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‘Healing Herbs’ Prayer Stations for Healing Service

Twyford, March 2006

Sally Dakin & Paula Pocock

Focus for healing prayer

‘Instructions’

Equipment

those with food issues

 

Cinnamon can be used to promote appetite in anorexia sufferers. Pray for someone you know who’s struggling with this, or with some other food-related issue…

cinnamon sticks in dish

 

those with breathing problems

Eucalyptus is a natural antiseptic, and can be used for respiratory problems. Pray for someone you know who suffers from asthma, or from recurrent coughs, colds or chest infections…

eucalyptus branches in jug

 

those with alcoholism or other addictions

Fennel can be helpful in the treatment of alcoholism. Pray for someone you know who is struggling with this or some other addiction…

fennel ‘bulb’ on chopping board

those who are stressed

 

Lavender can be used as a gentle sedative and relaxant, especially in the treatment of headaches and insomnia. Pray for someone you know who is suffering from these or other symptoms of stress...

dried lavender flowers in bowl

 

those who are depressed

Rosemary is a stimulant, and can be used as an anti-depressant. Pray for someone you know who is depressed…

sprigs of rosemary in vase

 

those recovering from an illness or operation

Thyme can be helpful for those who are convalescing. Pray for someone you know who is recovering from an operation or illness…

thyme plant in pot

 

 

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