetings. The members of this ministry support each other by their common prayer and sharing of ideas. For more information go to www.shawlministry.com.
Monthly Meetings:
The Prayer Shawl Ministry offers two convenient gathering times each month. The evening meetings are every 2nd Monday of the month from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Daytime meetings are the last Thursday of the month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Look for more information and Zoom link in weekly parish-wide emails.
