Losses weave their way throughout our lives, influencing the next path we take. Grief is our built-in response to loss, our ally in traveling the confusing, painful and transformative Land of Loss. This program gently supports those with recent loss and provides us all with a template for the losses yet to be. Tangible ideas will be offered to help navigate the Land of Loss, with key reminders about our path toward healing. Current bereavement teaching and spiritual wisdom are shared, affirming that grief is, indeed, a sacred journey.

"Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it." Brene Brown Losses weave their way throughout our lives, influencing the next path we take. Grief is our built-in response to loss, our ally in traveling the confusing, painful and transformative Land of Loss. This program gently supports those with recent loss and provides us all with a template for the losses yet to be. Tangible ideas will be offered to help navigate the Land of Loss, with key reminders about our path toward healing. Current bereavement teaching and spiritual wisdom are shared, affirming that grief is, indeed, a sacred journey.

How do grief and hope co-exist in our hearts? How is that possible? Some of us deny the seeds of hope in our grieving hearts, thinking we must remain faithful to our loved one’s memory. Hope is as alive as our grief. It does not take away the pain, but lives alongside it. Hope sustains our wounded heart as as we find our way though the land of Loss. This day of reflection will include the support of community, prayer, ritual and quiet - each valuable resources for healing a grieving heart.

  Loss and the grief that follows are particularly difficult during the holiday season. We have mixed feelings due to our loved one's absence, unmet expectations, traditions that need revision. Come to the soothing spaces of Mercy-by-the-Sea to receive comfort and support. hear suggestions to include your loved one's memory into holiday activities. Share in a time of remembering as your loved one's name is spoken and his or her life is honored. This day of reflection will include the support of community, prayer, ritual and quiet - each valuable resources for healing a grieving heart.