Grief over a Death 
NOTE: This class begins at immediately after worship, at 6:45 p.m.

The loss of a family member or friend can be devastating. A person experiencing deep sorrow needs to be listened to, validated, and encouraged. Our Grief and Loss support group is a safe place for people to share their grief in losing a loved one, with a Christ-centered approach. 

Is this an area of your life that you could use some support? Take the test below to see if this group is just the support you are looking for.

Book that we are currently using: 
Grief Share: Your Journey from Mourning to Joy
Author: GriefShare Ministries 

Books are usually available for purchase after both large and small group teachings at the Book Counter. 

Resources: 
For immediate help:

· Find a counselor or a Recovery group to be a part of.
· Intervention: When you’ve tried everything, but your loved one who needs help won’t accept it, consider seeking help from a trained professional.
· If someone if your family is violent, threatening to become violent, suicidal or acting in ways that are out-of-control, call 911. For chronic problems, call your doctor or social services.

Organizations
· Recovery at Emmanuel Christian Center. Meetings occur Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Meal provided and childcare available through fifth grade. (Donations encouraged for both.) For more information call 763-784-7777 or online at www.emmanuelcc.org/recovery.

Suicide Prevention Programs
American Association of Suicidology
4201 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 408
Washington, DC 20008
Phone: (202) 237-2282
Website: www.suicidology.org

Books to give you more insight

• Carlson, Dwight. When Life Isn’t Fair, Harvest House 1989
• Wright, Norman H. Recovering From The Losses of Life, Fleming H. Revell, 1993
• Bloom, Lois A. Mourning After Suicide, Pilgrim Press, 1986
• Highly Suggested: (Google – Recommended Books on Grief & Loss) You will find an extensive list of the latest books relevant to your experience of loss.