Unique 8-Week Grief Recovery Seminar to Begin April 11

FINDING LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS AND COPING WITH THE HOLIDAYS IN THE JOURNEY TOWARD WHOLENESS BEREAVEMENT SEMINAR

Cranford, New Jersey (March 23, 2021) – The First Presbyterian Church of Cranford’s (FPCC) is preparing for its free eight-week seminar, “Journey Toward Wholeness - Healing the Grieving Heart,” taking place Sundays from Apr 11 to May 30 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Everyone across the United States who has experienced loss of any kind, in the past or present, are welcome to attend, as well as those who have previously attended this seminar. Those interested in attending this unique seminar via Zoom must call Patti Williams, seminar founder and trained pastoral bereavement counselor, to register at 908-709-1341. Registration is required.

Eight sessions, each designed to lead a person through the process of grief, will help those who suffered any type of loss better understand the process and learn ways to cope, while also practicing self-care. Patti Williams, R.N. and Certified Pastoral Bereavement Counselor, and Virginia Waters, PhD. Psychologist, have helped almost 3,000 people experience healing, find new purpose for their lives and feel joy once again.

Per Williams, “We are all navigating through especially challenging times due to the ravages of the pandemic, exhaustion from political conflict, depletion of our resources, the loneliness of increased isolation, and the unprecedented chaotic environment in which we currently exist. When you are also grieving a loss in the midst of all these stressors, life can become very dark and every day may seem overwhelming.”

The sessions include learning about the stages of grief and understanding the tasks of the grieving process, coping strategies and tools for the journey, taking good care of ourselves, dealing with changes, decisions, loneliness, holidays, anniversaries, building a support system and more.

Both of the leaders and all of the facilitators have experienced loss within their lives and share from “the inside out.” Bring family members and friends. All faiths are welcome.

In the words of a recent participant, name removed for privacy purposes, “I have learned more along this heartbreaking journey than I ever thought possible. I have learned that you will never ever forget your love and that you are changed forever, but you need to give yourself permission to heal… I believe that your loved one only wants the best for you and you will be reunited one day.”

The seminar is dedicated to Patti’s late husband, the Rev. Dr. Bruce D. Williams who had a vision for this program and a desire to help others deal with their pain and suffering during their time of loss.

For more information about the program, visit firstprescranford.org

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ABOUT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CRANFORD – As the body of Christ empowered by the Holy Spirit, the First Presbyterian Church of Cranford (FPCC), 11 Springfield Ave., Cranford, seeks to live God’s Word and inspire others to embrace Jesus’ commandment to love one another as the Lord loves us. Learn more at firstprescranford.org