#315. How to Lutheran: Quilting Circles

In their latest “How to Lutheran” conversation, Rachel celebrates the ongoing legacy of quilting circles in Lutheran Churches.   Beginning with a look back at the significance of quilts and quilting bees in American history, she then explores biblical examples of women who used their skill with textile arts to help those in need. From there, the conversation examines the heyday of Lutheran quilters after the Second World War and the state of quilting circles today, considers ethical pitfalls to avoid when quilting for charity, and offers a range of novel ideas for using quilts to spread the love of Christ.   Click to learn more about donating quilts to the following organizations:   Lutheran World Relief  Orphan Grain Train  Download LWML’s “Blessing of the Quilts” litany here.  Listen to our conversation about Adam Minter’s book Secondhand (referenced in the episode) here.   Many thanks to Miriam Maassel Neumann (Rachel’s great aunt) for sharing her quilting story in a written interview featured in the episode. Click here to view a list of free downloadable Bible studies by Aunt Miriam, available from LWML.   Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies’ Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at [e-mail].