Bereavement Ministry
Hope & Healing are possible after the death of a loved one.
Together, St. Joseph and St. Mary Parishes host GriefShare, a 13 week grief recovery support group. A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.
“GriefShare helps you understand that each person heals in their own way and time—and that’s okay.”
– Donna
GriefShare meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00 PM
in Room 22 in St. Mary School.
Our next GriefShare program will begin Monday, August 19. Click on the button below and search for “St. Mary Church” to register online. All faiths are welcome!
Contact Sue at 419-618-0051 or her email address, or Ellen at 419-618-2818 or her email address with any questions.
What does GriefShare cover?
Loneliness
Find your way through the overwhelming loneliness of grief.
Fear
Guidance to manage worry and anxiety in the face of crippling fears.
Anger
Learn healthy strategies to deal with your anger.
Regrets
“If onlys” are common in grief. Discover how to move beyond them.
Relationships
Tips on responding to well-meaning, but insensitive, comforters.
Hope
Move forward by remembering and honoring your loved one.