This six-week study uses Jerry Stittser’s book, A Grace Disguised, to take a look at suffering. Stittser lost his wife, daughter, and mother in a car accident, so when he writes, his grief, struggles, questions, and insights resonate with bereaved parents.

Enjoy spending time with other parents who are walking the journey of child loss and find comfort and be challenged by our time together.

Facilitator: Emily Matuza

Schedule:

(Six weeks; Monday evenings; begins January 13 — 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m. Eastern Time)

1. Register here.

2. Order a copy of the book. (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library) Here is the newest version of the book, but any of them will be fine.

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on January 13!

Many bereaved parents aren’t aware of the incredible blessing of lament. Using the book, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy : Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop, as a guide, we will explore the biblical prayer language that equips believers to talk to God about their deepest sorrow.

This study will encourage and challenge you, and the time with other bereaved parents will be well-spent. We hope you’ll consider joining us!

REGISTER

Facilitators: Josh & Nicole Kingsbury

Schedule:

(Six weeks; Tuesday evenings; Begins January 14 (7:30 p.m. — 8:45 p.m. ET)

Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 11, 18, 25

1. Register here.

2. Obtain a copy of Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop on Amazon, Ebay, or your local library.

This eight-week book study focuses on the grief of child loss and the comfort found in Christ. Through Scripture, the group will examine the biblical theology of suffering, its purpose, and the changes that it can make in someone’s life.

Come and enjoy the fellowship with other parents while considering how suffering and grief can shape you into someone with a more intimate relationship with God.

Book: Lessons from a Broken Heart: Finding Peace Amid Grief, by Dr. Gary and Laura House

(A PDF of the book will be supplied.)

Facilitators: Gary and Laura House

Schedule:

(Eight weeks; Thursday evenings; begins February 13; 7:30 p.m. — 8:45 p.m. ET

1. Register here.

2. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on February 13!

3. All materials provided.

In this class we will study the basic principles of hermeneutics which will equip you with tools to study the Bible. We will look at how to interpret biblical passages in their historical, cultural, grammatical, and theological context. Looking at some of the familiar passages that bring comfort to bereaved parents, you'll find that understanding basic principles will make scripture come alive in a way you might not have experienced before.

Schedule: 8 weeks, starting Monday, February 24, 2025

Facilitator: Ernie Richards

This six-week study uses Vaneetha Risner’s book, Desperate for Hope: Questions We Ask God in Suffering, Loss, and Longing, to take a look at loss and grief. In this 7-week study, Vaneetha discusses the difficult questions we ask when experiencing child loss.

Enjoy spending time with other parents who are walking the journey of child loss. Find comfort and be challenged by our time together.

Facilitators: Bob & Sharon Glazebrook and Blake & Jennifer Mullinax

Schedule:

(Seven weeks; Tuesday evenings; begins March 4 — 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Eastern Time)

1. Register here.

2. Order a copy of the book. (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library). After purchasing a book, you will have video access to view Vaneetha’s weekly messages.

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on March 4th!

Join other bereaved parents for a five-week study of C. S. Lewis’ classic book on grief, A Grief Observed. The book only contains four chapters, but each of them relates deeply to child loss. We believe you’ll be encouraged and find comfort from the insights and conversation.

Facilitated by Melanie DeSimone

Schedule:

(Five weeks; Thursday afternoons; begins May 15 — 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time)

1. Register.

2. Order a copy of the book, A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library)

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on May 15!

During this six week summer morning gathering, we will work through the first five weeks of this devotional book where Nancy invites us to examine our hearts that are deeply acquainted with suffering. We believe you’ll be encouraged and find comfort as we share with one another what we are learning from our daily encounters with her reflections. 

Facilitator: Karen McGrath

Schedule: 

(Six weeks; Saturday mornings; begins June 21 — 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. ET)

          1.  Register.

          2. Order a copy of the book, One Year Book of Hope  by Nancy Guthrie (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library) and read the introduction before our first meeting. 

          3.  Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join us on June 21.

This six week study uses Nancy Guthrie’s book, Hearing Jesus Speak into Your Sorrow, to examine our earthly suffering.

Enjoy spending time with other parents who are walking the journey of child loss and find comfort and be challenged by our time together.

Schedule:

(Six weeks; Monday evenings; begins July 14 — 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m. ET)

1. Register here.

2. Order a copy of the book. (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library)

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on July 14!

This six-week study uses Mark Vroegop’s book, Waiting Isn’t a Waste, to explore the concept of “waiting” and what it means to trust God. As we experience the devastation of child loss, there are so many questions that we want answered. Vroegop challenges us to lean on Jesus for comfort as we navigate the difficulties and uncertainties of life.

Schedule:

(Six weeks; Monday evenings; begins Monday, September 8 — 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m. Eastern Time)

1. Register here.

2. Order a copy of the book. (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library)

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on September 8!

This six-week study of A Sacred Sorrow: Reaching Out to God in the Lost Language of Lament, by Michael Card, studies the gift of lament. Examining biblical examples of lament, you’ll find a freedom in understanding how you can go to the Lord with your pain and sorrow.

Schedule:

(Six weeks; Monday evenings; begins Thursday, September 11 — 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m. Eastern Time)

1. Register here.

2. Order a copy of the book. (Amazon, Ebay (used), or your library)

3. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on September 11! to explore the concept of “waiting” and what it means to trust God. As we experience the devastation of child loss, there are so many questions that we want answered. Vroegop challenges us to lean on Jesus for comfort as we navigate the difficulties and uncertainties of life.