After losing children to addiction, mothers say support groups can help mourners find purpose
byJanie Fargen’s son Jason Oaks, an athlete, died in 2014, his heart damaged by an addiction that started in his early 20s with pain…
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Navigating grief during the holidays
byThe holiday season can be a highly anticipated time of year. But for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one —…
Tree of Remembrance ritual recalls loved ones
byIn 32-degree weather, a crowd of about 400 people gathered around Calvary Cemetery’s Tree of Remembrance for the annual prayer service and tree-lighting Dec….
Mass of Remembrance offers healing to families, prayers for the deceased
byOn Nov. 9, 19 blessed candles were lit during a Mass of Remembrance at St. Louis Bertrand Church, 1104 S. 6th St. Each candle,…
Author hopes book on miscarriages will comfort those grieving same loss
byBy Sam Lucero Catholic News Service GREEN BAY, Wis. — Cassie Everts remembers the day in 2011 when she mourned in silence after experiencing…
Program emphasizes God’s love amid grief
byWhen Janet Hardy’s husband Timothy Hardy was shot and killed on Valentine’s Day four years ago, grief consumed her. She’s spent the years since…
St. Margaret Mary to offer programs to help cope with the holidays
bySt. Margaret Mary Church, 7813 Shelbyville Road, will offer programs for adults and children aimed to help participants cope with the upcoming holiday season….