Nancy Guthrie and her husband, David, minister to grieving people through their Respite Retreats – developed for couples who have faced the death of a child. They also serve as hosts for the video curriculum used in GriefShare groups that bring grieving people together in 8,500 churches around the country. The Guthries live in Nashville, Tenn., and have one son.
For families who’ve lost someone they love, the holidays can seem more like something to survive than to enjoy. We need a plan to help us get through what can be a very difficult time of year.
Sharing your loss and honoring your loved one through holiday communication might be the perfect way to bring some joy back into the season.
When you’re grieving the loss of someone who isn’t at the table, traditional holiday family events can be especially hard. Perhaps this is the year to do something different.
While your family’s holiday seasons likely will be sprinkled with occasional pain, these times can also be an opportunity to discover God in brand new ways.
This may be the holiday season to do what brings you comfort. Choose to be around people you can count on to understand your sorrow, people who offer the support you need to get through the season.
