St. Monica's Prayer Shawl Ministry Group

Photos of Saturday knitters at St. Monica's Catholic Parish in Coos Bay, Oregon.



Father Paul at St. Monica's Parish blessing the
Prayer Shawl Knitters and Crocheters who were present at that Mass.

Sprinkling them with Holy Water.

Father Paul in background. Prayer Shawl Ministry
participants at their monthly Saturday morning meeting
 held at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Coos Bay, Oregon.

Same day. Photo taken from opposite side of the room.

Participation is not limited to either Parish, or even to just Catholics. This ministry welcomes all people who want to knit or crochet. Most of us work on Prayer Shawls that are blessed and presented to the sick or grieving, since that's our focus.

However, it isn't a requirement. Many also knit baby blankets and hats, many of which are sent for children in Afghanistan or to others in need. We also welcome those who want to learn to knit or crochet.

Peace & Blessings!

Current Prayer Shawls

Our newest member, June, knitting
two strands into a soft, heavy lap robe.

Knitters and crocheters at Holy Redeemer Wednesday morning, April 25, 2012, in the Rectory living area. Next Monday the Rectory is going to be painted. For the next two Wednesdays, Prayer Shawl Ministry participants will meet in the Parish Hall at 10:00 a.m. instead of in the Rectory. 

Barbara, June and Jan

Mary and Barbara

Jan's current project. She also makes beautiful cards to
accompany the shawls and lap robes.

Barbara crocheting a baby blanket.

Gail with a recently completed triangle
shawl.

Back of the same triangle shawl.

Our shawls get a symbol of faith stitched on them.
Some have an added bead like this one
with a blue bead and a cross.

PEACE & BLESSINGS!