The tradition of the Annual Prayer Shawl Tea in the Merrimack Valley began in 2004.
Prayer Shawl creators from different churches in the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire gather at the Annual Prayer Shawl Tea to celebrate the spirit of the Prayer Shawl Ministry.
The weaving of healing prayers into the fabric of each shawl reaches out to those in need of comfort. Shawls have been given during illness or recovery, at times of loss, and at times of joy.
The creators bring to the event the vast array of shawls that they have knitted and crocheted.
Chaplains and representatives from healthcare facilities and hospice organizations are invited to receive the shawls at the event, and tell stories from their experiences sharing prayer shawls and bringing comfort to the recipients.