A Fresh Expression with an Old Twist

Wimberley UMC Prayer Shawl Ministry is a powerful instrument of God’s compassion for those in need. It started out of the spirit’s prompting and a member’s desire to connect with others. It was only supposed to be a summer endeavor, but it has turned into a true ministry mission that brings hope and joy to those receiving and participating.

The first gathering was held on Thursday, June 1, 2023. They met every Thursday for a total 52 meetings which included 4 outings/socials/lunches. 25 individuals attended throughout the year, 4 were children (2 teenagers, 1 middle school, 1 elementary). Most were learning crochet from scratch. 11 were un-churched or attended other churches. A few others started attending worship at WUMC. One started a Prayer Shawl Group at her church in North Carolina as a result.

This year, The Prayer Shawl Group has made 103 prayer shawls and lap blankets. All have been delivered and wrapped 103 individuals (plus their families) with God’s amazing love, peace, and care.

We are starting our second year with a great blessing—on June 6, 2024 Wimberley UMC presented shawl and lap blankets to 22 Alexis Pointe memory care residents and had lunch together in Wimberley afterwards!

So much love is in every stitch!

WUMC is extremely blessed to have leadership open to the spirit’s movement and talented individuals who serve as faithful disciples to share their caring handiwork and prayers with others. These lap blankets and shawls are an instrument of God’s love, compassion, healing presence and deep care for those in need.

Written by Pastor Susan Rang