How about this for a NEAR project idea - A Grief Support Mission for our community?
I surveyed one church's approach and found this:
A Mission Statement:
The Bereavement Ministry of Springfield Baptist Church provides hope for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. We endeavor to be a source of love, comfort, encouragement, and support as the bereaved journeys from mourning to joy.
I surveyed one church's approach and found this:
A Mission Statement:
The Bereavement Ministry of Springfield Baptist Church provides hope for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. We endeavor to be a source of love, comfort, encouragement, and support as the bereaved journeys from mourning to joy.
WHat Services They Provide
- We send sympathy and encouragement cards.
- We offer a listening ear and a caring presence.
- We pray for and with bereaved families.
- We call and and / or visit families before funerals.
- We attend funeral services held at church and in community.
- We disseminate grief-related materials to educate families on grief recovery.
- We provide follow-up care following the funeral.
- We conduct an annual memorial service.
- We conduct a weekly GriefShare Support groupMaybe God is calling you or your Life Group to develop a Grief Support Ministry with a MISSIONAL focus.
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