Grief and loss are subjects most prefer to avoid. Scripture tells us suffering and grief are to be expected and God's comfort is available. However, many believers experience spiritual conflict or crises after a loss and feel unsupported by their faith community. The goal of this 8 week course is to provide assistance to those who are grieving as well as to provide practical education on how to minister to those who have suffered loss. This course will:
- Describe loss, exploring why we have trouble with it
- Define grief, tasks of mourning, and the emotions & myths
- Contrast what is, and is not, helpful
- Process how to say goodbye to the pain
- Offer steps for building your life after a loss and pursuing your life's purpose
- Offer supportive strategies & interventions
Format: Weekly 2 hour sessions. One hour of information and one hour of application. |