Bereavement Ministry
Group meetings are Thursdays* from 12 PM to 2 PM in the St. Mark Church Family/Children’s Room.
*Please note: On all Thursdays before all First Fridays, the Bereavement Group members spend our first half hour in church for silent Adoration, before meeting in the Hall, at 12:30 PM.
Bereavement Ministry at St. Mark’s provides an opportunity to discover that grieving and mourning can be a grace-filled journey where we listen attentively and support one another wherever we are, from week to week, and moment to moment. We reflect upon our own personal experiences as well as the words of authors who have shared light within the darkness of their own grief experiences.
We can never know exactly how another person is feeling. There are times when our feelings are deep within where no one can possibly know what it is like for us. We strive to cultivate an atmosphere of compassionate, attentive listening. The space provided for listening is an integral part of everyone’s grief and mourning journey. Prayerful listening support is our primary goal. The Grace of God is our foundation. We rely on the Grace of the Holy Spirit to lead us forward moment by moment.
On our journey of Mourning with Grace, we welcome short-term participation as well as long-term companions. The support we offer is based upon companioning each unique individual through the change that has occurred and the days, weeks, months, and years that are forever affected by loss. The steps forward demand our attention, patience, and time. We are here to offer support, compassion, prayer, and companionship.
For more information, drop your name and phone number in the Secure Drop Box, in the church hall or in the Secure Drop Box to the left of the office door. Please indicate Bereavement Ministry Inquiry on the envelope. If you prefer, you may call Joan Wania, at the office (585) 227-6824, or stop at the office to inquire. It is okay to come just to see if our group has something of value to offer to you.
Contact person: Joan Wania