Prayer Shawl Ministry

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A Ministry of Gateway Church International

“God did extraordinary miracles through Paul, so that even handkerchiefs and aprons were taken to the sick, and their illnesses were cured and the evil spirits left them.”
- Acts 19:11

Our Vision:

For hearts and lives to be touched, healed and encouraged by receiving a knitted or crocheted prayer shawl/lap robe that has been made by loving hands and praying hearts.

To provide an enjoyable, inspirational atmosphere for people to gather, minister, build relationships and be blessed while creating shawls that will bring love, comfort and peace to others in need.

FAQs:

What is a prayer shawl?

  • Tangible evidence of prayer - a symbol of God’s loving embrace
  • An extension of the caring compassion of Gateway 

Who makes prayer shawls?

  • Anyone who can knit or crochet OR has the desire to learn
  • Not limited to members of Gateway--neighbors, friends, family members
Who receives prayer shawls?
  •  Those who are ill
  • Infants
  • Those who mourn
  • Graduates
  • Veterans
  • Newlyweds
  • New mothers

 

THE POSSIBILITES ARE ENDLESS FOR THIS OUTREACH!!!

How can YOU help?

  •  Join the fun and inspirational time of creating these shawls
  • Supply yarn or funds to buy yarn
  • Supply large gift bags for presentation of shawls to recipients
  • Visit those receiving shawls and pray with them
  • Be a willing participant (This ministry is not limited to women.)

If you are interested in any way, please contact Kay Bemesderfer, 717.285.5240, for more information.