Praying with Hearts and Hands: Prayer Shawl Ministry

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53 Mill Street, Westfield, MA, USA
Date
October 3 - 5, 2025

About this Retreat

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Wrap yourself in a tapestry of compassion and divine love, where every stitch carries a heartfelt prayer and every thread weaves comfort for those walking through life's most challenging journeys.

Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering as we come together to knit and crochet with purpose. This unique program combines the art of knitting and crocheting with the power of prayer to create beautiful shawls that serve as tangible symbols of comfort, support, and healing. During each session, participants will gather in a relaxed and inclusive environment to knit and crochet prayer shawls, share stories and patterns, laugh, learn and pray. The program is designed around a central theme and is open to individuals of all skill levels.

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Location icon Genesis Spiritual Center, 53 Mill Street, Westfield, MA, USA

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Double Occupancy

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Single Occupancy

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Customer Reviews

4.97 out of 5.0 average rating

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Breathng New Life Into Prayer
This retreat was very inspirational. It expanded the concept of prayer and how so much of what we do as we carry on our lives is prayer. The day was very nicely divided between lecture, time for reflection, time spent outside with nature, readings and music.

I liked the presenter's use of a kaleidoscope as a metaphor for transforming the broken parts of our lives. The handouts (not too many) were all so relevant and interesting. The passing on healing ritual at the end was such a tangible way to express the action.

The presenter paced things very well, was very engaged with the group and a good listener.
The Genesis site is also so peaceful and welcoming.

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A Blessed Retreat
I have had many experiences at Genesis Spiritual Center and each has been a gift. The staff and presenters are warm, welcoming, and adept at meeting participants where they are on their journey. I have always found my spirit deeply nourished through their programming. The facility is comfortable and the meals delicious and nourishing. It gives me joy to recommend Genesis highly.

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Breathing Life Into Prayer.
This one day presentation was ,in a word, excellent! The presentation was balanced, well organized and flowed smoothly throughout the day. There was adequate time set aside for private prayer and contemplation. The presenter Joanne Bourquor was well prepared. She maintained an authentic sense of God and prayer throughout. I found the day to be insightful and spiritually enlivening.

John S

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Breathe life into prayer
Excellent program. Really helped me to expand my ideas about prayer and recognize that there is no judgment about how to pray. Facilitator, Joanne, was excellent, in presenting knowledge and at the right pace and creating a spiritual space for us to spend the day.

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Breathe life into prayer
The retreat truly offered guidance and opportunities to breathe life into one’s prayer life.

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