The Bereavement Journey
A place to talk. The Bereavement Journey is a series of 6-7 weekly sessions for those who have been bereaved at any time. It is run by churches across the UK and each session comprises two short talks and opportunities for discussion in a small group, with a break for refreshments. Sessions are scheduled subject to demand so please get in touch to register your interest and availability.
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The Bereavement Café
The Godalming Minster Bereavement Café offers a safe space where: you can feel safe to talk about how the pain of bereavement is affecting you, you will meet others who have experienced their own loss, there is a team willing to offer support by listening, you will find mutual support and encouragement.
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Annual Church Services
Godalming Minster hosts an annual memorial service in the Autumn for those who have died in recent years to be remembered by name, and a "Blue Christmas" service around the 22nd December. These occasions allow time to remember and reflect, and to find comfort in grief. Please get in touch if you would like to be invited to either of these services which take place at Godalming Minster Brighton Road.
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Bereavement Visiting
If you have the funeral of a loved one at Godalming Minster, or a funeral service taken by one of the Minster clergy team at the crematorium, you will be supported by the minister as you prepare for the service. After the funeral one of the pastoral team will be in touch to offer to visit, listen and support you on your bereavement journey. To find out about funerals at Godalming Minster, please ask your funeral director in the first instance.
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