Events
Faith & Grief Ministries Online Support Gatherings
Faith & Grief Ministries is offering support gatherings on various days of the month.
Here are the dates for the upcoming online and in-person grief support gatherings:
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 @ Noon CDT (In-Person, First Presbyterian Church, Dallas, TX)
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 @ Noon CDT (In-Person, Village Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village, KS)
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 1:00 pm CDT (In-Person, St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plano, TX)
Saturday, June 11, 2022 @ 10:00 am CDT (In-Person, Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, Irving, TX)
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 @ 7:30 pm CDT (Online via Zoom, sponsored by Retreat House, Richardson, TX)
They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page.
You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for daily prayers & resources.
Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions.
https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/
Faith & Grief Ministries is offering support gatherings on various days of the month.
Here are the dates for the upcoming online and in-person grief support gatherings:
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 @ Noon CDT (In-Person, First Presbyterian Church, Dallas, TX)
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 @ Noon CDT (In-Person, Village Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village, KS)
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 1:00 pm CDT (In-Person, St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plano, TX)
Saturday, June 11, 2022 @ 10:00 am CDT (In-Person, Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, Irving, TX)
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 @ 7:30 pm CDT (Online via Zoom, sponsored by Retreat House, Richardson, TX)
They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page.
You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for daily prayers & resources.
Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions.
https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/
Faith & Grief Workshops
Faith & Grief Ministries workshops are led by grief support experts who have experienced grief themselves and really “get grief.”
The workshops are for anyone who is grieving the death of a loved one. Each workshop session explores sacred stories related to grief, the nature of grief,
and sharing stories in small group discussions. Spiritual practices are introduced in each workshop session and are designed to promote comfort in grief.
The multi-session workshops are hosted online and when possible, in-person.
https://www.faithandgrief.org/griefworkshop/
Faith & Grief Ministries workshops are led by grief support experts who have experienced grief themselves and really “get grief.”
The workshops are for anyone who is grieving the death of a loved one. Each workshop session explores sacred stories related to grief, the nature of grief,
and sharing stories in small group discussions. Spiritual practices are introduced in each workshop session and are designed to promote comfort in grief.
The multi-session workshops are hosted online and when possible, in-person.
https://www.faithandgrief.org/griefworkshop/
Monday Pet Loss Candle Ceremony
Mondays at 5:00 HST / 6:00 PM AKST / 7:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM MST / 9:00 PM CST / 10:00 EST
On Monday evenings all across the globe the folks at PetLoss.com, and guests, light candles in memory of our pets who have gone on over the Rainbow Bridge.
It is a very healing ritual with no adherence to any religion or creed, just a simple lighting of candles to bring us all together. While there is an online
ceremony in their chat room every Monday, the Candle Ceremony does not have to be done online. Each of us can light our candles in our own way, privately.
If you would like light them at the same time with others you are welcome to join this weekly ceremony.
https://petloss.com/
Mondays at 5:00 HST / 6:00 PM AKST / 7:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM MST / 9:00 PM CST / 10:00 EST
On Monday evenings all across the globe the folks at PetLoss.com, and guests, light candles in memory of our pets who have gone on over the Rainbow Bridge.
It is a very healing ritual with no adherence to any religion or creed, just a simple lighting of candles to bring us all together. While there is an online
ceremony in their chat room every Monday, the Candle Ceremony does not have to be done online. Each of us can light our candles in our own way, privately.
If you would like light them at the same time with others you are welcome to join this weekly ceremony.
https://petloss.com/
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Jonathan's Giving Tree - Life After Loss of a Child Support Group
Thursday's at 7:00 PM PST via Zoom. This group provides a safe space and supportive environment to further explore the stages of grief and is open to anyone that has loss a child, or a adult sibling or grandparent. It provides an opportunity to meet other grieving parents and share experiences and coping strategies. Zoom Meeting ID: 811 5824 0458 Password: OKMD4t For more information, contact Marcia Arreola at 949-342-6547. https://www.facebook.com/Jonathans-Giving-Tree-618093828699261/ https://jonathansgivingtree.org |
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Sunrise Retreats Widow Events
Widow Wellness Online Event Presented by Sunrise Retreats - Boise, Idaho Area Events Join Marni Henderson from Sunrise Retreats every 3rd Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM MDT, for a free community support call discussing healing and wellness tools for navigating the path of widowhood. Please pre-register ahead of time for the zoom call at: https://sunriseretreat.org/widow-connect-events |
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GrieveWell Young Adult Meetup Group
Are you grieving or do you know someone in grief between the ages of 18 and 25? Please urge them to sign-up today for an online meetup designed to help young grievers find each other and bond over varying activities such as Jackbox games. Young grievers can connect with each other by signing up at www.grievewell.com/calendar *Meetups are not group therapy or counseling: sessions are facilitated by a young adult GrieveWell volunteer.* |
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Art Your Grief Classes with Emily Dilbeck
Art Your Grief classes are for grievers. Grief comes in many different forms - this class is for anyone experiencing grief - it might be a diagnosis, a death, a relationship, job loss, a dream, a home, etc. All grievers are welcome. No art experience is needed to take an Art Your Grief class. All you need is to bring yourself and be willing to show up and try painting, drawing and collage to process your grief. Explore and express your grief using art on Zoom in a safe space with other grievers. Emily will be walking you through different prompts with basic art supplies (watercolor, colored pencils, collage - nothing fancy) to help you connect with your grief while creating. The goal is not to create beautiful art (although sometimes this happens), the focus is on your grief and having a designated safe space to connect and express your grief using color, texture, and movement. Art is a powerful tool to express and explore grief. There is something beautiful that happens when we sit with it all - even if it’s extremely difficult to do. Next class series: Three options for month long classes that meet once a week on zoom: *Sunday, May 15, 22, 29 (3 meetings) - 3:30-4:45 PM PDT/5:30-6:45 PM CT - $90 *Tuesday, May 10, 17, 24, 31 (4 meetings) - 6:30-7:45 PM PDT/8:30-9:45 PM CT - $120 *Wednesday, May 4, 11, 18, 25 (4 meetings) - 8:30-9:45 AM PDT/10:30-11:45 AM CDT - $120 The first 60 min. are for creating, the last 15 are for optional sharing/listening (or you can continue creating). Please message Emily on Instagram to sign up. She only takes a handful of participants each month as it is important to me to keep it small and intimate. One workshop option for a one time class: If you don't want to commit to multiple classes, you can take the one-time workshop on *Saturday, May 28 (1 meeting) - 11:30 AM-12:45 PM PDT/ 11:30 AM-12:45 PM CDT - $30 Private Sessions: You can schedule private Art Your Grief sessions, an hour class is $65. Buddy Sessions: You can schedule buddy sessions of Art Your Grief for 2-4 people. An hour buddy session for 2 people is $45 per person, 3 people is $40 per person, 4 people is $35 per person. Private Class: You can schedule a private class for 5-7 people for 4 sessions of 75 minutes each for $120 a person. The first 60 min. are for creating, the last 15 are for optional sharing/listening. For more information, check out the Art Your Grief Instagram page. The highlight titled “Class Info.” has all the details. Please message Emily on Instagram is you have questions or want to register for a class. For more information visit: https://www.emilydilbeck.com/art-your-grief |
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Understanding Grief - Facebook Live
Monday May 23, 2022, at 1:30 PM PDT Join the folks from The Dougy Center for an interactive conversation on the movement to #UnderstandGrief Live on Dougy Center's Facebook page, Monday May 23, 2022, at 1:30 PM PDT. Donna Schuurman and Monique Mitchell will answer questions and talk about the importance of being grief-informed. |
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Meridian Mindset: A Mental Health Awareness Event
Monday, May 23, 2022, from 5:45 PM to 8:00 PM MT at Meridian City Hall In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the City of Meridian Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) and Mayor’s Senior Advisory Board (MSAB) are teaming up with Connection is the Cure to host Meridian Mindset—an evening of education, connection, art, and service at Meridian City Hall (33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, ID 83642) on Monday, May 23rd, 2022. The doors will be open by 5:45 PM and the program begins at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Meridian City Hall with a series of presentations by featured speakers whose work—voluntary or professional—touches on aspects of mental health and suicide prevention. These speakers are: Shannon Decker (Executive Director & Co-Founder, The Speedy Foundation) September Frogley (Co-Founder, Connection Is The Cure) Gretchen Gudmundsen (Child Clinical Psychologist, St. Luke's) Shawna Delaney-Saladino (Anti-Bullying Specialist & Founder, Word Warriors) Tracy Basterrechea (Chief of Police, City Of Meridian) Following the presentations, attendees are encouraged to visit booths stationed by representatives of various groups and organizations to learn more about community resources available in our area. Afterward, MYAC students will lead a chalk art project with attendees in the Meridian City Hall Plaza—encouraging attendees to cover the concrete with kind, compassionate, and uplifting messages and art. Attendees may bring basic toiletry items to donate to Connection is the Cure. These items will be packaged and provided to those in the community who are at the highest risk of mental health distress and suicide. A collection booth will be near the main entrance of Meridian City Hall. The following items are requested: travel-size shampoos travel-size conditioners travel-size toothpaste travel-size deodorants travel-size hand sanitizers wash cloths toothbrushes protein/granola bars adult socks adult underwear small notebooks pens/pencils This event is free and open to the public. Those who are unable to attend in person may watch the livestream of the presentations beginning at 6:00 PM on Monday, May 23rd by visiting www.meridiancity.org/live. The recording will be available on the City of Meridian YouTube page following the event. |
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Youth Suicide Research Consortium Third National Conference
Friday, June 3, 2022, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST
This year's online conference is organized around the title “Harnessing Community Strengths: Changing Systems for Youth Suicide Prevention.”
The online conference will take place on Friday, June 3, 2022, between 11 am and 5 pm EST. As with our previous conferences, the event will be free
and open to researchers, providers, and community members. Registration is FREE and open until May 31, 2022.
You can register for the conference at https://www.youthsuicideresearch.org/
Friday, June 3, 2022, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST
This year's online conference is organized around the title “Harnessing Community Strengths: Changing Systems for Youth Suicide Prevention.”
The online conference will take place on Friday, June 3, 2022, between 11 am and 5 pm EST. As with our previous conferences, the event will be free
and open to researchers, providers, and community members. Registration is FREE and open until May 31, 2022.
You can register for the conference at https://www.youthsuicideresearch.org/
FREE LIVE COACHING SERIES with Dr. Betsy Guerra
WHAT: LIVE virtual coaching with topics inspired by you.
WHO: Anyone looking to become a better version of him/herself.
WHY: Because we were created for greatness.
WHEN: 1st Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM EST - Next Session is June 7, 2022
HOW MUCH: FREE
Join Dr. Betsy Guerra, from Better with Betsy, for a FREE live session and come ready to ask any questions you
may have. She would love to see your faces, but if you'd rather stay anonymous, you're welcome to keep your
camera off and change your screen name. Please share anyone you know who may benefit from this session.
Dr. Guerra is excited to support you! SIGN UP to receive the link for the video call.
https://betterwithbetsy.com/product/esperanza/
WHAT: LIVE virtual coaching with topics inspired by you.
WHO: Anyone looking to become a better version of him/herself.
WHY: Because we were created for greatness.
WHEN: 1st Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM EST - Next Session is June 7, 2022
HOW MUCH: FREE
Join Dr. Betsy Guerra, from Better with Betsy, for a FREE live session and come ready to ask any questions you
may have. She would love to see your faces, but if you'd rather stay anonymous, you're welcome to keep your
camera off and change your screen name. Please share anyone you know who may benefit from this session.
Dr. Guerra is excited to support you! SIGN UP to receive the link for the video call.
https://betterwithbetsy.com/product/esperanza/
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NAMICon 2022
June 14 - 16, 2022 Registration is now open for NAMICon 2022, taking place virtually June 14–16! As one of the largest community gatherings of mental health advocates in the U.S., NAMICon provides an incredible opportunity to bring awareness, resources and solutions to a wider audience of people affected by mental health conditions — both nationally and globally. The pandemic and global events of the past two years have had a profound effect on everyone’s mental health — individuals, youth, families, communities of color and frontline professionals. It’s more important than ever for us to join Together for Mental Health, a timely and appropriate theme for NAMI's 2022 convention. Registration rates will remain low for 2022: Only $10 for students and peers, $15 for NAMI members and $25 for non-members. Register now at: https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Attend-the-NAMI-National-Convention |
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6th Annual Pink and Blue Fun Run and Walk
June 18, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT Lakeview Park: 1304 7th Street North, Nampa, Idaho, 83687 There is also a virtual option! Come dressed in creative pink and blue, and commemorate the lives of babies gone too soon. There will be vendors, live music, white dove release and special guests from the Sawtooth Mountain Squad of the 501st Legion. The event will benefit David's Hope Pregnancy Loss Ministry, helping families who have lost babies in miscarriage, stillbirth, and early infant death. Register before June 18th at www.pinkandbluerun.com |
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Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit
July 21 - 24, 2022 The Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit, taking place July 21 - 24, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio, provides those who have lost a loved one to suicide several years in the past or more a unique opportunity to share their experiences, and benefit from constructive new insights on how to healthily continue their grief journey over time. Those whose loss is less recent (typically five or more years ago) are encouraged to attend, as the summit will offer a different perspective than for those whose grief is more recent. Through workshops, expert-led discussions, and social activities, participants will engage with topics including: • the different stages of grief • how to break the silence within families • using art, writing, and physical activity to process feelings over time • the intersection of trauma and long-term suicide loss • the positive aspects of volunteering • suicide and military culture • the relation of spirituality to suicide loss • sharing about suicide loss in the digital age • facilitating support groups for the newly bereaved • turning pain into purpose • the need for self-compassion • coping with long-term grief and depression • and more The Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit is the only conference of its kind, and one that promises to offer participants invaluable strategies to reflect, grow, and continue to heal. Register at: https://afsp.org/long-term-survivors-of-suicide-loss-summit |
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Bereaved Parents USA Annual Conference
July 22-24, 2022 Registration for the 2022 National Gathering of Bereaved Parents USA is open. The conference will be held July 22 - 24, 2022, in St. Louis, Missouri. Early bird registration ends on June 1st. Discounts available for full-time students and active duty military. To learn more and to register visit www.bereavedparentsusa.org |
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Widow Empowerment Event
September 23 - 25, 2022, in Scottsdale, Arizona Early Bird General Registration is now open for the Modern Widows Club's Widow Empowerment Event! Join them September 23 to 25, 2022, in Scottsdale, Arizona for their remarkable, one-of-a-kind event for widows and daughters of widows. At WEE 2022 Scottsdale you’ll find HOPE as you spend time with an understanding community and our dynamic, powerful speakers. You’ll have opportunities to HEAL through education, resources, and activities that also give you the chance to GROW and find purpose. And you’ll learn more about how to LEAD in the future of widowhood. Over the course of our extraordinary weekend you’ll connect with resilient role models in a safe, trusted community, and can expect to gain: - Friendship and inspiration from hundreds of wise women who are walking this path with you - Knowledge, leadership, education, and guidance to empower your important decisions - Confidence to journey from grief to growth - Honest and healthy conversations to help you discover joy again - Affirmations of areas of excelling and areas that need focus - Framework and resources to reconstruct your life with meaning, purpose, and strength - Hope for you and your family’s future -Peace of mind that you are not alone To sign up, visit www.modernwidowsclub.org and then “Register for WEE 2022 Scottsdale.” |
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Top of Tamarack
September 24, 2022 Tamarack Village - Park in the main Tamarack parking lot near the Village. Overflow parking will be in the lot near the Osprey Lodge. The race has staggered start times as follows: Mostly Hike 8:00 AM MST, Mostly Run 8:30 AM MST, Bike 9:00 AM MST On the last Saturday in September, participants bike, run, or hike up the mountain at Tamarack Resort. Join Gr8ter for this mental health awareness and suicide prevention event where you can prove you’re “mentally strong”, all for a good cause! This is an event unlike any other! Participants hike, run, or bike ride up the mountain to the distance of their choosing. The real competition is against one’s own self, where you make a goal and set out to achieve it! Each mile post along your journey will be marked with a special token, reminding you that you have achieved a great distance and you are “mentally strong.” Collect as many tokens as you can and then head back down the mountain to celebrate your achievement. This is a mental health awareness and suicide prevention event. Race proceeds will benefit Gr8ter, Inc., a local non-profit organization that helps people struggling with mental health issues find hope and happiness in spite of their struggles. Learn more and register at: https://gr8ter.org/what-we-do/top-of-tamarack/ |
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4th Annual Strength 2 Thrive Overnight Walk for Suicide Prevention
Save-the-Date: September 24, 2022 On the track at Columbia High School in Nampa, Idaho. Proceeds go to the Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline. More Info to Come Soon! |
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4th Annual Bereaved Mother's Day Conference: A Healing Collective
Save-the-Dates: Saturday & Sunday, May 6 & 7, 2023 In-Person & Virtual Options Available www.betternotbittermom.com |
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This site provides links and general grief support information and is not intended to serve as or replace professional counseling, guidance or treatment.
If you are thinking about hurting yourself or someone else, please contact 911 or the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
For any type of crisis situation you can text CONNECT to 741741 to chat with a Crisis Text Line counselor.
My Grief Connection - Created 04 July 2019
Updated 19 May 2022
– at no extra cost to you. I only promote things I have have either personally tried or strongly believe are beneficial. Any commissions earned helps keep this
website going. Thank you for using our affiliate links to help My Grief Connection to continue helping grievers find help & hope.
Not responsible for the content, claims or representations of the linked sites, videos, movies, podcasts, groups, events, books, articles, etc.
This site provides links and general grief support information and is not intended to serve as or replace professional counseling, guidance or treatment.
If you are thinking about hurting yourself or someone else, please contact 911 or the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
For any type of crisis situation you can text CONNECT to 741741 to chat with a Crisis Text Line counselor.
My Grief Connection - Created 04 July 2019
Updated 19 May 2022
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