Comforter Ministry - News, Notes and Newsletters
MAY/JUNE - 2022
Throughout 2020, 2021, and now into 2022, I thought this might be a good place to showcase some CM quilts that depict different ways quilters have chosen to add the suggested "heart" that is part of my CM criteria for making and donating a quilt to CM. I don't want to hurt anyone's feeling if I don't showcase a quilt heart YOU may have sent, dear ones, so please do not feel badly if I have overlooked yours. These will be quilts I just happened to notice throughout the years and took pictures.
Thank you Quilter Sandra Braun from Ixonia, WI for making and donating her labor of love to Comforter Ministry, Inc :) Sandra is a more recent CM quilter (since Autumn 2019) and has been a "requester" as well as supporter, encourager AND quilter! I chose this particular quilt, showcasing a quilt heart, with thoughts of Mother's Day (May 8) - maybe because of the colors, the flowers, or simply the "feel" of love that it seems to reflect when admired as a whole. Happy Mother's Day, Sandra! Of course, then there are thoughts of weddings held so often in the month of June and the same reasons come across as with Mother's Day - the colors, the flowers, and the "feel" of love!
GOD'S SAFEKEEPING BIBLE VERSE -
"Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres" (1 Corinthians 13:7).
REMEMBER - IF YOU KNOW OF A WOMAN DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER AND WOULD LIKE A COMFORTER MINISTRY QUILT AND JOURNAL SENT TO THEM, PLEASE CONTACT ME!
Currently, my Quilt Cupboard is full, and I am ready, willing, and able to send quilts and journals to women who can be comforted by them and the love of the Comforter!
DO YOU have a top made that you would love to donate to CM, but it needs to be long armed?
Heidi Bork has offered to long arm up to two (2) quilts per month on a first come, first served basis. As the top maker, you would be responsible for making the top, providing a back that is 4" larger than the top in all directions and shipping to Heidi in Neenah, WI. She will provide the batting, long arm quilting, and return shipping to you. If interested contact her at: Quilterazzi@gmail.com or call 920.205.7213.
I received an email from JoAnn Maedke from Eden, WI and she has offered her long-arm machine, as well, "to do 2 quilts a month if there are more quilts that need long arming." You may email her at: joann@maedextax.com or call 920-948-3727. THANK YOU, JOANN!
A COMFORTER MINISTRY WOMAN WITH A PRAYING HEART -
Some time ago I encouraged you, dear readers, to include CM recipients in your regular prayers. I would like to continue the encouragement and emphasis on prayer. So, if you are a woman with a praying heart, I am asking you to set aside a few minutes each day or some regular time of your choosing in order to pray for Comforter Ministry Recipients, CM women who have been diagnosed with cancer.
The CM Prayer List and Prayer are found right here on this page. Simply continue scrolling down and you will find a list of names for 2021 and 2022. There are many more names but I have chosen to share names from just the past year and current year. You are encouraged to pray not only for the specific names listed here but also in a more general reference as simply "CM Recipients" and "all those who have been diagnosed with cancer."
Please prayerfully consider being a Comforter Ministry Woman with a Praying Heart.
IF YOU AND/OR OTHERS YOU MAY KNOW WOULD BE INTERESTED IN FORMING OR ARE ALREADY PARTICIPATING IN A PRAYER GROUP, WOULD YOU PLEASE CONSIDER INCLUDING CM IN YOUR PRAYERS? A CM PRAYER IS ALREADY WRITTEN AND CAN BE FOUND BELOW UNDER THE PRAYER LIST FOUND RIGHT HERE ON THIS PAGE :)
COMFORTER MINISTRY PRESENTATION OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE UNTIL END OF 2022*
I would appreciate the opportunity to share my Comforter Ministry Power Point Presentation with you. The presentation could also include a Comforter Ministry Prayer Gathering/Prayer Bible Study. I would also encourage invitations to various events in order to share the Comforter Ministry Display.
These opportunities might include ministry/mission themed events within our WELS, women's retreats, women's groups, quilting workshops, college campus groups, high schools, Lutheran Pioneers (LGP), upper grades of Christian Day School and Sunday School, home schoolers, etc.
You are encouraged to contact me and we can determine if date, time, and place can be arranged.
Since I will be relinquishing the Comforter Ministry to another or retiring the Comforter Ministry by the end of 2022, these presentations will be available until then, as well as sharing the CM Display. *Watch for further information regarding CM Presentations, CM Display opportunities, etc. if it is determined that they can be offered beyond the end of 2022
NEWS TO SHARE...
I am excited to share with you a new direction for myself in 2022 and beyond, involving more writing of spiritual growth materials and serving as a speaker for various women's events. My prayer is that the Lord will bless these new endeavors. My love of God and His Word have always been what has led me to pursue areas where I can learn and serve.
I pray God will make my heart clean and my motives pure in moving forward as His servant/student in whatever direction He may lead me.
*I have completed a NEW Presentation called, "Comfort & Joy In All Seasons." In the past, I have hosted several "Comfort & Joy" Retreats at my cabin for close friends. These retreats have been held in December, staying with a Christmas vibe. I have been pondering for some time the thought of "comfort" and "joy" as blessings from God which certainly are meant to be experienced throughout the year - in ALL seasons - not just at Christmas.
I have finished a NEW Bible Study entitled, "Comfort and Joy In All Seasons". The study takes approximately 30 minutes and is now available. The study has been reviewed for doctrinal accuracy by Professor Joel Otto, Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary-Mequon, WI. My hope is that when invited to give the presentation I will be invited to facilitate the accompanying Bible study, as well.
The NEW presentation and Bible study can be presented to women in various settings and venues where a topic of this type would be appropriate (retreats, workshops, speaker, etc).
ALSO -
I have completed a NEW Advent by Candlelight service based on "God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen", entitled "Tidings of Comfort and Joy". Please keep this in mind when planning your future Advent events :)
THE ABOVE AND OTHER TOPICAL PRESENTATIONS ARE AVAILABLE NOW AND FOR FUTURE EVENTS BEYOND 2022...PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED OR NEED FURTHER INFORMATION!
COMFORTER MINISTRY NEWSLETTER - SPRING 2022
Enjoy the latest Comforter Ministry Newsletter - Spring 2022 which is now available. Click here or scroll down to the bottom area of this page, click and read/print. I encourage you to print and share with others. YOU are my PR Department :) Thank you!
New Comforter Ministry Quilts
Thanks to the following quilters who have made and donated comforters for CM recently - Check out the Photo Gallery :)
*New Comforter Ministry Quilter/Quilt Group
Abiding Grace Quilters - Conyers, GA
Mary S - Spartanburg, SC
* Denotes CM New Quilter(s)
Check out these amazing quilts in the Photo Gallery!
Words to Share...
Dear Susanne - What a wonderful thing you all are doing through Comforter Ministry! My daughter-in-law received her comforter and she was so uplifted! She contacted me right away. It just meant so much to her...Thank you for all you do for those who suffer from that terrible disease. Mary K-Falls of Rough, KY
THANK YOU, MARY, FOR SHARING YOUR HEARTFELT THOUGHTS!
THANK YOU, DEEDE'S QUILTERS-Grace-Scroggins, TX AND ALL WHO PLAY A PART IN COMFORTER MINISTRY!
I want to thank you for your years of bringing comfort and hope in the Lord to hundreds of people through the Comforter Ministry. Wrapped in His love, you have inspired and sustained a wonderfully kind mission. It has no doubt, helped cancer survivors during difficult times on Earth and also helped them feel and hear the Lord's comforting promises for now and eternity. Thank you for heeding His call. Wishing you and Dave all the best in retirement and your new home. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you both. Warmly, Nick S-Stevens Point, WI
THANK YOU, NICK, FOR YOUR KIND AND CARING WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS!
Prayer Notes
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Please add to your personal prayer list the following 2021/22 Comforter Ministry recipients -
Jasmine - Crystal, MN; Debbie - Franklin, WI; Donna - Sauk City, WI; Karen K - Manitowoc, WI; Karen W - Manitowoc, WI; Susan - Valders, WI; Karen - Sun Prairie, WI; Jane - West Allis, WI; Sharon - Genesee Depot, WI; Marsha - Manitowoc, WI; Kristen - Montgomery, TX; Christine - Waupaca, WI; Cheri - Manitowoc, WI; Mandy - Appleton, Wi; Lisa - Shiocton, WI; Mary Jo - Doniphan, NE; Eileen - Algoma, WI; Shellie - Green Bay, WI; Darlene - Sauk City, WI; Leslie - Arlington, VA; Marjorie - OshKosh, WI; Diane - Hoffman Estates, IL; Linda - Manitowoc, WI; Sherry - Manitowoc, WI; Sandra - Hayesville, NC; Gail - Butte Des Morts, WI; Michelle - Green Bay, WI; William - Lake Tomahawk, WI; Sherry - Lansing, MI; Linda - Spooner, WI; Mandy - Sun Prairie, WI; Nicki - DeWitt, MI; Pam - Kewaunee, WI; Dawn - Roanoke, TX; Susan - Allentown, PA; Kathy - Partlow, VA; Kristina - ; Debby - Houston, TX; Linda - Brillion, WI; Kay - Sun City Center, FL; Wendy - Wixom, MI; Earl - Broomfield, CO; Jan - Oshkosh, WI; Jeanna - Greenville, TX; Ginger - Jackson, WI; Hedy - Eau Claire, WI; Joanne - Manitowoc, WI; Deborah - Clearlake, CA; Donna - Shawano, WI; Nilda - Carmichael, CA; Dawn - Cedarburg, WI; Stephanie - Greer, SC; Douglas - Montgomery, MN; Donna - Montello, WI; Crissy - Jackson, WI; Holly - Fargo, ND; Theresa - Wisconsin Rapids, WI; Sue - Bloomington, MN; Tammy - Waukesha, WI; Dawn - Auburndale, WI; Pat - Thornton, CO; Noelle - Fairfield, CA
Kim - Bensalem, PA; Dottie - Minocqua, WI; Missy - Minocqua, WI; Regina - Midwest City, OK; Makenna - Las Vegas, NV; Connie - Burnsville, MN; Dawn - Bloomington, MN; Marie - Hermantown, MN; Dawn - Superior, WI; Lori - Waupaca, WI; Patsy - Holton, IN; Carol - Fremont, WI; JuLeen - Fort Mill, SC; Trisha - Bayside, WI; Maryann - Tinley Park, IL; Angie - Mount Pleasant, WI; Carol - Lakeland, MN; Agnes - Grand Rapids, MI; April - Oklahoma City, OK; Katie - Orlando, FL; Jeanine - Fremont, WI; Ethel - Algoma, WI; Carol - Sebring, FL; Leandra - Superior, WI; Kay - Honolulu, HI; Phyllis - Mukwonago, WI; Nancy - Suamico, WI; Barbara - Inver Grove Heights, MN; Karen - Rockford, IL; Michelle - Piedmont, OK; Julie - Hartland, WI;
Holly - Jefferson, WI; Alecia - Hawthorn Woods, IL; Tina - Jacksonville, FL; Corinne - Duluth, MN; Molly - Landover, MD; Delaine - Duluth, MN; Shanna - Florida (Shakopee, MN for treatment); Renee - Wisconsin Rapids, WI; Jaye - Oklahoma City, OK; Kelly - Villa Park, IL; Jennifer - Simpson, SC; Elyse - Miramar, FL; Brianna - Andover, MN; Terri - Bemidji, MN; Melissa - Carlsbad, CA; Britney - Acworth, GA; Liz - Green Bay. WI; Courtney - Janesville, WI; Nancy - Superior, WI; Linda - Endwell, NY; Muriel - Sebring, FL; Deloris - Duluth, MN; Joy - OshKosh, WI
Holy Comforter, Bring peace of heart and mind to these women. Their earthly tribulations are at a high point during these most difficult days. They need Your presence and peace to comfort and sustain them. Through Your Word You promise to strengthen and comfort all who believe in Jesus as their Savior. Through Your grace may they experience your holy comfort and, if it be Your will, grant them complete healing. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
REMEMBER - IF YOU KNOW OF A WOMAN DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER AND WOULD LIKE A COMFORTER MINISTRY QUILT AND JOURNAL SENT TO THEM, PLEASE CONTACT ME.
Please add to your personal prayer list the following 2021/22 Comforter Ministry recipients -
Jasmine - Crystal, MN; Debbie - Franklin, WI; Donna - Sauk City, WI; Karen K - Manitowoc, WI; Karen W - Manitowoc, WI; Susan - Valders, WI; Karen - Sun Prairie, WI; Jane - West Allis, WI; Sharon - Genesee Depot, WI; Marsha - Manitowoc, WI; Kristen - Montgomery, TX; Christine - Waupaca, WI; Cheri - Manitowoc, WI; Mandy - Appleton, Wi; Lisa - Shiocton, WI; Mary Jo - Doniphan, NE; Eileen - Algoma, WI; Shellie - Green Bay, WI; Darlene - Sauk City, WI; Leslie - Arlington, VA; Marjorie - OshKosh, WI; Diane - Hoffman Estates, IL; Linda - Manitowoc, WI; Sherry - Manitowoc, WI; Sandra - Hayesville, NC; Gail - Butte Des Morts, WI; Michelle - Green Bay, WI; William - Lake Tomahawk, WI; Sherry - Lansing, MI; Linda - Spooner, WI; Mandy - Sun Prairie, WI; Nicki - DeWitt, MI; Pam - Kewaunee, WI; Dawn - Roanoke, TX; Susan - Allentown, PA; Kathy - Partlow, VA; Kristina - ; Debby - Houston, TX; Linda - Brillion, WI; Kay - Sun City Center, FL; Wendy - Wixom, MI; Earl - Broomfield, CO; Jan - Oshkosh, WI; Jeanna - Greenville, TX; Ginger - Jackson, WI; Hedy - Eau Claire, WI; Joanne - Manitowoc, WI; Deborah - Clearlake, CA; Donna - Shawano, WI; Nilda - Carmichael, CA; Dawn - Cedarburg, WI; Stephanie - Greer, SC; Douglas - Montgomery, MN; Donna - Montello, WI; Crissy - Jackson, WI; Holly - Fargo, ND; Theresa - Wisconsin Rapids, WI; Sue - Bloomington, MN; Tammy - Waukesha, WI; Dawn - Auburndale, WI; Pat - Thornton, CO; Noelle - Fairfield, CA
Kim - Bensalem, PA; Dottie - Minocqua, WI; Missy - Minocqua, WI; Regina - Midwest City, OK; Makenna - Las Vegas, NV; Connie - Burnsville, MN; Dawn - Bloomington, MN; Marie - Hermantown, MN; Dawn - Superior, WI; Lori - Waupaca, WI; Patsy - Holton, IN; Carol - Fremont, WI; JuLeen - Fort Mill, SC; Trisha - Bayside, WI; Maryann - Tinley Park, IL; Angie - Mount Pleasant, WI; Carol - Lakeland, MN; Agnes - Grand Rapids, MI; April - Oklahoma City, OK; Katie - Orlando, FL; Jeanine - Fremont, WI; Ethel - Algoma, WI; Carol - Sebring, FL; Leandra - Superior, WI; Kay - Honolulu, HI; Phyllis - Mukwonago, WI; Nancy - Suamico, WI; Barbara - Inver Grove Heights, MN; Karen - Rockford, IL; Michelle - Piedmont, OK; Julie - Hartland, WI;
Holly - Jefferson, WI; Alecia - Hawthorn Woods, IL; Tina - Jacksonville, FL; Corinne - Duluth, MN; Molly - Landover, MD; Delaine - Duluth, MN; Shanna - Florida (Shakopee, MN for treatment); Renee - Wisconsin Rapids, WI; Jaye - Oklahoma City, OK; Kelly - Villa Park, IL; Jennifer - Simpson, SC; Elyse - Miramar, FL; Brianna - Andover, MN; Terri - Bemidji, MN; Melissa - Carlsbad, CA; Britney - Acworth, GA; Liz - Green Bay. WI; Courtney - Janesville, WI; Nancy - Superior, WI; Linda - Endwell, NY; Muriel - Sebring, FL; Deloris - Duluth, MN; Joy - OshKosh, WI
Holy Comforter, Bring peace of heart and mind to these women. Their earthly tribulations are at a high point during these most difficult days. They need Your presence and peace to comfort and sustain them. Through Your Word You promise to strengthen and comfort all who believe in Jesus as their Savior. Through Your grace may they experience your holy comfort and, if it be Your will, grant them complete healing. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
REMEMBER - IF YOU KNOW OF A WOMAN DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER AND WOULD LIKE A COMFORTER MINISTRY QUILT AND JOURNAL SENT TO THEM, PLEASE CONTACT ME.