How does GriefShare work?

Introducing GriefShare, a 13-week, Christ-centered support group seminar for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend through death. Each session features a video presentation on topics like comfort, answers and hope.

How long are GriefShare sessions?

Sessions are held once a week for 13 weeks. Each two-hour session begins with a prayer followed by a go-round, where each person describes his or her loss. Then, a 40-minute video about loss, mourning and the road back, followed by a discussion of the video and workbook provided to each participant.

Can you do GriefShare online?

Your church can offer a GriefShare group in person, online, or a combination of both. Our new online, video-based training makes it easy for your leaders to get up to speed with leading a group.

How many sessions is GriefShare?

13 weekly sessions
GriefShare, an international grief recovery support group, will start again on Monday, March 7, for 13 weekly sessions.

How do you help someone who is grieving?

How to Help Someone Who Is Grieving

1. Be a good listener.
2. Respect the person’s way of grieving.
3. Accept mood swings.
4. Avoid giving advice.
5. Refrain from trying to explain the loss.
6. Help out with practical tasks.
7. Stay connected and available.
8. Offer words that touch the heart.

How long does grief last?

There is no set timetable for grief. You may start to feel better in 6 to 8 weeks, but the whole process can last anywhere from 6 months to 4 years. You may start to feel better in small ways. It will start to get a little easier to get up in the morning, or maybe you’ll have more energy.

How do you start a grief ministry?

Talk to your pastor and other leaders of your community. Ask them whether a similar resource is currently offered in your area. If the answer is yes, support the ministry that is already in place. Familiarize yourself with the five stages of grief — denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance.

When was GriefShare created?

1998
GriefShare is a non-denominational seminar and video-based support program developed in 1998 by Church Initiative—also known for DivorceCare. Both of these programs were designed to serve the needs of churches by creating Christ-centered resources to help hurting people.

How do you share grief?

Sharing grief helps others to cope . . .

1. Talk: about the deceased.
2. Be: a shoulder to cry on if they get upset.
3. Cry too: share the sadness and don’t forget to grieve yourself.
4. Laugh: and joke too.
5. Ring: to chat often, make sure they are not lonely living alone, that they are eating and getting out.

How often should you check on someone who is grieving?

Your friend or relative may need you even more after the first few weeks and months, when other people may stop calling. Check in every now and then just to say hello (you may find it helpful to put reminders on your calendar). Most bereaved people find it difficult to reach out and need others to take the initiative.

What should you not say to someone grieving?

5 Things Not to Say to Someone Who’s Grieving (& 5 That Someone Would Love to Hear)

• “You’re going to grow from this.”
• “At least they lived a long life.”
• “When it’s their time to go, it’s their time.”
• “You have to stay strong for your children, spouse etc.”
• “Stay busy so you don’t think about it too much.”