Handling the reality of a loved one's passing is never an easy experience. Along with a relationship with Jesus, who is the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25), speaking about one's grief in a setting of faith can provide perspective and relief. We are fortunate to have professional and faith-filled bereavement services available in our area.
Thanks to Jesus we know that life is changed, not ended, by death: I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6). We see then that life is not so much a concept as a Person. All are alive in Jesus.
But coming to terms with this mystery is a process, and utilizing available assistance can bring understanding and coping skills as we traverse this “vale of tears” (cf. Psalm 84:6; Isaiah 25:8). Avail yourself of the aforementioned resources; share them with others. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted (Matthew 5:4).
David J. Conrad
- Angela Hospice here in Livonia has a grief care team that offers free services: angelahospice.org/grief-care
- Good Mourning Ministry out of Plymouth takes a specifically Catholic approach to grieving using Jesus as our role model. A workshop will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel parish in Plymouth this coming September 20 & 21. goodmourningministry.net
Thanks to Jesus we know that life is changed, not ended, by death: I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6). We see then that life is not so much a concept as a Person. All are alive in Jesus.
But coming to terms with this mystery is a process, and utilizing available assistance can bring understanding and coping skills as we traverse this “vale of tears” (cf. Psalm 84:6; Isaiah 25:8). Avail yourself of the aforementioned resources; share them with others. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted (Matthew 5:4).
David J. Conrad
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