Our goal is to connect people to people. We want to ensure that all of God's children are brought into commnuity.
St. Dunstan's Community Care Team offers prayer, phone calls, visits, food support, and transportation assistance. Hand-knitted Prayer Shawls are also available for anyone who may appreciate some comfort, warmth, and a reminder of care and support. Please call the office or speak to the Rector if you would like to receive support.
If you are a knitter and is interested in joining the team of Prayer Shawl knitters, Here are two patterns suggested by the Parish of Stanley in the Diocese of Frederickton:
Parish of Stanley patterns using Lion Brand® Homespun®
EASY TRIANGLE SHAWL
Materials
Lion Brand Homespun 1 or 2 balls, depending on desired size.
Lion Brand Knitting Needles- Size 13 [9 mm]
SHAWL
Cast on 3 sts.
Row 1 Knit
Row 2 Knit 1, yarn over, k to end.
Repeat row 2 until piece measures 35 inches or desired length.
Bind off loosely.
FINISHING
Cut yarn for fringe 16 inches long. Add fringe in spaces along side edges of shawl.
EASY LONG SHAWL
Cast on 40 sts.
Rows 1-4 Knit
Row 5 Knit 1, (yarn over, k 2 tog) to end.
Repeat these 5 rows until shawl is desired length.
Bind off loosely.
Cut yarn for fringe as above if desired.
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