Every week, people step into a GriefShare group unsure of what to expect. They’re carrying the weight of loss, uncertainty, and loneliness. But what many discover is unexpected: a Christ-centered place of comfort, honesty, and hope.
Below are stories from people who found healing through GriefShare. Their experiences reflect what thousands have come to realize—you’re not alone in your grief. God cares for you. And healing is possible.
“My church offered GriefShare, and there were several members who were a part of it and suggested that it would be something I might want to try. And at first, I was a little skeptical because I thought, I don’t know if I really want to go somewhere where everybody’s just going to be crying. That would just be too hurtful, but it wasn’t like that at all. I really just got so much out of it. It was such an encouraging, supportive group, and I loved being there each week.” — Sharon
Sharon’s story is familiar. Many people hesitate to attend their first group. But once they experience the care, honesty, and warmth of a GriefShare group, their fears fade—and healing begins.
“My sister brought it home to me, and I said, I’m interested in going to this. And so we both started going to the GriefShare group at her church... I will say that was the best thing that could’ve ever happened to either one of us to attend this GriefShare. I was extremely helped and very grateful to the two leaders... It was just a huge help. And I was so grateful for it.” — Guenn
Grief can bring people together in new ways. For Guenn and her sister, attending together helped them grieve side by side—and find comfort in Christ’s promises.
“Certain aspects of GriefShare would include being in the room with other grieving participants, knowing that we’re not alone in our grief. The fact that there’s a facilitator in the room, or facilitators that are grieving right alongside you—those are game-changing things that really allowed and shaped me to gain and glean wisdom from GriefShare.” — Ashley
When someone realizes they’re not alone, everything changes. In the group, participants draw strength from shared experiences—and see God’s compassion lived out in real time.
“GriefShare kind of reminded me that God was good and that God loved me... I think it was the group setting that allowed me to process through my anger and my depression and my anxiety and start to work through that in a way that kind of opened things up for me so that I could see that God did not reject my family or me.” — Tom
Grief often raises difficult questions about God’s love. Through biblical teaching and a caring group, Tom began to see that, even in his sorrow, God’s presence and goodness hadn’t left him.
“Before I went to a GriefShare group, I felt like I was lost and wandering around in the darkness of my grief. And by joining a group, I received a roadmap to my journey... It goes deeper, and it breaks things down slowly and gently... you’re going at your own pace, and there’s lots of grace for going in your own time.” — Heather
Heather’s story reflects what many other participants experience. GriefShare offers a gentle roadmap through grief, combining structure, Scripture, and support—with grace for each person’s pace.
As your GriefShare group comes to a close, we’d love to hear from you. If GriefShare has made a difference in your life—or helped you take meaningful steps toward healing—your story can encourage someone who is just beginning their grief journey.
Whether you found strength through your group, experienced God’s comfort in a new way, or gained hope for the days ahead, your experience matters. By sharing your story, you’re helping others know they’re not alone—and showing how God continues to work through GriefShare to bring comfort and healing.
Share your GriefShare today.