Grief & Emotional Support
Why Grief Can Feel Different in the Second Year
Why grief can feel different in the second year Many widows and widowers enter the first year after the death of a spouse believing that if they can just make
Father’s Day Message for Moms, Widows, and Grieving Hearts
Father’s Day Message for Moms, Widows, and Grieving Hearts As Father’s Day approaches, we recognize how heavy this day can be. In a world that often feels overwhelming—filled with news
A Different Kind of Mother’s Day
A Different Kind of Mother’s Day A Father’s Journey in Grief and Love For many, Mother’s Day is a time for flowers, cards, and family gatherings. But for families who
Will I Still Be Married to My Spouse in Heaven?
Will I Still Be Married to My Spouse in Heaven? Christians can get excited knowing they will one day spend eternal life in Heaven. They will be united with God
What To Do When Someone Is Dying
All thoughts below must be weighed with compassion and common sense. Put yourself in the place of the receiver. Weigh your words carefully. Remember, receiving a handwritten, heartfelt card is
You Made it Through The Holidays, Now What?
“You Made it Through The Holidays, Now What?” Coping with loss during the holidays and special occasions is an immense challenge, particularly for those who have lost a spouse. While
Life After Loss
Situational Awareness
Taking Control of Your Safety Situational Awareness: Taking Control of Your Safety Losing a spouse is one of life’s most difficult experiences, bringing not only emotional challenges but also new
Considering Dating Again? Move Forward With Caution.
CONSIDERING DATING AGAIN? MOVE FORWARD WITH CAUTION A CLIENT ASKED ME THIS? I am a divorced woman dating a widower whose wife was a close friend. Our relationship has moved
Valentine’s Day Is Approaching, Some Surviving Spouse Suggestions
Valentine’s Day Is Approaching. Some Surviving Spouse Suggestions We are less than a month away from Valentine’s Day; what is one of the year’s most romantic days according to the
As A Widow, It May Feel Like A Second Death
As A Widow, It May Feel Like A Second Death No one wants to think about losing their spouse. Today, Men and women enjoy their lives and avoid the “What
Helping Your Child Who Lost A Friend
Helping Your Child Who Lost A Friend Most adults have experienced a loss of some type during their lifetime. Depending on the relationship, losing friends or family members is very
Stories That Encourage
CHOOSE JOY “Jesus, Others and You”
by Judy Cooper: As a young Mississippi mother of two small children (ages 2 and 5), I had a great mentor! Marilyn was older, wiser, and experienced, a mother of
The Helene Lamp Story
THE HELENE LAMP STORY The Lord blesses each of us with each day of life, and this month’s members’ spotlight is the perfect example of the Lord’s abundant blessings. Helene
The Suzie Holderfield Story
THE SUZIE HOLDERFIELD STORY Jackie Suzanne Koch Holderfield, but we know her as Suzie. Suzanne Holderfield was born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 8, 1954, to loving parents Robert
The Theresa Lynne Brunker Story
THE THERESA LYNNE BRUNKER STORY March 12, 1955, a beautiful baby girl named Teresa Lynne Brunker was a blessing to her family. The first-born Wichita, Kansas, girl was a farm
The Judy Cooper Story
THE JUDY COOPER STORY Judy Lynn Cooper was born in Jackson, Tennessee, on October 04, 1946. She grew up in a loving Christian home with hard-working parents and two brothers;
The Xenia Hollis Story
THE XENIA HOLLIS STORY A LIFE OF DIFFICULTY AND SURVIVAL On June 21, 1938, Xenia Hollis was born in Djokjakarta, Indonesia, on Java Island. Xenia is the middle child and
SFL Memories & Past Events
Our NASA Adventure
Our April NASA Adventure was so much fun. You will understand what I mean by seeing the photos taken that day. There are too many activities to list here, but
BROOKWOOD TRIP
At Surviving From Loss, we serve our community’s widows in various ways. Our mission is to be the hands and feet of Jesus to our widows and widowers. Only those
The SFL 1st Annual Christmas party
With the ministry entering the third event of the year, we wanted our Christmas celebration to be unique. These special ladies have served others their entire lives, so we decided
2023 April Olive Garden Luncheon
We had a nice crowd at the Olive Garden. It was fun getting out and getting to meet new friends.
2023 SFL 2nd Annual Christmas Party
This is the 2nd annual Christmas party for our Surviving From Loss group. Click the photo first and then CLICK HERE to see the photos from the event. This year,
2023 HIGH TEA EVENT
The concept of the High Tea was to provide these widowed ladies a place to connect and allow them to feel the importance they are to society. So many widows