Prayer Shawl and Yarn Ministries

Receiving a special prayer shawl is like getting hugged from someone who cares. At Lenexa UMC, we invite anyone interested to make prayer shawls to give to someone in need of encouragement and support while going through a difficult time in life due to illness, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, etc. Patterns (knitting and crochet) and some supplies are available at church. We only ask that you pray for the person who will be receiving the shawl. These get blessed by one of the pastors before being given away. We also make baby hats and booties to give to those in need, and to date have sent them for United Methodist Ministries around the United States and internationally.

If you'd like to join a group while you create, you are welcome to join a the daytime "Prayer Shawl" Group that meets weekly at 10am on Tuesdays in the Library. Contact the Church Office with questions: 913-888-5600 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .