Kate Garraway held back tears as she prayed for her husband Derek Draper.
Derek is now back in the family home after spending over a year in hospital after coronavirus ravaged his body.
Kate appeared in the new BBC Two series Walking With..., which saw her go on a walk through the Cotswolds countryside with a camera as she describes the joy and solace she finds in the landscape.
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The Good Morning Britain host said it's much easier to create space in her head and "hang on to hope of a miracle" while soaking up the sounds of nature.
But in one poignant moment, Kate ventured inside a church after being drawn in by the sound of the bells - and was soon left holding back tears.
According to the Mirror, Kate said: "I haven’t been to church since Derek got sick.
"We used to go regularly. Derek is a faithful churchgoer.
"But we haven't been inside one. And it does feel like there's an incredible sense of peace. It makes me feel quite emotional actually."
While inside Saint Mary's Church in Great Witcombe, tearful Kate bows her head in a moment of silence, then says there is something powerful in prayer whatever form it takes.
She adds: "You can probably guess what I’m praying for. It's a very special thing."
Derek has been at home for the last few months and it was only recently that Kate decided it was time to clear out his office.
Sharing a snap of herself and a removal driver, she said: "So… one of things have been tackling is packing up Derek’s therapy rooms & office.
"Had been dragging my feet because I knew it would be so emotional & because I didn’t want to seem to be giving up hope of him returning to the work he loves one day.
"Then the building was put up for sale and we had to clear out - fate!
"Next problem was the huge task of packing up all his files, his cuttings, books and furniture he’s treasured for decades.
"Step forward the team from @davisandmac - this is not an ad just a hearty recommendation of a great team of lads who worked damn hard and were so sensitive to the situation.
"Thanks a million chaps - will be definitely calling you when Derek is setting up his new venture!"
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