Left to right: Cheryl Nance, Pat Huska, Bruce and Cari Block and Genie Williams
Cari Block
The GriefShare Ministry of Community Church at SaddleBrooke (CCSB) held a special Surviving the Holidays Educational and Support Meeting for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Loss is always difficult, but during the holidays it can seem overwhelming. Holidays can create fresh memories of our loss and a renewed experience of pain and grief.
This event helped the group to learn about being prepared for surprising emotions that may hit over the holidays; how to handle family traditions, holiday parties and invitations; how to survive potentially awkward moments with other people and where to find comfort, strength and hope in a seemingly hopeless time.
The video presentation by expert Christian grief counselors was followed by small group discussion which helped us to assimilate what we learned in the video. The participants left feeling hopeful and better prepared to face the days to come with a measure of peace and assurance that they are not alone in their recovery journey.
Coming Attractions: Starting Sunday, January 8, 2017, GriefShare will begin. This highly regarded 13-week educational and support group is designed to help you build your life after losing a loved one through death. GriefShare will meet Sundays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the CCSB Parish House, 36768 S. Aaron Lane. For more information call Cari Block at 858-243-3747 or Bruce Block at 858-692-5227.
CCSB meets every Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke DesertView Theater. We are an all-denominational Christian Church and all are welcome.