NELSON UNITED CHURCH
"We dare to live the Way of Jesus,
Embodying the Love of God"
Photo: Judy Cameron
We gather on the first Monday of the month
at 2:00 pm–3:00 pm in Trinity Lounge.
We welcome all knitters and crocheters.
Enter by the side door at the end of the parking lot.
"Shawls ... made for centuries universal and embracing, symbolic of an 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..."
~ Written in 1998 by Janet Severi Bristow
Whether they are called Prayer Shawls, Comfort Shawls, Peace Shawls, 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 on to 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!
(*The shawls can also be crocheted, quilted, woven, or machine-knitted as well!)
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; first menses or croning rites of passage; during an illness and recovery; ministering to others; graduation, birthday, anniversary, ordination, holiday gifts; or just socializing...there are endless possibilities!