Advent is a time of waiting. This time of year, advent means waiting for Christmas to arrive. As bereaved parents, our advent is waiting for the day we can see and be with our children again. Fortunately, Jesus coming to earth was out of God’s love for us, so that our separation is only temporary.
In the meantime, we grieve deeply because we love deeply. Along with the fourth (and final) week of the advent reading, Laura also shares “ ‘Twas the Night After Christmas for Bereaved Parents” which voices for many of us our thoughts about the holiday season we have just come through.
Note: There will be a short break from the GPS Hope podcast until January 23.
Links Mentioned in this episode:
Watch the fourth week advent reading on the GPS Hope YouTube channel here.
Find out more about the book Reflections of Hope here.
Click here to order Reflections of Hope on Amazon.
Write a review here for Reflections of Hope on Amazon.
Click here to find out more about the Weekend of Hope (and the Celebration of Hope) in August of 2024.
Birthdays:
John Ferreira Jr. was born on December 24 and is forever 32.
Isaiah Key was born on December 25 and is forever 13.
Nicole Daniel was born on December 26 and is forever 27.
Ryan Durkin was born on December 27 and is forever 19.
Aria Arrona was born on December 31 and is forever 15.
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The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.
Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!
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Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.
It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.
Laura, I hope and pray for rest, strength and rejuvenation for you! You have many wonderful resources for us. I will miss hearing your weekly podcast but it will also give me time to go back and listen to past podcasts or read your books again along with the Reflections of Hope Daily Readings. Blessings to you and Dave and your family.
Thank you so much, my friend!