Prayer Shawl Ministry

The Prayer Shawl Ministry knits shawls for members of the congregation who are ill, home-bound, going through a life transition, or otherwise in need of prayers and support from the congregation. Each stitch is full of intention, generosity, and love. The prayer shawls are physical reminders that we are part of an interdependent web, and that the members of this congregation are with each other through life’s greatest joys and sorrows.

The practice of creating, wearing, and giving prayer shawls has deep roots in Judaism and Christianity, and more recently Christian women started prayer shawl ministries as a feminist spiritual practice. As Unitarian Universalists, we have a variety of relationships with prayer, and therefore the meaning will be different for each knitter and each recipient, but each of these people will be sharing and experiencing the loving care of the congregation.

Knitters of all ages and levels of experience are welcome! Join us at our monthly meetings:
3rd Sundays 12:30 pm Frances White Room

If you or someone you know is in need of the prayers and support of the community, you can share this information in a couple different ways. For immediate pastoral needs, contact the Ministers or Pastoral Care Committee by calling the office at 718-624-5466. To make suggestions for the Prayer Shawl Ministry, fill out one of the yellow cards available in the pews (and then drop it in the offertory basket) or at the Prayer Shawl Ministry table in the Undercroft.

If you have a question or would like to talk with someone about getting involved, contact fuubshawls(at)gmail.com.