We will start praying for you while you are still on the phone.
Then if your Problem is bad enough we will explain the Prayer Shawl program to you.
A Shawl is like an over-sized scarf, usually worn around the shoulders, often as a decorative garment. A Prayer Shawl is more than that, it offers a sense of comfort and warmth, an assurance that someone is praying for you; every time that you use it, you will benefit from the blessings and prayers that have been directed toward it. A Prayer Shawl is basically a shawl, Kerchief, bandanna, lap-robe, blanket, ---, ---, * anything that has been Prayed over, and sent with GOD'S Blessings. * which ever is appropriate for person, condition, or circumstances. How effective are they? This depends on the person receiving the gift, as well as, the one presenting the gift; and the follow-up and follow through prayers. A Shawl sent by a Prayer Group with an initial prayer and blessing is just that; - But with follow-up and follow-through prayers, with regular visits by members of the Prayer Group*, this Prayer Shawl can become a real point of contact, and conductor of many comforts and blessings; which can and often does lead to a real healing. * This may be done by whatever means are appropriate for the circumstances; both yours and yours. On the other hand, if the person intended to receive the Shawl doesn't have any faith in our integrity or ability to pray effective prayers, or the ability of the shawl to carry a prayer blessing, or perhaps don't have any faith in prayer; - than ---. Or if the person receiving the Shawl sets it aside and don't use it, than the Shawl has lost its' ability to act as a point of contact*, - But, this does not mean that your prayers are not being answered; quite the contrary, the Angels of God can deliver your prayers with or without the Shawl. * Perhaps the person may feel inspired to pick up the shawl and start using it, or perhaps just the sight of it is enough to remind H-- who is praying for H--. The Prayer Shawl is a physical means of warmth, comfort, affirmation, love, healing; as well as a reminder of who is praying for you. Remember the Shawl is little more than a piece of cloth that has been blessed with a mission to comfort, warm, show love and caring and act as a point of contact for our prayers and blessings; and remind H-- who is praying for H--. Also remember that the Shawl in it self, only has what power we have given it; - or the one receiving it allows it ti have. It is important to remember, that the one presenting the Prayer Shawl is responsible, for following up on the prayers, rather it be a week, month, year, or several years. This is where a Prayer Journal would be handy or essential.
This Prayer Shawl is presented by the members of the Rock-A-Bye Prayer Circle. Rockabyecottage.net ELAS@tds.net
This was inspired by the presenting of a Prayer Shawl from a good friend, by the pastor of our local Church, to my wife in a time of need. There are books on Prayer Shawl, some even describes the effects of the colors within the Shawl. Other prayer groups, and churches have Prayer Shawl programs, each program is as unique as the group itself.
RULES Nov 26 06 Jul 18 09
A Prayer Shawl is basically a scarf, bandanna, lap-robe, blanket, ---*, anything, that the person can wear, that has been prayed over, and sent with God's blessings. * which ever is appropriate for the person, condition, circumstances.
REMEMBER when visiting the sick and elderly, always try to keep things as positive as possible; even if you have to excuse yourself, while you go and vent your real feelings. Always try to show some kind of understanding.
1. We must start praying for this person first*1 A. Determine if the condition is serious enough ti justify the expense of a Shawl B. Briefly, explain the Shawl program 1. If H-- is interested will H-- use it A. If not why not
2. The problem must be something more serious than a common cold, or seasonal bug, or minor injury; unless there is reason for concern* A. * Diabetes, Anemia, ---, ---. B. * We can still pray for these people, the situation noes not justify the expense of a Prayer Shawl.
3. We must always ask what type of shawl is appropriate for the person, conditions, circumstances.
4. We must Ask what colors: A. Are Favorites 1. Are calming to H-- 2. Bring comfort, strength. A. So we can know the best colors to use B. Are least favorites 1. don't care for 2. find aggravating A. So we can know what colors to avoid
5. WE must ask what fabrics: A. are the most comfortable 1. soothing, comforting B. Are uncomfortable: 1. aggravating, Irritating, 2. cause rashes
6. If we need to wash the Shawl, what soaps or detergents: A. Are ok B. Cause irritation or rash
7. Jewelry We would prefer not to go this way, but ---: A. metals that are ok B. Metals that cause irritation or rash C. Metals that could interact with medication D. Can not be expensive 1. Must be good costume variety
8. The Shawl should never be anything perishable, easily lost or choked on.
9. When praying over the Shawl, always lift it up so that it can be more easily blessed.
10. Follow-up Prayers*2 A. Start the same day the Shawl is presented. B. If Shawl is being sent outside or our working area, these prayers should start the day the Shawl is shipped.
11. Follow through Prayers*3 Should continue for as long as A. The person is sick B. The injury is a problem C. Until a new normal is established
12. REMEMBER, that this problem may be God's will for this person, either by testing H-- faith*, or a special mission before death. * Job
13. REMEMBER, we must always pray for each other, especially the Prayer Wariers going out to battle the advisory
*1. Strong Serge of prayer for the first few days - every one praying every day *2. Everyone praying 3-5 times a week *3. Everyone praying 1-3 times a week
PRAYER SHAWL PROGRAM Nov 28 06 Jul 20 09
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is an intricate part of the Prayer Circle Ministry, with a unique ministry of its own.
1. Initially we are members of the Rock-A-Bye Prayer Circle Ministries A. We work with the worst cases 1. The Critically injured 2. Serious illness 3. Long term illness
2. We ask the ones we are praying for: A. If H-- will be willing to pray for some of the others B. If H-- can help make Shawls, Lap-blankets, --- C. Be willing to shop for, Hats, Bandannas, kerchiefs, --- D. Could talk with others over the phone 1. Always try to keep it as positive as possible 2. talk about almost anything accept the illness, as much as possible 3. Offer to pray over the phone with them
3.Fund Raisers This will be necessary
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