A lament is a conversation with God. It may be in the form of a prayer, poem or just a conversation. Lament gives us the opportunity to say all that we need to be said about our loss, sorrow and grief. The exercise below assists you in writing your lament.
Our Program Director, Shelley Craig, had the privilege of being a guest on the Seekers of Meaning, TV show & podcast with host Rabbi Richard Address, founder of Sacred Jewish Aging. They discuss supporting those who are grieving, dealing with grief during the pandemic and the need for rituals as part of the grieving progress.…
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In a year of grief like no other, comfort and hope were still found thanks to our donors, sponsors, and volunteers. We invite you to view and download our 2020 Annual Report. We are so very thankful for your support of our programs. and our mission to provide comfort and hope to those who have…
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Writing can be a healing tool and provide comfort as we grieve. There is a balm created when we write to express our feeling or to document the events that have shaken and shaped us as we grieve. Thank you to Paul Wackym of Wackym’s Kitchen for sharing these short stories he wrote, Voices and…
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It’s the month of love, February. It’s a time to remember those we love, but for us who are grieving it can be hard to get excited about the festivities. It’s another holiday without our loved ones. So, we put together some ideas of how to remember your loved one this month. Things that are…
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The holidays can be a difficult time of year for all of us, this year is no different though very different, indeed. And for those who are grieving during the holidays, it can be a challenging time. The holidays are filled with joy, excitement, and sometimes bittersweet memories. We have adapted the prayer of examen…
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Thank you for your support of Faith & Grief on North Texas Giving Day. Please download these Comfort for Grief Recipes from Taco Tuesday. They include Citrus Chicken Street Tacos, Taco Tuesday Bake & Grief Cake.
by Eric Markinson, Chaplain at CC Young Senior Living and guest on episode three of the Faith & Grief Podcast. Far and away my favorite hymn is “I Love to Tell the Story,” because I believe in the power of story to change, to transform, and to heal. Thanks for the privilege of being able…
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The object prayer is a way to find the sacred in objects that are special to you or that may remind you of your loved one who has died. Read through this exercise or download a copy for yourself to practice, You can view the breath prayer here if you need a refresher. Learn more…
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This prayer is a way of becoming aware of God‘s presence in our daily life. In reviewing the events, thoughts, actions, feelings, and dreams of the past twenty-four hours, God invites us to notice occasions and patterns of mercy, even in times of transition and heartache. The God who created you also lovingly desires to…
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