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| The white stole I ordered far exceeds my expectations. It is truly a gorgeous work of art that I know my friend will love. I can't wait to give it to her at her seminary graduation party. I know she will be wearing it when she marries her daughter next year. God has given you an amazing talent. I am so glad I found your web site. |
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 I just received an ordinary time stole as an ordination gift. I have worked with textiles for most of my lifetime, sometimes billing myself as a fiber artist. I thought I had searched out all of the stoles available for sale; I had found none compelling enough to buy or even request for my congregation.
Then this! Ah! Jan's work is evocative and inviting. My stole "reads" well from a distance, but close examination is worth the time, as the layers of meaning abound. The style finds a unique and much-needed middle ground between formal tapestries and folk weavings and designs. It does not steal the show--in short, it is clear that the designer understands that the role of vested worshipers is to evoke, invite, create sacred space and time rather than drawing needless attention to themselves and their finery. Jan's work will help me work out my calling better, and for that I am grateful. (And I should say that I am also grateful for a generous brother who knows enough about what worship is and who I am to find this exquisite stole!) Thanks, indeed, be to God. |
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Dawn Allen-Herron
United Church of Canada
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| Blessing on you . . . the stole arrived last week while I was out for a few days at a conference . . . IT IS THE MOST INCREDIBLY WONDERFUL, ARTISTIC CREATION I HAVE EVER SEEN. I am so honored to be wearing the labors of your creativity. Your work stands way apart from the field. Although many persons and companies produce liturgical vestments, that work, for the most part is bland, static, and lacking imagination. Your work embodies the vitality and creativity that is our faith. Your bold use of symbols that specifically relate to my ministry in Music bring me in touch with my deepest gratitude for your willingness to create for me. THANK YOU , THANK YOU, THANK YOU |
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In Christ,
Pax
Bill Wilding
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| Hi Jan! I received the stole and I absolutely love it. It arrived in great shape, just in time to wear it Sunday. Thank you so much for sending it so quickly. |
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Blessings and have a blessed Easter!
Cynthia, ELCA military chaplain stationed in Hawaii.
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| I was looking at your stoles on your web site and they are beautiful and would "fit" with my theology. I am also only 5' 3" tall. |
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Cynthia
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 Dear Jan; The reversible stole we ordered has arrived and is lovely - looks even better in real life than in the pictures. The blend of color, texture, abstraction and symbolism in your design is powerful and exceptionally well-suited to religious vestments. Ellen is delighted and it fits her perfectly.
M Richardson, Episcopalian
Savannah, GA
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| The stole arrived yesterday, safe and sound. It is just beauiful and Heidi will love it! She has been called to Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church and will be ordained on May 25th. We are all very excited. Thank you so much for your ministry in making these stoles. |
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God Bless!
Karen Hester
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| My mother ordered one of your Pentecost stoles for my Ordination, which arrived ahead of schedule and looks just fantastic! Thanks so much for your beautiful artistry! I received many compliments on the stole and look forward to completing the set! |
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Jennifer Newsome Quanbeck
Mountain View Lutheran
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| The stole has arrived. Needless to say, I am delighted with your work. The stole is a perfect fit. It sits smoothly over my shoulders and comes to about an inchor two below my knees. This is a perfect length, as it doesn't overpower me as longer ones seem to do. |
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Peace to you in these troubled times,
Wendy Brown
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| Your work is absolutely beautiful. We also really appreciated the written piece that you added to the package. Elizabeth was thrilled to receive it on her ordination day. Thank you so much for working on the stole so that I had it in time for this most special day of hers. Attached are two photos of Elizabeth with her stole. Thank you so very much. |
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Eunice,
Presbyterian
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| The 3 stoles arrived safely today and are beautiful. Thanks so much for your excellent work. I have a couple of friends who have been waiting to see my stoles - you may have some more orders coming. I also anticipate some graduation $ so I will likely order the blue & purple stoles soon. Thanks again! |
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Peace to you,
Rich Likeness
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Thank you! It’s fabulous!
Chris, Presbyterian
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 A note written to my son: “My church wanted to purchase a stole for someone's ordination, and I suggested your mom. The stole she made was so intricate with deep, deep greens--when it was presented during the service, there was a collective murmur from the congregation--everyone thought it was so beautiful.”
Camille
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| Dear Jan, We opened the box together like 2 kids on Christmas morning. The stole is gorgeous. The description is priceless and perfect. We believe you pray over your work and pray also for the person who will be wearing it. God bless you and your talent. Thank you so very much for getting the stole to us in just the right amount of time. We can tell you are one very special lady! |
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Sincerely,
Linda and Sue
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| I have admired your stoles ever since a friend from divinity school ordered one! Many thanks for your beautiful creations! |
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Jessica Lynn Anschutz
Assistant Pastor
Park Avenue United Methodist Church
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| The stole arrived in this morning's mail! It is lovely. Thank you very much for your wonderful, creative work. I know that I will get a lot of joy wearing your art. And you were able to get it to me so quickly! I will be sure to pass on your name to any clergy who admire my stoles! In peace
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| I love your stoles! Our leadership team would like to order a white one for our pastor for his ordination coming up June 2. Thank you. |
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Jill Fisk
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| I'm thrilled to report that the stoles have arrived, and they are absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for your time and attention. You are a very gifted person! I am interested in ordering two more stoles, blue and purple. Once again, sincere thanks for your work. I am blessed to be able to wear these stoles in worship at Mt. Zion. |
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Thank you,
Kendra
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| I have received many compliments on the blue advent stole and my congregation said, that stole fits my personality and artistic background. Thank you so much for sharing your ministry with me. |
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Blessings,
Rev. Kristen Freeman
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| My stole came a few days ago, and it is absolutely gorgeous. Even more beautiful than it looked online. I can't wait to wear it. Thank you so much -- I will tell all my best colleagues about your work! Blessings, |
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| Hi Jan, I have read about you and I love the way you use your creative talents to share Gods word and spirit with all of Gods people. I would like to know if I could have your single sided gold/white stole shipped to me as soon as possible? I’m to be Ordained on March 13th and would love to have your beautiful stole. The stole not only speaks to me of God but also represents who I have become as well. I would be very pleased and honored to wear your stole for Ordination. |
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Blessings to you,
Wendy Stork
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 The stoles arrived and they are both fantabulous!!! simply gorgeous!!! thank you so much. I will write a cheque tonight for the total and send it right away. I am looking forward to wearing the communion stole for our 175th anniversary service and celebration of moving back into the sanctuary. Wow.
Yours in Christ
lorraine
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| Wow! I received one of your stoles when I graduated seminary & now I have the opportunity to get a few more when I get ordained in May! I can't wait! The church ordaining me (in Maryland) wanted to know if you could send the bill to them when the order is delivered to the church. Let me know if we can set this up. Thanks. Absolutely beautiful work by the way. |
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Peace,
Bill Habicht
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| "I have received the stoles....THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL!!! Yesterday I showed them to the congregation members who had bought them for me. They were delighted with the intricate artwork and fine craftsmanship. Thank you!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! I can't wait to wear them!" |
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A very pleased pastor in Illinois,
Meggan Prosser-Gebhardt
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 "Thank you for the wonderful stole. I truly felt the message when I put it on to see how it fit. You are truly a blessing for those of us who have chosen to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ."Rev. Jose L. Quinones
Baptist,
Bronx, New York
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| "Wow, what impressive service, Jan! I have always thought that, where the Spirit is, there is art also. Your work is beautiful. The lovely stoles arrived this morning, 10 am, and they are really beautiful. They are even more beautiful than the pictures. Thanks again for helping get your art to us in a timely manner. |
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Michael S. Usey
College Park Baptist Church
Geensboro, North Carolina
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“It's here!! It is very beautiful, so much detail! and I look forward to seeing my husband’s face on Christmas day! Thank you for your wonderful work.” |
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Cathy Meyer, Presbyterian
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 “The stole arrived yesterday. It is so beautiful. The surprise was perfect. It is so wonderful to have the personal touch and I am sure Pete will love the stole. Thanks again. Peace and love to you,”
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| “I received the stole you made for me! My in-laws purchased it from you for my ordination. I am grateful for your sharing your God given talents and shining brightly through your work. It is evident that your work is ordained by God. Thank you so much -- it will bless services for many years.” |
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 Laureen Roe,Disciples of Christ
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| “Wow! I know I've never met you, but I think I can safely say that you are fantastic. Thank you and I look forward to receiving it.” |
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Pr. Collette. Broady Preiss, ELCA
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| “I received the stole you made for my daughter today. It is even more beautiful and well done than I had expected. The idea of other clergy sharing the common thread is wonderful. I am so pleased and look forward to presenting it to T.R. on her Ordination day. Thank you again, Grace and Peace,” |
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M. Phillips, Methodist
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| “Wow! I received one of your stoles when I graduated seminary & now I have the opportunity to get a few more when I get ordained in May! I can't wait! Absolutely beautiful work. I am really looking forward to more of your beautiful artwork! Peace,” |
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Bill Habicht,Presbyterian
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| “The stole is beautiful, and your effort to get it to us in time is deeply appreciated.” |
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Michael C. Ingham, Bishop, Anglican Church of Canada
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 “The stole arrived yesterday. I am so pleased with it! Thank you so much! I love the colors, the designs, and the way it fits. I also like the symbolism of being a part of a larger tapestry of God’s work. Thank you for this addition to my worship experience!”Camilla Hempstead, United Methodist |
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| “Thank you for the beautiful stole. It is for our daughter-in-law and she is extremely pleased with the stole quality and beauty.” |
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B. Roe, Disciples of Christ Christian Church
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| “I love the stoles that my family gave to me that were made by your hands. I’ve never seen such lovely stoles and it’s wonderful to wear them knowing the spirit, the thought, and the creativity that went into them.” |
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Rebecca Werner Maccini, United Church of Christ
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| “The stole has arrived and it is simply breathtaking! I will be very proud to be wearing such a piece of art at my ordination. I cannot thank you enough!” |
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Kevin Goodman, Episcopal
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| “Thanks again for making the white stole for my friend’s ordination. She tells me it is very beautiful and she was able to wear it the last sunday in Easter, her first Sunday in her new call.” |
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Linda Pedersen, ELCA
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| “Thank you for accepting our order in such a hospitable and prompt fashion. My sister just emailed to say she has received her stole and is very impressed with it. I can’t wait to see it on her as she takes her sacred vows. With great appreciation,” |
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Gail Mitchell, United Methodist
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 “Thank you so much for my beautiful stole, which arrived earlier this week! It is even nicer and more colorful than I imagined; I can hardly wait to wear it! I will be delighted to pass along your name to my colleagues so that they too can share in your gift of art.”
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| “We were thrilled to receive the stole so quickly! We appreciate all of the effort that must have meant on your part. This is truly a work of art and a labor of love for you. We wish you God’s blessings as you create these visual expressions of our faith.” |
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Betty Siefert, Presbyterian
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| “Thank you again for the magnificent stole. I am looking forward to wearing it when I preach at an installation this weekend. All the best to you in your artistic ministry. May the Spirit continue to inspire you as she so clearly does now!” |
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Rev. Patrician Raube-Wilson, Presbyterian
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behalf of the Worship & Education
Ministry Committee, I’d like
to thank you for the beautiful stole
you made for us to give to our colleague
on the occasion of his ordination.
The stole is absolutely beautiful;
your work is exquisite.” |
Charlotte Lillquist,
Worship & Education Ministry
Team,
Local Church Ministries,
United Church of Christ,
National Offices,
Cleveland,
Ohio, U.S.A. |
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Rev.
John G. Smith
Conference Personnel Minister
United Church of Canada
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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was struck by the various textures,
the incorporation of words from scripture,
vibrant colours that related to the
scripture and the fact that the stole
is completely reversible making it
usable for more than one liturgical
season. The Pentecost images are
ones that evoke excitement, energy
and enthusiasm. The green on the
reverse side depicts a rich calmness.” |
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Marion
Best
United Church of Canada (former
Moderator)
Naramata, B. C., Canada
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| “These
stoles are of first class quality!
Jan has the unique
gift of rendering the liturgical
year in creative art, paying special
attention to the rich colors and
symbols of the tradition.” |
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Rev.
Richard T. Middleton,
Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church
Washington, U.S.A.
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love the dynamic imagery and connectedness
to other parts of the Body. Thanks
for finding life-giving ways to express
the gospel.” |
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Rev.
Bethan Theunissen
United Church of Canada
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