Faith & Grief Podcast

We catch up with our previous guest, Lindsey Whissel Fenton, on her most recent projects, Learning Grief, an online educational resource and Follow the Nudge, a mobile app that helps grief supporters align their actions with their intent. Lindsey is a sought-after speaker, filmmaker and producer of the award-winning PBS documentary, ⁠Speaking Grief⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We speak with Joyal Mulheron, Founder of Evermore.org, which works to advance social changes for bereaved people. Joyal shares her own story of grief after the death of her daughter and in her grief quickly recognized the lack of policies and resources for the bereaved both at the local level and national level. Joyal Mulheron is a Washington, DC, public policy expert with more than twenty-five years of service to the nation's governors, The White House, and nonprofit organizations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with writer, Rachel Jones on her book Grief on the Frontlines. She shares the stories of everyday healthcare heroes and the trauma and intense grief they endure. The book offers a glimpse into the educational programs, retreats, therapeutic offerings, and peer support networks already building a hopeful new culture of medicine that cares for its own. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with award-winning writer and podcaster, Clarissa Moll. Clarissa's debut book, ⁠Beyond the Darkness: A Gentle Guide for Living with Grief and Thriving After Loss⁠, is a best-selling book about what she has learned on her grief journey after the death of her husband, Rob Moll. She has also cohosted Christianity Today's “Surprised by Grief” podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Leanne Friesen about her new book Grieving Room. In the book, she shares her grief journey after the death of her sister. The book also highlighted her wonderful grief education Instagram channel @grieving.room, where she shares her thoughts on grief. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Jen Simonic & Masey Kaplan, co-founders of the Loose Ends Project. They took an idea about how to help loved ones finish fiber art projects left behind by their deceased loved ones and started a movement. Over 20,000 knitters, crafters, and makers have joined their cause as "finishers". And now with a new collaboration with Joann Fabric and Craft Stores even more good will be made. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Lauren Flake, artist, author, and creator of @LoveofDixie on Instagram, where she shares her experience caring for and grieving her mother, Dixie, who died due to Alzheimer's. Lauren has written three books, including two children's books, Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go? and Where Did My Sweet Grandpa Go? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We sit down with Melissa Lunardini, Head of Clinical at Help Texts. We discuss their platform for supporting grief and how technology can be a supportive tool when grieving. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

A conversation with Randi Pearlman Wolfson, founder/writer at Grief & Grits on Facebook and her channel on Instagram. We talk about her children's book, Eddie's Brave Journey, and how her own experiences with grief as a child influenced her work. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

Jenny Lisk, author & podcast host, joins us again to discuss her book Widowed Parents Unite and her new venture, the Widowed Parent Institute. For this book, Jenny enlisted 48 contributors to share heart-felt wisdom with others who have become widowed parents. The ⁠Widowed Parent Institute⁠ provides a platform for resources and support through this book. Jenny hosts the Widowed Parent Podcast and is the author of Future Widow. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We had such an amazing conversation, with ⁠⁠author and therapist, Meghan Riordan Jarvis⁠⁠, and we wanted to share it all. This is part 2 of a two-part conversation about her new book ⁠End of the Hour, Mental Health, and the FX show The Bear. Meghan also hosts the ⁠Grief is My Side Hustle⁠ podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

This is the first of a two-part conversation with author and therapist, Meghan Riordan Jarvis about her new book End of the Hour, a memoir about her grief that led to her own mental health crisis. The book is a raw, heartfelt look at loss. Meghan also hosts the Grief is My Side Hustle podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

A conversation with Fran Shelton, Author, Faith & Grief Co-Founder, and Spiritual Director, about her latest book The Spirituality of Grief. We talk about the spiritual practices highlighted in the book and how her grief journey helped to create these tools for those who grieve. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

A conversation with Ann Jacobus, young adult author and suicide prevention advocate, about her latest book, The Coldest Winter I Ever Spent. The book tells the story of a young person recovering from their own mental health challenges, only to be thrown into caregiving for an aunt with a terminal cancer diagnosis. We talk about suicide prevention, mental health, and grief. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

A conversation with the https://dallasvoice.com/ columnist, David Taffet, about his grief journey after the death of his beloved husband. We talk about his career and his advocacy work. And we discuss the importance of finding grief support that speaks to your experience. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Jody La Voie, founder of Widows in the Workplace. We discuss her rapid transformation after the murder of her husband, becoming a widow, parenting grieving kids, and becoming CEO of their technology company. We discuss the need for more awareness from employers of the effect of grief on their employees and the bottom line. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

A conversation with Lisa Price & Christine Boehm, co-founders of bereavedtogether.org, about their BRAVE Moms Retreat for Bereaved Mother's Day, May 4-7, 2023. We discuss their grief stories, the importance of grieving together through grief support programs, and how they created this Bereaved Mothers' Day event. We also discussed the upcoming fundraising race they are hosting on June 3rd. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

We talk with author Dina Gachman about her grief journey after the death of her mom and younger sister, which she writes beautifully about in her new book, So Sorry for Your Loss. Her book analyzes grief through humorous stories and shares her real-life pain and emotions. Dina gives us thoughts on how to remember our loved ones, process our grief, and where to find healing in the process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithandgrief/support

In conversation with Vince Montague, whose new book, Cracked Pot, tells his story of finding meaning after the death of his wife in a tragic car accident. After weeks of loneliness and despair, Vince begins to explore his wife's pottery studio in the wild hills of Northern California, teaching himself to mix clay, throw a pot, fire a kiln, trim, and glaze. Just as his grief is ebbing and his future in clay looks bright, a wildfire advances upon his studio and threatens to destroy everything he has created. We talk about loss, kintsugi, and making art support healing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with author, photographer, and philanthropist, Jo Hopper. We talk about her extraordinary story of grief, loss, and the probate nightmare she experience after the death of her beloved husband Max. Max died without a will and Jo was left to pick up the pieces. Since Max's children from his first marriage are inheriting his estate, Jo allows JPMorgan Chase Bank into what's left of her life. As one of the world's largest banks, the bank promises Jo they are experienced pros—trustworthy fiduciaries—who won't even charge her a cent. What could go wrong with big money at stake? We talk about what goes wrong and her book, Rest in Peace; Robbed in Probate which tells the story of her incredible journey. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Lisa McNair has witnessed how tragedy and grief affect a family and a community growing up in Birmingham, AL. Lisa's new memoir, Dear Denise: Letters to the Sister I Never Knew, tells the story of growing up after the death of sister Denise. Denise was murdered, along with Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, and Addie Mae Collins, in the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in 1963. Lisa's life was one of learning who she was in her own family and the world around her. She tells her story to Denise through letter throughout her life. Join us for the conversation about love, grief and living in the midst of change. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We sit down and talk with Kate J. Meyer about her work as a counselor, pastor, and author. We discuss her latest book; Faith Doesn't Erase Grief. In the book, Kate blends up-to-date grief psychology, biblical accounts, and everyday experience. She introduces easily understandable phases of Early Grief, Middle Grief, and Lasting Grief and provides a framework for grievers to build a personalized toolkit to navigate each step. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Erica Michelle, founder, and CEO of Sisters in Loss. Erica started this company after her own experience with pregnancy loss and seeing there weren't really spaces or resources for women, especially women of color, to support them as they grieve and recover. She loves encouraging those who have experienced a Miscarriage, Infant Loss, or Infertility. Providing support through storytelling and empowering them to tell their stories to inspire others. She shares Grief & Pregnancy Loss stories each week on the Sisters in Loss Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Join us for our conversation with author Rochelle Weinstein about her book, When We Let Go. The book tells the story of an unlikely relationship that develops after loss and through grief. Rochelle shares her grief journey as she has grieved her mother and how it has influenced her writing. She began writing after a successful entertainment promotion career. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Joi Renique about the Celebrate Legacy, their upcoming virtual retreat Gone Too Soon, September 19th - 23rd, and the importance of capturing our stories in grief. Celebrate Legacy is a network that encourages documenting your life's story in a fun & interactive way, with all the support you need to be successful. From participating in a writing challenge to full-blown writing a memoir. Learn more at Celebrate Legacy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Dean Lambert, Executive Manager of the Love Always Project, and Jon Lefrandt of the Domani Group about this new movement launched by Homestead Life. The Love Always Project is a grassroots movement created to encourage people to preplan and pay for their funeral as the ultimate act of love for those they will leave behind. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

With school starting for many right now, we would look at books to help adults talk to children and teens about death and grief. First up, we talk with Sherrie Barch, author, speaker, and CEO of two Forbes' ranked top executive search firms and a leadership consulting company. She wrote Heaven's Bell to create a safe space for families to have a conversation about death and dying naturally and productively. Though the characters in the book fit the YA book genre, Heaven's Bell is a story that can be shared with most age groups. Sherrie has also released The Ring To Remember journal, the newest addition to the emotional safe space originally created by the Heaven's Bell book. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Samantha Ruth experienced the death of her husband, which sent her on a journey to find healing in grief. She realized her grief was her own, and she would need to make it her own. She is a psychologist and a writer and created her Griefhab program, a concierge service for those who are grieving. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Marisa Renee Lee about her new book, Grief is Love: Living with Loss which tells her story grief story after the death of her mother as a young adult and pregnancy loss. Marisa Renee Lee is a new mom, CEO of Beacon Advisors, co-founder of Supportal, and founder of The Pink Agenda committed to raising money for breast cancer research and care and awareness of the disease among young professionals. Supportal is a platform that makes it easy for people to respond when someone they care about is faced with a life-changing challenge. Marisa gets grief and the book is a love letter to her mom and a gift to those who are grieving. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect on their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Gallup Clifton Strengths Consultant and author, Rosanne Liesveld about her grief journey after the death of her husband, Curt, and how an honest Facebook Post about becoming a widow led to the book The Collision of Grief and Gratitude. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Crystal Webster, Creator of SharingSolace.com, a company focused on helping others remember their loved ones and support those who are grieving. After the death of her daughter, Madelyn Elizabeth, Crystal searched for a way to find purpose in her grief. She started SharingSolace.com as part of her journey. She wanted a way to support those who are grieving and help them remember their loved ones. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with David James, co-founder of The Peyton Heart Project, about suicide prevention, challenges in the school systems, and finding purpose. David and other volunteers started The Peyton Heart project to remember David's son Peyton, who died by suicide, and to offer words of hope to those who find the hearts. The hearts are left in places worldwide in hopes that those who find them are encouraged. They also are a suicide prevention tool, as the notes attached also provide the finder with Suicide prevention hotline numbers and other resources. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's views. The guest's views do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Autumn Toelle Jackson, about her grief journey after the death of her husband and later her there month old daughter. In her book, Boldy Into the Darkness, she writes about how she survived these unimaginable deaths, Her book is our February book club selection. Autumn also started the website growingingrief.com to provide other grievers resources and support. Her book is available through her website and where you purchase your favorite books. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We sit down and talk with Amanda Held Opelt about her upcoming book, A Hole in the World: Finding Hope in Rituals of Grief and Mourning coming out in July 2022. When Amanda suffered a season of loss—including three miscarriages and the death of her grandmother and culminating in the unexpected death of her sister, New York Times bestselling writer Rachel Held Evans—she was confronted with sorrow she didn't know how to face. We talk about her grief journey through these many losses, in her upcoming book where she explores the wisdom in rituals that past generations and other cultures embraced as a way to process grief and what grieving right now is like for her and so many others. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with educator and author, Mallory McDuff about her latest book, Our Last Best Act: Planning for the End of Our Lives to Protect the People and Places We Love and her own grief journey. After the deaths of both her parents, Mallory realized how helpful it was to know what they wanted when they died. Mallory spoke with experts and researched best practices for end of life planning. She offers ideas and alternatives that can support those who love us as they deal with practical side of death with focus on how best to lessen the impact of these decisions on the earth. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We sit down with five of the thirteen writers, from the Farther Along writing group, all bereaved mothers, who have been writing together for almost 20 years. Julie Hester, Carol Henderson, Kelly Sechrist, Kay Windsor, Beverly Burton join us to talk about the writing process, the book, Farther Along: The Writing Journey of Thirteen Bereaved Mothers, and most importantly the family they have created through the group, The book and the group's story inspires others to seek community in grief. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We interview Steve Leder about his best selling book, The Beauty of What Remains As Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles, Steve has counseled grieving families for over 30 years, yet the death of his father gave him a new perspective on grief. We talk about grief during the pandemic, his own grief experiences as a rabbi and what was different as a grieving son. You will appreciated Steve's transparency in telling his own grief story and willingness to talk about the challenges we all face. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Faith & Grief is commemorating our 10th Anniversary as a grief support nonprofit. So, we sat down and talked with the three co-founders of Faith & Grief, Sharon Balch, Wendy Fenn, and Fran Shelton. We discussed the history, programs, and the compassionate vision they shepherded. We talk about the 10th Anniversary events, like the River of Time art installation at the Crow Museum for Asian Art in Dallas on display through the end of November and the upcoming signature event, The Faith & Grief Memorial Arch in Dallas opening November 27th, 2021. Thank you to all who have supported Faith & Grief and this podcast, your support offers those who are grieving opportunities for comfort & hope on their grief journey. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with The Widowed Parent Podcast host and author, Jenny Lisk about parenting grieving children, grief during the pandemic, and her new book, Future Widow. Jenny shares an intimate look into her own grief journey and experiences after the death of her husband, Dennis. In the book, she shares honestly how she learned to parent grieving children and about her challenges in parenting her grieving children. She recognizes her mission is now is to support grieving parents and their grieving children. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with speaker and host of the Resilient Heart Podcast, Beverly Shoemaker. Having faced serious trauma in her own life, Beverly is no stranger to adversity. After losing a husband to suicide and her son in a drunk driving crash, she wanted to give up. She battled depression and discouragement, loneliness and pain, yet she persevered and ultimately found hope. Now she seeks to share that hope with others. Join us as we discuss how her faith helped build her resiliency as she grieves. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We sit down for a conversation with Alan Pesky, Social Entrepreneur, Author & Co-founder of the Lee Pesky Learning Center. We discuss his book More to Life Than More and how he found meaning after the loss of his beloved son Lee. More to Life Than More is a memoir of misunderstanding, loss, and learning. After Lee's death, Alan's conception of more crumbles. He launches himself into keeping Lee's memory alive by helping kids in a way he wasn't able to help his son. In 25 years, LPLC has benefited more than 100,000 children and has become a national force for early childhood literacy. And for Alan, it has meant getting to know the son he had misunderstood and lost. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We welcome artist and creative director of Superdoodlegirl.com, Roxanne Glaser. Roxanne is a self taught artist who also teaches yoga and coaches others in wellness and healing. In our conversation, she shares how her art and her faith supported her healing in her own grief journey after the death of her husband and then recently the death of her sister. Roxanne has created several books and a journal for grief. She also will be hosting Simple, Creative Tools for Healing workshop for us in November, register here. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Part 2 - Music Therapists, Jennefer Dixon & Kathleen Montes from Faith Presbyterian Hospice are our guests for two episodes of the podcast. We talk about music therapy in the hospice setting, what hospice are provides and the impact music has at the end of someone's life. Join us for both episodes where Jennefer and Kathleen share their musical talent and their stories of hope. Thanks for Faith Presbyterian Hospice & ForeFront Living for sharing their talented staff. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

Part 1 - Music Therapists, Jennefer Dixon & Kathleen Montes from Faith Presbyterian Hospice are our guests for two episodes of the podcast. We talk about music therapy in the hospice setting, what hospice are provides and the impact music has at the end of someone's life. Join us for both episodes where Jennefer and Kathleen share their musical talent and their stories of hope. Thanks for Faith Presbyterian Hospice & ForeFront Living for sharing their talented staff. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, we talk with Terry Bentley Hill about her mental health advocacy work and her project StopMindingYourOwnBusiness.org. Terry shares her powerful story with grief as a suicide loss survivor. She has experienced the death by suicide of her daughter and her first husband. As a an attorney and a staunch advocate for the rights of others, particularly those suffering from mental illness, Terry devotes a lot of her time and resources to raising awareness for mental health conditions and treatment. You are not alone - If you are having thoughts of suicide, a mental health professional can help. If you are currently in a state of distress, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741). Both services are free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We sit down with Tyra Damm to discuss grief, the pandemic and finding ways to remember your loved ones. Tyra is a columnist with the Dallas Morning News and an educator, currently teaching 7th Grade Gifted and Talented Language Arts. We talk about her grief journey after the death of her husband in 2009 and walking that journey as a mother and a writer. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Lindsey Encinias, suicide loss survivor & suicide prevention advocate about loss, sobriety, and grieving during the pandemic. Lindsey has experienced the death of her father and her aunt by suicide. She has also begun her walk-in recovery during the pandemic which she wrote about in an article for The Grit & Grace Project. We talk about how loss affects all of you. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Sara Cobb, founder of mygriefconnection.org, a portal for finding grief resources online and in your community. Sara started her website in 2019 after her own frustrating search for grief resources online. Again, she was grieving the loss of a brother; both of her older brothers died over 40 years apart, one in an accident and another in a murder/suicide. Sara talks about how love and faith, and finding purpose in grief are helping on her grief journey. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Melissa Gould, award-winning screenwriter & author of Widowish. When Melissa became a widow, after the death of her beloved husband, Joel, she found she didn't look like a widow or act like a widow, but she felt like one. We talk about becoming a young widow, grieving with her daughter and how grief feels now. Widowish is our book club selection for March & April; RSVP for the Faith & Grief Book Club on April 22nd for the book discussion. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We welcome Bari J. Himes, founder of In Loving Memory 19, a COVID loss survivor group she started on Facebook. She started the group after the death of her mother, Rose. She has worked to build a community for COVID loss survivors, so no one has to grieve alone. Bari is also a highly respected educator and brings that experience to her care for others. We talk about loss during the pandemic and how ritual means so much to those who are grieving. Right after we recorded this interview, Bari's family experienced another tragedy, a fire in their home, destroying the part of their home where her mother Rose's belongings were being stored. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support

We talk with Nicole Baker Fulgham, Founder & President of The Expectations Project. We talk about her grief journey after her beloved father's death due to COVID-19 and the relentless grief that accompanies a loss during a global pandemic. She wrote an insightful piece for Medium and talk about loss during a global event and how it carries its own burdens for the griever. We talk about how that impacted her grief. The Expectations Project works to close the education inequality gap by putting hope in action. The Expectations Project engages with the faith community and encourages their time and talents to be invested in their communities' public schools. The guest's opinions expressed in the podcast are solely those of the guest and should not reflect their employer or other associated organization's opinions. The guest's opinions do not reflect the opinion of this podcast or Faith & Grief Ministries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/faithandgrief/support