During the Christmas season, we are surrounded by the sights and sounds of being joyful. For many of us who have lost a child, we just want this time of year to be over. We don’t see joy being part of our lives ever again.
In this episode, Laura shares from week three in her book Hope for the Future: An Advent Journey for Bereaved Parents which tackles the topic of joy during the Christmas season.
Links Mentioned in this episode:
Click here for more info on joining me live, or about the advent book Hope for the Future.
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Find out more about the book Come Grieve Through Our Eyes.
Birthdays:
David Paul French was born on December 16 and is forever 52.
Luke Getchell was born on December 19 and is forever 14.
Adelaide Rowell was born on December 20 and is forever 19.
Carissa Perkins was born on December 21 and is forever 29.
John Ferreira Jr. was born on December 24 and is forever 32.
Isaiah Key was born on December 25 and is forever 13.
Diane Holt was born on December 25 and is forever 62.
Nicole Daniel was born on December 26 and is forever 27.
Martin Jesus Alva Jr. was born on December 26 and is forever 34.
Ryan Durkin was born on December 27 and is forever 19.
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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.
Thank you Laura and Dave, I appreciate you both.
Love and hugs, my friend!
This was the first year I participated in the advent devotional with you live on Sunday night. Thank you for taking the time to meet with us as bereaved parents during the Christmas season. I bought the book and have been reading it and tuning in to your live chat Sunday evenings. I hope to listen to more of the podcasts too. Thank you for shining your light in our darkness as parents who have lost a precious child.
I thought I replied to this… so sorry. You are so very welcome. I pray that what you hear is helpful and gives you hope and encouragement as we walk this unwanted journey together.