It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.

That’s the reason for GriefShare, a special seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.

Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion. A GriefShare workbook assists you with note-taking, journaling and grief study. The videos feature top experts on grief recovery, dramatic reenactments about living with grief and real-life stories of people who have experienced losses like yours.

During the group discussion time, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, learn from your own experiences and share your own.

GriefShare is a non-denominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. The group starts August 25, 2010 and runs for 13 consecutive weeks.