Benefits of True Mourning

July 25, 2019

Life situations hit us all in distinct ways and grief is no different. Some...

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Tasks of Mourning

July 18, 2019

by Julia Rajtar, M.A.P.S., BCC A grief group participant was lamenting the death of...

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Letting Belongings Go After a Death

July 11, 2019

The day she left us her room was organized nicely with only a few...

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Grief Camps

June 20, 2019

by Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC Years ago, I attended a volleyball camp. ...

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Making Ends Meet When a Spouse Dies

June 13, 2019

When a spouse dies it is devastating. Anyone who has dealt with the death...

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When Someone Dies Unexpectedly

June 6, 2019

Death doesn’t always come after a long wait. Death can be abrupt, untimely and unexpected. When this is the case, those left behind are often left with many questions and a lot of grief. Do you find yourself in this situation? Unfortunately...

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A Time of Hope – Spring and Easter

April 18, 2019

After a loved one dies, we seek consolation from the pain of their absence. One of the ways the bereaved find meaning out of the death is through the lens of faith. Many have said “my faith teaches me that one day we will be together again in...

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Quick Guide to Saying Thank You After Your Loss

April 11, 2019

For many, the etiquette of sending thank you cards has been lost. When you’re mourning the loss of a loved one, getting these trivial things done can seem like a burden. Whether you choose to send thank you cards out within the first few weeks or...

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