The Many Faces of Grief Posted on July 02, 2018 As soon as we say or hear the word grief the first thing that generally comes to mind is death. But there is more to grief than death; we are human beings so we grieve “the things that are part of our lives, or that are not part of our lives.” In the couple of years that I have been facilitating grief groups for those who ... Read More
From Darkness to Light Posted on April 02, 2018 By: The Rev. Maureen Doherty, Continuous Care Coordinator When the clocks are turned back in November the groans from those grieving can be heard across the lands! As we gather at the support group table, almost every person comments on the long darkness of winter ahead. Since each person already feels that they are walking in darkness, the journey... Read More
The ‘After the First Year of Grief’ Myth Posted on January 09, 2018 For the last 18 months it has been a gift for me to gather with individuals who come to be with others who have lost a loved one. The group changes, people come and participate for as long as they find it a good place to be; they come to be with people and to share with others who truly understand what the journey of life after death of a loved one... Read More
Healthy Steps for Yourself While Grieving Posted on December 04, 2017 After the loss of a loved one, it is often difficult to move forward. There are so many things to do: people and organizations to notify, paperwork to complete, possessions to move or sell and the list goes on from there. Often, we neglect to do the most important thing, taking care of ourselves. We must remember to take care of ourselv... Read More
A Place at the Table Posted on September 14, 2017 A Place at the Table By: The Rev. Maureen Doherty, Continuous Care Coordinator · “Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. And the Pharisees and the Scribes were grumbling and saying, this fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” (Luke 15: 1-2) · “One of the Phari... Read More