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Martha Olivares's avatar

My daughter-in-law’s dad died during the early days of COVID. My heart broke for her: she couldn’t be with him in his final moments, she couldn’t give or get a hug from her mom, there was to be no funeral.

So, I set about to make her a quilt. With (nearly) every stitch I said a prayer for her and Juan and her mom. I’m gratified to see that quilt, faded somewhat on the couch in their family room. I take it to mean the caring it was intended to express was received and did some “holy” good. (Sorry to have gone on so long ) ✌🏼

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Kathy Sanderson's avatar

I like that we are piecing together with patches and crooked stitches. I feel like that.

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Lisa's avatar

James, as I sit here piecing together a lap quilt for a friend, this struck me deeply, bringing tears to my eyes from the beauty of your words and the promises that Lent brings to us. Thank you for sharing your words of God's grace and love. Peace

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Teri's avatar

So truly helpful.

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Janet Everette's avatar

James, your writing keeps getting better with every sermon/story you share. Your words paint a picture for me and provide so much comfort and hope. May God's perfect peace bless you. You are loved and missed deeply.

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