PSM update 5-23-11

Hello precious ladies.  I wanted to let you know how yesterday went.  Did you know that yarn, once spun into shawls, caps, and squares have wings?  Well, I have proof for you.  we placed 75 shawls, 8 chemo caps, and many square cloths on the altar….and they flew away like birds being chased by a cat!  Every single shawl was claimed.  God is amazing.  We did not have one leftover request which means….God knew the exact number we would need to have on hand and we get yet another example of trusting God for His provisions and for His timing.  Isn’t God amazing!!!

We have around 96 items donated to Costa Rica so far with a minimum number of 110 needed by end of June.  They are hoping for 150, and I can promise you that if they are praying about this and have even whispered it into God’s ears, He will arrange for us to come up with those as well. 

I mention all of this to give God the glory for all He has done and for all He will do.  Speaking of which, I am putting you on high alert…. I am praying that God bring us new sources of shawls, be they knit or crochet.  I am praying for new members to our ministry and for those who have not been active for some time to return to us so we can continue to grow and serve God’s children here and over in foreign lands.  It is not yet summer, technically, and I am thinking about what we will need in October through December already.  OK, so I cannot even plan dinner for tonight, but I am thinking way advance for this ministry as we need to stay that far ahead of our requests.  If you cannot do a full shawl and only want to tread a toe or two into the ocean of commitment, will you please consider making some prayer cloths to replenish our rapidly dwindling stock?  I am attaching a few patterns for you.  As much as possible, I would like to have cloths with crosses on them.  The pattern with the open cross is the ideal for crocheters, but if it is too difficult, please don’t give up.  you can make simple patterns and we can always embellish them with a cross.  We need many so any you make will be valued and appreciated.  Forget how to crochet or knit….no problem!  We will be happy to give you tutoring in person.  Just let me know.  You can always go on You Tube and find the series of video clips called “Crochet by Teresa”.  She is an excellent teacher. 

I thank all those who helped place shawls on the altar or gather names for our book.  Your small investment of time makes a huge impact for the Kingdom.  God multiplies those kindnesses in the lives of all who are touched by this ministry in any way whether it is actively making products, delivering items, praying for requests, donating funds or materials, or receiving love through receiving an item made with God’s love, mercy, and healing touch.

I love you all for who you are and for whose you are.

In His name and for His sake,

Dana