SUMC to host GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays

submitted by Pastor Peter Harris, Sharon United Methodist Church

GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. The seminar is four consecutive weeks and will be held October 28, November 4, 11, and 18 at 7 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church fellowship hall. The cost is $20 to cover all books and materials needed. Limited scholarships are available upon request.

The seminar features practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death. Topics to be discussed include dealing with hard-hitting emotions, what to do about traditions, how to survive social events, and where to find comfort and strength.

Those who attend will receive a Survival Guide filled with practical tips, encouraging words, journaling ideas, and exercises for daily help through the holiday season.

To sign up please click on our website, www.sharonumchurch.org, or for more information, call Sharon United Methodists Church office at 734-428-0996 or email Michelle McCalla at eventsatsumc@gmail.com.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.