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<a href="index.html"> <img id="in_header_40" src="images/in-header_40.gif" width="64" height="26" border="0" alt="" /></a></td> </tr> </table> <!-- End ImageReady Slices --></TD></TR><TR><TD><img src="griefshare.gif"></TD></TR><TR><TD><TABLE><TR><TD width=400 valign="top"> <blockquote> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263"><B><I>It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you've lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you've probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.<BR><BR> That's the reason for GriefShare, a special seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.</I></B></FONT><BR><BR>

<FONT SIZE="4" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">How GriefShare works</FONT></a><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe"> <p>Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects. These videos also include on-location settings and the real-life stories of people who have experienced losses like yours. <p>After viewing the video, you'll participate in a small group discussion about what you¼ve seen. You¼ll also have the opportunity to interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, learn about their experiences and have the opportunity to share your own. <p>GriefShare is a nondenominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. <BR><BR> </TD><TD width=400 align="left"><FONT SIZE="4" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">GriefShare sessions</FONT><BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 1- When Your Dreams Fall Apart</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">An overview of the GriefShare program; the first steps to understanding your grief and the losses that accompany it; sharing your hurt with others.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 2- Seasons of Grief</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">What to expect during your "season" of grief; how grief can ambush you; how men and women respond differently to grief issues.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 3- Emotions of Grief (1)</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Facing the flood of emotions that accompany grief; examining shock, anger, denial, blame and regret; feeling out of control and helpless; avoiding self-destructive solutions to easing the pain.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 4- Emotions of Grief (2)</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Avoiding emotional ruts; avoiding traps of self-pity, fear of the future and bitterness; discovering the freedom of forgiveness.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 5- When Your Spouse Dies</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Why the death of a spouse is unique and an especially deep loss; how to respond when you feel like you've "lost your identity"; how to deal with feelings that you will "never feel normal again"; discovering how the Lord can fill the gap left by your mate's death.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 6- Your Family and Grief</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Coping with the loss of a child or parent; the stresses such a death can bring to a family; coping with suicide; how to help children grieve.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 7- Where Is God?</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Why did God allow this death to happen? What do you do with unanswerable questions? How to trust God and grow closer to Him even when you don't have all the answers.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 8- Your Greatest Resource</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">How to draw upon your relationship with Christ for strength as you face grief; how to find Christ if you've never known Him; how He can guide and comfort you through this difficult time in a way nobody else can.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 9- Stuck in Grief or Moving On?</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Understanding false guilt; identifying hidden grief; confronting actions and attitudes that cause you to become "stuck"; steps you can take to move forward through the grieving process.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 10- Growing Through Grief</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Becoming "bitter or better" through your grief experience; experiencing unparalleled spiritual growth; reaching out to others to help them in their time of grief.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 11- Grief Recovery Tool Kit</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Claiming God's joy and hope for the future in your life; using practical tools such as a journal, conversations with friends, helping others, prayer, Bible study and praise to assist you in recovering from your grief.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 12- God¼s Spiritual Hospital</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">How the church can serve as "extended family" and assist you in the healing process; how to use your own experiences in ministry to others.<BR><BR> <FONT SIZE="2" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe" color="0A4263">SESSION 13- Longing for Heaven</FONT><BR> <FONT SIZE="1" FACE="Arial, Helvetica, Universe">Can a person really recover from the hurt and pain that comes during the grieving process? Will there ever be a time when all sorrow and pain are gone forever? Discover how one day the Lord will wipe away every tear and there will be no more sorrow or pain.<BR><BR></TD></TR></TABLE></TD></TR></TABLE> </body> </html>