We are honored to share several ministries that are close to our hearts—each offering unique support, resources, and community for those navigating the journey of loss. We encourage you to explore what these ministries have to offer.

  • While We’re Waiting

    The While We’re Waiting ministry offers weekend retreats for grieving parents, at no cost, local support groups, a podcast, and a private Facebook community.

    WhileWereWaiting.org

  • P23 Retreat

    P23 Retreat offers personal retreats for grieving parents at no cost.

    P23retreat.org

  • The Ilona Foundation

    The Ilona Foundation offers resources, support, special events, and financial help for counseling services for grieving parents.

    TheIlonaFoundation.org

  • Heartache & Hope

    Heartache & Hope offers local retreats and a very popular daily blog, The Life I Didn’t Choose, that has been a blessing to thousands of grieving parents.

    HeartacheandHope.org

  • Bridget's Cradles

    Bridget’s Cradles is a beautiful ministry to families who have experienced the loss of a baby in the womb.

    BridgetsCradles.org

Helpful Books

Until Then: Stories of Loss and Hope
Written by thirteen bereaved parents, those who are grieving the loss of a child will find comfort and hope. Those who have not lost a child will glean insights into how to better help those who are grieving.

A Grief Observed by C. S. Lewis
This book doesn’t take long to read, but will profoundly touch your heart and mind. Lewis eloquently and honestly puts on paper what we all are feeling and thinking when we lose someone dear to us. This is an incredibly helpful read.

A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows Through Loss by Jerry Stittser
Jerry Sittser’s journey through the loss of his wife, mother, and daughter as the result of being hit by a drunk driver resonates with anyone who has lost someone. Like C. S. Lewis, Sittser asks himself difficult questions and his doubts, fears, failures, pain, hopes, and trust will comfort and challenge your soul. This is one of our favorites.

Grieving a Suicide by Albert Hsu

When Your Family’s Lost a Loved One by Nancy Guthrie

Hope is the First Dose by Dr. Lee Warren

Hearing Jesus Speak Into Your Sorrow by Nancy Guthrie

Suffering by Paul David Tripp

Suffering Is Never For Nothing by Elisabeth Elliott

A Path Through Suffering:  Discovering the Relationship Between God’s Mercy and Our Pain by Elisabeth Elliot

Seasons of Sorrow by Tim Challies

Where is God When It Hurts by Phillip Yancey

Hope for Hurting Hearts by Greg Laurie

Missing the Child You Love by H. Norman Wright

Grieving the Loss of a Loved One by H. Norman Wright

Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstoff

Choosing to SEE:  A Journey of Struggle and Hope by Mary Beth Chapman

The Moon Is Round: A True Story of Extraordinary Loss, Grief, and the Fight for Faith by Molly Huffman

Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vrogrop