While grief is a universal part of life, people may not always feel that they have the capacity or resources to cope well with it—and ministers, whether lay or ordained, often feel ill-equipped to walk with others navigating it. How might people of faith cultivate and strengthen resources to respond to and cope with grief? In this three-part series, we will look at the interrelated dimensions of grief, resilience, and a Christian worldview. We will consider some possible sources and contours of grief today, explore aspects of coping with grief, and highlight some specific means of cultivating resilience that may aid in coping with grief. These themes will be addressed through an explicit Christian lens, and we will seek to integrate our learning and experience with ministerial commitments and pastoral practice. This three-part series will provide opportunities for continuing education, personal reflection, and conversation.

 

Please note that this sereis does not provide training or certification in any sort of grief counseling, nor is it designed as a grief support group. Rather, the focus throughout will be integrative learning to enhance professional development and minsterial practice.

 

Participants must be comfortable using technology, as this course is hosted online though the course site (Moodle) and Zoom meetings.