Journey Through Grief
Death is a part of life, but it’s a difficult part when we lose a loved one. The journey through grief is unique to each individual and each loss, but there are some common aspects and typical (and normal) reactions: anger, guilt, relief, replaying events, and going over “what ifs” and “if onlys.” Author Judy Esway, a retired hospice chaplain and bereavement counselor, shares four tasks of the grief process. She explains that our hope in Christ’s resurrection and reuniting with loved ones can hedge against despair. This hope is the difference our faith makes when facing loss and grief. A longer version of this article originally appeared in St. Anthony Messenger, January 2013.
| Series | Catholic Update Newsletter |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | 01/01/2015 |
| Pages or Item Count | 4 |
| Size | 8.5 x 11 |
| Weight | 0.02 |
| Discount Category | Newsletter |
| Product Code | C1501A |
Judy Esway is retired from her work as a hospice chaplain and bereavement counselor. She holds a master’s degree in theology and is certified in thanatology. She has had four books and dozens of articles published in the national Catholic press. She and her husband live in Canton, Ohio.