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5 WAYS TO COPE WITH CUMULATIVE GRIEF FOR PASTORS

There is a particular kind of grief that is seldom named in ministry, yet quietly shapes the life of nearly …
Blue background with yellow flowers. When Mom is missing on Mother's day

WHEN MOM IS MISSING ON MOTHER’S DAY

As Mother’s Day approaches, sanctuaries fill with flowers, gratitude, and well-earned celebration. Yet sitting quietly among the congregation are those …
Grieving mother holding a photograph

HOPE & ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE HEART OF A GRIEVING MOTHER

It’s not right. It’s not fair. But mothers are not exempt from grief. There are far too many grieving mothers …
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ADOPTEE GRIEF ON MOTHER’S DAY: HEALING A BROKEN HEART

For many, especially those who were adopted, grief is complicated. Missing a mother can take many forms, especially for those …
Grieving the loss of a mother. A mother and daughter looking at each other

FINDING HOPE WHEN GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A MOTHER 

Losing your mom is usually devastating. The unique connection that exists between mothers and their children, no matter the age, …
Hope for the Grieving, Family on the beach at sunset with mom reaching towards shadows of family members who are no longer with her

HOPE FOR THE GRIEVING: WHEN YOUR WORLD IS SHATTERED

“For in this hope, we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for …
3 wedding rings on a dark surface, symbolizing the question "Can Christian Widows Remarry?"

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT WIDOWS REMARRYING?

When a husband or wife becomes a widow or widower, they often walk through months—sometimes years—of deep grief after the …
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STARTING OVER AFTER LOSS: FINDING GOD’S HOPE AS YOU REBUILD YOUR LIFE

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm …
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HOW TO HANDLE PERSONAL BELONGINGS AFTER A DEATH?

“There is a season for everything, and a season for every activity…a time to keep and a time to throw …