The St. Therese
Patchwork Quilt.

Our beautiful patchwork quilt, created by participants of the patchwork project, found its way into our sanctuary many years ago at Pentecost and hangs from the church balcony. Each time we enter and leave the church, we see the handiwork and the diversity of how parishioners displayed the many gifts of our community on these little square patches of fabric. They tell the story of our community from the eyes and hearts of the children and those who minister to them, the youth, and those who help form these young hearts and minds.

They tell the story of those who found the welcoming spirit of our community as a church home and a place to serve God's people. Even those who couldn't be with us each week found the joy of participating despite the challenges they decided to overcome rather than give in; pain took a back seat to be included. Every aspect of the life of our community is included in this simple hanging that captures the heart, spirit, and love of our generous community.

We are called to look up each time we exit the church and share those gifts in our neighborhood and our families with our gifted community called St. Therese. Yes, it's been nearly 100 years on this corner in the Blue Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, and we are still 'Called.' Most importantly, we continue to answer that call as a community despite the many transitions and challenges that we have and continue to face in today's society. Our Patron, St. Therese of the Little Flower, continues to shower her blessings on us. Praise God!!