St. Rose of Lima Parish's sewing angels make life better for young and old alike

Intermountain Catholic

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The St. Rose of Lima Parish sewing angels keep themselves and others busy by making layette items for babies born in poverty and lap robes for the Veterans' Hospital. Angels are from left: Carol Hyman, Valentine Couturier, Rosalie Martinez, Donna Kushlan, Joan Pirtle, Pat Bergeron, Lynn Mauzey, Joe Manzolini, Mary Foley, Delfina Cook, Helen Gonzalez, Chris Garcia, Doris Lane, Pat Chambers, Eliria Warburton, and Alice Viau. Usually, about 24 sewing angels show up to work on Monday mornings, said Bergeron, who began the group about six years ago. The group depends on the generosity of the parish, the Knights of Columbus Council 6010, the St. Rose Council of Catholic Woman, and the American Legion Post 134 for fabric. Monetary donations are also appreciated. IC photo by Barbara S. Lee

by Pat Bergeron and Barbara Stinson Lee

Intermountain Catholic

LAYTON — Almost everyone at St. Rose of Lima Parish in Layton knows the parish social hall is booked solid for Monday mornings. That’s when the sewing angels take over the place, and the results make life a little better for babies born in poverty and veterans alike.

The sewing angels – 24 women and one man, meet after the 9 a.m. Mass and make blankets, bibs, burp cloths, receiving blankets, nightgowns, and stuffed bears, all of which are donated to Birthplace of Ogden, St. Martha’s Baby Project (partnered with Holy Cross Ministries and Catholic Community Services), Birthright, and Sub for Santa programs.

They also make lap robes for the Veterans Medical Center, Veterans’ Home, and nursing homes in Layton.

When they aren’t sewing, they knit and crochet hats, mittens, and scarves for people who are homeless and underprivileged children.