Comfort blankets are given to anyone who requests one, whether for family or friends. We have sent some as far away as Iraq.

Video from a recipient in Ohio

Volunteers needed to sew and Decorate
The Comfort Blanket Ministry is in need of volunteers to sew the comfort blankets together, and all that is needed is a straight stitch.  

Comfort Blanket Ministry
We meet on Wednesday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in McAndrew/Biller Hall. Our workshop days are filled with much activity: cutting, decorating, sewing, talking, laughing and enjoying lunch together. All are welcome. Come and share the blessings received by participating in this ministry of comfort.

The story below explains how the Comfort Blanket Ministry began in our parish. Blankets can be requested by anyone for anyone at any time by calling 724.776.1357.

We invite you to join in this ministry by stopping by and picking up a square to decorate. If you have an interest in sewing, know of a parishioner who might need a comfort blanket, or would like to help in any other way, call Kathy at 724.776.1357 or email at kathy@stferd.org. We are always accepting donations of light colored cotton material. As of October 2019 we have made 12,500 blankets.