Grande Lattes, and great conversation just seem to go together, particularly with the lingering chill of winter and the last traces of “snowmaggedon” fading. What began as an “interview,” soon felt more like a guided conversation. It’s one thing to research a story, it’s quite another, to sit across from someone, hear the passion in their voice, feel the weight of their emotion, and realize you’re listening to a life shaped by obedience and the courage to follow an unknown path. One step, one day at a time.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of hearing countless stories. Stories that tug at your heart, catch you off guard, and leave you blinking back tears you didn’t expect. Each one is meaningful in its own way, but every so often, one settles in a little deeper and stays with you. This was my experience when I sat down with Christina Hitchcock, founder of Knot Alone.
Taking a slow sip from my piping hot brew, I listened intently as our conversation moved beneath the surface to how it all began. The year was 2022. The worship leaders from her church were moving to Florida, and Christina was planning to host a going away party at her home. Around the same time, she had learned that her neighbor and friend had been diagnosed with breast cancer. Three nights before the party, she had a vivid dream. In the dream, the worship team gathered together, walked next door, and began to sing songs of love, hope, and encouragement.
“That dream shook me to my core," she recalls, "and I knew exactly what it meant. We were supposed to sing for her.” She told her husband about the dream and said, “We have to do this,” He hesitated, worried it might be too much and too soon. Still, the dream would not let her go. She decided to text her neighbor’s husband to ask his thoughts and if it would be okay. When hours passed without a response, doubt crept in. "Maybe it really was just a dream and not meant to move forward," she thought. But later that day, the reply finally came. He answered yes and agreed to keep it a surprise. That simple response was all the confirmation Christina needed. She shared the message with her husband and this time, without hesitation, he agreed.
When the worship team arrived for the party, Christina shared the dream and asked if they would be willing to follow it. Everyone was on board. With an old guitar, a talented guitarist, and approximately one hundred worship team members, they chose the song, Not Alone, from Psalm 23. They practiced a few run-throughs in the driveway and then walked next door and knocked. When her neighbor opened the door, what followed was raw, holy, and deeply human worship. Happy, emotional tears fell. Family gathered close. When it ended, there were no speeches. Just presence. Later that evening, a text arrived from her neighbor, “There are no words to express this. My family will never forget this moment.”
For years, Christina had prayed to know her purpose. Little did she know that a dream and the courage to act on it would become the foundation of Knot Alone and the answer to that prayer. Things moved fast and by November of 2022 Knot Alone-Tying Worship and Love Together on Your Doorstep was formed. The name, Knot Alone, adopted from that first outing, was the perfect name signifying unity. From idea to fruition, the mission is carried forward. Every month, on a Sunday afternoon, forty to sixty volunteers from churches throughout the region gather together. Musicians, prayer warriors, organizers, and people who simply want to stand in the gap for someone else meet around 1:45 p.m. They record two personalized video messages and, at times, FaceTime with someone who cannot receive personal visits. Around 2:30, teams load into borrowed 15‑passenger vans and buses, generously shared by local churches, and head out to bring worship, hope and the unmistakable message through song that "you are not alone."
No rush, no pressure, just worship, care baskets, and handmade knot blankets carrying a simple message: Someone sees you. Someone Cares. Each blanket is prayed over by the group. Families often cry. Sometimes they laugh. Almost always, they say the same thing, "We needed this today." These are the moments that linger long after the music fades.
So much of what makes Knot Alone possible happens behind the scenes. Every doorstep moment is supported by thoughtful coordination from transportation and scheduling to blanket‑tying gatherings and monthly encouragement cards. Music is chosen, not for performance, but for connection. “Music reaches places words can’t,” Christina explains. “And bringing it to someone’s doorstep removes every barrier. They don’t have to be strong, dressed, or ready. We come as they are.” Built with both heart and structure, the ministry reflects the care behind every detail. Now, six years later, what began with a single act of obedience from a dream, has grown into a beautiful presence on front porches, driveways, and doorsteps throughout our community.
Today, Knot Alone continues to grow with early steps toward expansion in Florida; however, Knot Alone remains anchored in what matters most...impact. Success isn’t measured by numbers, but by moments, smiles on hard days and reminders of hope when needed most. Volunteers are always wanted and needed. Everyone is welcome and we encourage you to just try it once. We promise you will forever be changed. For those fighting cancer and their families, Knot Alone wants you to know that you are not forgotten, hope can show up right at your door, and YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Knot Alone is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization currently serving approximately five families each month with two personalized video messages and three in‑person visits. Referrals typically come through word of mouth, while support grows through The Knot Alone Circle, a monthly giving initiative that allows the ministry to say “yes” more often. For more information, questions or to volunteer, please email: knotaloaneworship@gmail.com or visit their website at www.knotalone.org or Facebook page.
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