CaringCompanions

The five authors of Finding Healing in Times of Grief and Loss all speak to the ways that we can enter into the experience of grief and come through with hearts and spirits renewed by the cherished memories of the ones we've lost. Whether the passing of a dear one is recent or further in the past, peace is always possible. The words of wisdom contained in this book assure us that from our grief and loss can come deep comfort and healing.

"It will take a miracle to get me through this loss." That is the sentiment of many who are experiencing the deep pangs of grief. And so it is that the chapters of this little booklet point to God, the Miracle Worker, for grief relief.

Anger. Stress. Resentment and feelings of hurt. Grief. These are all very real emotions that can cast shadows over every facet of our lives, making the path to peace and wholeness almost impossible to discern. We should never underestimate how strong our emotions can be, but we should also recognize that we aren't powerless when confronting difficult emotions. Each of us is capable of moving forward to a place of healing and wholeness. Reflecting on the themes of anger, stress, forgiveness, grief, and, finally, peace, readers will find a source of strength and comfort in the five reflections presented in this invaluable book from our CaringCompanions series.

Losing one's partner, one's soul mate, one's spouse, "demands" the greatest inner strength one can apply. And it requires the help and wisdom of fellow grief-travelers such as those you will find in the five sections of this booklet.

The five authors in this concise handbook serve as wonderful "grief-guides." While they all acknowledge that the world is now a different place without our parents, the important thing now is to pay close attention to the healing of our hearts.