Grief Support

Grief is a unique and individual journey; it may challenge the way you now live as you begin to integrate your loved ones physical presence into a new presence of spirit and memory.

We live in culture that often avoids talking about loss and support from family and friends may lessen over time. Our groups give you the opportunity to learn about the grief journey, helps you to identify feelings and emotions and offers tips on coping day-to-day and what you may feel as you journey through grief.

We are blessed to offer three different grief support groups at Holy Name of Mary. Each group offers different insight, resources, companionship and understanding for those who have experienced loss.

You will find a compassionate and safe place to learn more deeply about the grief experience and journey. I use many different models, books, videos and resources to teach about grief. Also expect to find kind volunteers, warm hospitality and good food. Sharing our beautiful Catholic faith through prayer, music,  rituals and scripture, also helps in our grief journey.

God is near the brokenhearted and listens to our pleas for guidance and comfort.

This ongoing group is open to anyone and all who has suffered a loss through the death of someone they love. It meets the first Saturday each month in the Hall. There is also a Healing Mass and Anointing at 8:30 in church. We begin at 9:15 AM and you are welcome to attend at anytime throughout the year.

The journey through grief is never easy. Families and friends affected by a sudden and violent death is especially traumatic and complicated. There is never a “getting over it.” However, with help and support of others, you can begin to learn to live with what has happened. Understanding and expressing the many emotions and feelings of grief can help survivors, and over time, with mourning and grieving, come to adjust to this great loss.

Traumatic Loss meets on the first Sunday of each month at 10:00 in the Damien Room. This suppor group is for those who have experienced loss due to an accident, violence, murder or suicide. I need to speak with you or meet with you before beginning this group. Please reach out to me if you have questions or would like to attend.