Events
Faith & Grief Ministries Online Support Gatherings Faith & Grief Ministries is offering support gatherings on various days of the month. 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/
FREE Virtual Grief Education Series
Wendy Kessler, MSW and Grief Specialist of Grief Guide Consulting is hosting a FREE Virtual Grief Education Series of workshops on the 1st Wednesday of every month, from 8:00 - 9:00 AM PST. Every session offers information and insight and Q&A to guide you on your grief journey. Attendance is FREE. If you cannot attend, a recording of the teaching portion will be emailed to you. Contact Wendy to register at: www.griefguideconsulting.com Next Workshop is December 6, 2023 - Reimagine Joy: Grieving During the Holidays |
Good Grief Peer Support Group
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM MST Next Meeting: December 13, 2023 True North Yoga, 1512 N. 10th Street, Boise, Idaho Good Grief at True North Yoga is a peer support group that provides a safe and comfortable space for all inclusive discussions related to the journey of grief and loss. Join them for weekly topics, resources of all kinds and community support. The group meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM MST at True North Yoga (1512 N. 10th Street, Boise, Idaho), near Hyde Park. All grievers are welcome to join them and there is no charge to attend! To learn more, visit www.truenorthyoga.co/workshops/ |
Good Grief Boise support group meetings will follow a semi-modified schedule during the autumn & winter months as it
can be a busy time of year. 12/13, Wed: Regularly scheduled Group Gathering at 7:15 PM 12/27, Wed: NO GROUP MEETING in observance of Christmas Week Notice they will be offering one gathering option in November, which is a workshop geared towards feeling supported during the holiday season. They would love to have many of you join them for this special offering and feel supported during a time that sometimes carries a wide array of emotions. All are welcome and a plus-one is included for additional support with registration! Regular meeting will resume schedule, meeting every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month in January 2024! To learn more, visit www.truenorthyoga.co/workshops/ |
Boise Hive Survivors of Suicide (S.O.S.) Group
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:15 - 8:00 PM MST The Boise Hive at 3907 W Custer Drive, Boise, Idaho 83705 The Boise Hive is excited to launch its Survivors of Suicide (S.O.S.) group. This group will focus on helping those who have lost a loved one to suicide find support, closure, and peace. If you have lost someone to suicide, join them on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 6:15 - 8:00 PM MST to see what it's all about at. For additional information, email thrive@boisehive.org or visit www.boisehive.org |
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/
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 |
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.* |
The Grief and Happiness Holiday Journaling Workshop
December 2, 9, 16, 2023, at 8:00 AM HST, 11:00 AM PST, 2:00 PM EST
Holidays provide additional challenges for those dealing with grief and loss. Instead of participating in what could bring holiday joy, grieving people tend to isolate often and cry more. This journaling workshop provides love and support to help you rediscover your holiday joy. By creating unique holiday projects, this workshop will guide you through discovering your happiness while honoring your grief by writing to explore your thoughts and beliefs.
Register for the Event or for more information, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-grief-and-happiness...
The event will be facilitated by Emily Thiroux Threatt Author of The Grief and Happiness Handbook and Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief and the Host of the Grief and Happiness podcast.
Learn more: https://www.griefandhappiness.com/
December 2, 9, 16, 2023, at 8:00 AM HST, 11:00 AM PST, 2:00 PM EST
Holidays provide additional challenges for those dealing with grief and loss. Instead of participating in what could bring holiday joy, grieving people tend to isolate often and cry more. This journaling workshop provides love and support to help you rediscover your holiday joy. By creating unique holiday projects, this workshop will guide you through discovering your happiness while honoring your grief by writing to explore your thoughts and beliefs.
Register for the Event or for more information, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-grief-and-happiness...
The event will be facilitated by Emily Thiroux Threatt Author of The Grief and Happiness Handbook and Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief and the Host of the Grief and Happiness podcast.
Learn more: https://www.griefandhappiness.com/
Grieving Through the Holiday Season
December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT
You are invited to the Grieving Through the Holiday Season gathering with Mira Baistarr. Join the this FREE 4-day event December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AM
to 12:00 PM PT. Recordings of each session will be available and sent out to all participants to review until December 17th. For those experiencing the ache of loss,
the holiday season can be brutal. Give yourself the gift of grieving consciously in community. Find refuge for your broken, lonely, beautiful tender heart.
Register here: https://www.wildheart.space/holidaygrief 🫶🏽
December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT
You are invited to the Grieving Through the Holiday Season gathering with Mira Baistarr. Join the this FREE 4-day event December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AM
to 12:00 PM PT. Recordings of each session will be available and sent out to all participants to review until December 17th. For those experiencing the ache of loss,
the holiday season can be brutal. Give yourself the gift of grieving consciously in community. Find refuge for your broken, lonely, beautiful tender heart.
Register here: https://www.wildheart.space/holidaygrief 🫶🏽
Tree of Remembrance
Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 6:00-8:30 PM Doctor's Hospice of Idaho - 1552 N. Crestmont Dr. Suite B, Meridian, Idaho 83642 Those in the Treasure Valley of Idaho are welcome to join Because Kids Grieve for this year's Tree of Remembrance event on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 6:00-8:30 PM at the Doctor's Hospice of Idaho. Join them for a fun night of making ornaments in remembrance of your loved ones that will be displayed through the month of December. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free to everyone! For details, visit www.becausekidsgrieve.org |
EricsHouse Healing Holiday Virtual Gathering
Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM AZ Time Adults who lost a sibling are often called “the Forgotten Mourners.” Unique emotional complexities along with the relationships and grief of other family members can overshadow the grief of siblings. There is a need for support so siblings have a safe space to share their feelings in response to loss. Join EricsHouse for their Healing Holiday Virtual Gathering for a 90-minute social gathering and workshop on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM AZ Time. The event is designed to support adult sibling loss survivors and offer the opportunity for bereaved individuals grieving the loss of a sibling to suicide or substance use to connect to share about their loved one and learn some healing grief modalities. The session will also open up to the group to offer any personal suggestions about what they might benefit from to promote healing after loss. Pre-registration is required. For more information, email madison@ericshouse.org. |
The Longest Night / Blue Christmas Services
The constant refrains we see about the holiday season's happiness, and getting together with family and friends, remind many people of what they have lost.
So often, the glow of Christmas lights, holiday cheer, and Advent candles can feel unreachable to those surrounded by loss or grief. The death of a loved one can
make us feel alone amid the celebration and joy. We need the space and time to acknowledge our sadness; we need to know that we are not alone. If you haven't heard of it before, Blue Christmas is sometimes called The Longest Night in the Western Christian tradition. This service is traditionally held on or near the longest night of the year, December 21st, the Winter Solstice. It honors people who have lost loved ones and are experiencing grief or loss of any kind. Usually, it includes opportunities for expressing grief, pain, and lament, as well as a chance to focus on the promise of hope. This service is not intended to be a healing service, but an acknowledgment of the hole grief leaves in one's heart while simultaneously remembering that we worship a God who is with us, even in the darkest of times.
Cathedral of the Rockies - December 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM MT at 717 N. 11th St. Boise, ID 83702
https://www.cathedraloftherockies.org/events/longest-night/
College Church of the Nazarene - December 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM MT at 504 East Dewey Ave., Nampa, ID 83686
https://nampacollegechurch.com/christmasatcollegechurch
Tree City Church - December 21, 2023, at 7:00 PM MT at 3852 N. Eagle Rd., Boise, ID 83713
https://treecitychurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1503744
The constant refrains we see about the holiday season's happiness, and getting together with family and friends, remind many people of what they have lost.
So often, the glow of Christmas lights, holiday cheer, and Advent candles can feel unreachable to those surrounded by loss or grief. The death of a loved one can
make us feel alone amid the celebration and joy. We need the space and time to acknowledge our sadness; we need to know that we are not alone. If you haven't heard of it before, Blue Christmas is sometimes called The Longest Night in the Western Christian tradition. This service is traditionally held on or near the longest night of the year, December 21st, the Winter Solstice. It honors people who have lost loved ones and are experiencing grief or loss of any kind. Usually, it includes opportunities for expressing grief, pain, and lament, as well as a chance to focus on the promise of hope. This service is not intended to be a healing service, but an acknowledgment of the hole grief leaves in one's heart while simultaneously remembering that we worship a God who is with us, even in the darkest of times.
Cathedral of the Rockies - December 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM MT at 717 N. 11th St. Boise, ID 83702
https://www.cathedraloftherockies.org/events/longest-night/
College Church of the Nazarene - December 21, 2023, at 6:00 PM MT at 504 East Dewey Ave., Nampa, ID 83686
https://nampacollegechurch.com/christmasatcollegechurch
Tree City Church - December 21, 2023, at 7:00 PM MT at 3852 N. Eagle Rd., Boise, ID 83713
https://treecitychurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1503744
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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 988.
For any type of crisis situation you can text CONNECT to 741741 to chat with a Crisis Text Line counselor.
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