Tammy (my sister), Brandon & Brandy (nephew and niece)
My niece is a youth minister in Texas and their church creates prayer quilts for people going through difficult times. The workers pray as they sew the quits. When they finish the quilts, they tie yarn to it and leave the strands long. The quilt is passed around, and each person ties a knot as they pray for you.
This quilt was passed around my family and their friends in Texas and even taken to a Race for the Cure in Dallas/Ft. Worth. Complete strangers have heard my story and prayed for me. There are dozens and dozens of knots tied in the yarn. This touches me profoundly. I try to tell people about the quilt, but I find it brings me to tears each time, and I cannot finish the sentence. I am so completely moved by the outpouring of support during this difficult journey.
I have been added to so many prayer chains and individual prayers this past month. I cannot express how much it means to me when someone says that they will be praying for me. I have a deep faith in God and know that he walks with me on this journey, and carries me when the journey is too difficult. And I very much believe in the power of prayer.
If a life is measured by the number of people you touch in your lifetime, than I hope that each of you know that you are super stars.
My prayer quilt at Texas Race for the Cure
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Love this Kathy! What great friends you have gathered around. Sending more prayers your way for some hugs and warmth today.
This is really cool. I’ve not heard of this. I will be tying knots for people in the future!! What a great what to show support. I would tie knots for you but I’d never get a quilt done before you’re all better 🙂
Kathy, if you get a chance to take another pic of the quilt I would love to see a closer picture. I just started quilting and love the idea. You sound wonderful – keep writing!! Lots of hugs and prayers your way!
Aunt Kathy,
We had so much fun with your quilt!! So glad that you are loving it. Hope it will continue to be a reminder of all the love and support you have each day along your journey. May it be a visual reminder of God comforting you and wrapping you in his arms of love.