When our child leaves this earth, we feel so very lost in our identity. Who am I now? Does it even matter? How can I go on? Do I even want to? So much of our identity is wrapped up in being a parent, but we are still so much more than being a parent, even if it doesn't seem like it. In today's episode, Laura reminds us of this, along with helping us discover a key to who we can be, as we continue our time here on earth without our child. Note: Today's episode is being sponsored by Duane &amp; Sylvia Goertzen  in memory of their teen daughters Sophie and Acacia.  Links Mentioned in this episode: Listen to episode 211 with Kim Peacock. Find out more about Laura’s newly released book Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Find out more about My Grief Journey. Click here to go to the GPS Hope webstore for this month’s special: Order both Reflections of Hope and My Grief Journey, and use promo code MGJFree. Click here to order the Audiobook on Audible. Birthdays: Jacob Gary was born on August 6 and is forever 21. Travis M. Blair was born on August  9 and is forever 30. Christopher Hotch was born on August 10 and is forever 31. Jacob Holiday was born on August 10 and is forever 26.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 223: A Key to Your Future Self’s Identity appeared first on GPS Hope.

When our child leaves this earth, we feel so very lost in our identity. Who am I now? Does it even matter? How can I go on? Do I even want to? So much of our identity is wrapped up in being a parent, but we are still so much more than being a parent, even if it doesn't seem like it. In today's episode, Laura reminds us of this, along with helping us discover a key to who we can be, as we continue our time here on earth without our child. Note: Today's episode is being sponsored by Duane &amp; Sylvia Goertzen  in memory of their teen daughters Sophie and Acacia. <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/podcast/211" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to episode 211</a> with Kim Peacock. Find out more about Laura’s newly released book <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents</a>. Find out more about <a href="http://gpshope.org/mygriefjourny" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">My Grief Journey.</a> <a href="http://gpshope.org/store" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to go to the GPS Hope webstore for this month’s special: Order both Reflections of Hope and My Grief Journey, and use promo code MGJFree. <a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/B0CC6HK3YB/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-358513&amp;ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_358513_rh_us" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to order the Audiobook on Audible. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jacob Gary was born on August 6 and is forever 21. Travis M. Blair was born on August  9 and is forever 30. Christopher Hotch was born on August 10 and is forever 31. Jacob Holiday was born on August 10 and is forever 26. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/223/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">223: A Key to Your Future Self’s Identity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

223: A Key to Your Future Self’s Identity

 What does this whole child-loss-thing look like, years down the road?  Believe it or not, this is a question Laura has been asked a few times. Those first few years, we are just trying to get through the next minute, much less the next day or the next year. But after a while, when a pareavor realizes they have to figure this thing out for however long they remain here without their child, some direction and insight is helpful. Unfortunately, today's guest could be considered a  seasoned veteran  in this area. Debra Hayes, has lost three children, three different ways, starting several decades ago. Today's episode is a continued conversation, so it is highly recommended (but not necessary) to start with last week's discussion, titled  Is God Punishing Me . Debra Lynn Hayes is an author and speaker who understands everyone’s journey through mourning and into healing is an individualized process and it is priceless to connect with someone who “gets it”.  She has many years  of corporate experience where she strategized success for individuals and teams. Today she uses those same skills as she leads and guides those who have experienced major tragedies, deep heartaches and mind altering disappointments.  (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with Debra: Debra.life     Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) Find out more about Refections of Hope here. Find out more about My Grief Journey here. Click here to order Reflections of Hope and My Grief Journey in the GPS Hope webstore. Be sure to use the code MGJfree to take advantage of getting the My Grief Journey book free, for the month of August. Birthdays: Whitney Leanne Garkow Seehusen was born on July 30 and is forever 31. Lauren Miller Dobbins was born on July 30 and is forever 33. Neena Renee Rey was born on August 3 and is forever 2.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 222: The Many Years Following Child Loss (with Debra Hayes) appeared first on GPS Hope.

What does this whole child-loss-thing look like, years down the road? Believe it or not, this is a question Laura has been asked a few times. Those first few years, we are just trying to get through the next minute, much less the next day or the next year. But after a while, when a pareavor realizes they have to figure this thing out for however long they remain here without their child, some direction and insight is helpful. Unfortunately, today's guest could be considered a seasoned veteran in this area. Debra Hayes, has lost three children, three different ways, starting several decades ago. Today's episode is a continued conversation, so it is highly recommended (but not necessary) to start with last week's discussion, titled Is God Punishing Me . Debra Lynn Hayes is an author and speaker who understands everyone’s journey through mourning and into healing is an individualized process and it is priceless to connect with someone who “gets it”.  She has many years  of corporate experience where she strategized success for individuals and teams. Today she uses those same skills as she leads and guides those who have experienced major tragedies, deep heartaches and mind altering disappointments.  (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Connect with Debra:<a href="http://debra.life" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Debra.life</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) Find out more about Refections of Hope <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Find out more about My Grief Journey <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/mygriefjourney/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <a href="http://gpshope.org/store" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to order Reflections of Hope and My Grief Journey in the GPS Hope webstore. Be sure to use the code MGJfree to take advantage of getting the My Grief Journey book free, for the month of August. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Whitney Leanne Garkow Seehusen was born on July 30 and is forever 31. Lauren Miller Dobbins was born on July 30 and is forever 33. Neena Renee Rey was born on August 3 and is forever 2. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/222/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">222: The Many Years Following Child Loss (with Debra Hayes)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

222: The Many Years Following Child Loss (with Debra Hayes)

In today's episode, Laura talks with a guest who questioned if God was punishing her with child loss because of an abortion she had in her younger years (based on the shame of losing her image as a good Christian girl). This is an excellent talk for those who have the same question, wondering if God allowed your child to die as a punishment for something in your past. Debra Lynn Hayes is an author and speaker who understands everyone’s journey through mourning and into healing is an individualized process and it is priceless to connect with someone who “gets it”.  She has many years  of corporate experience where she strategized success for individuals and teams. Today she uses those same skills as she leads and guides those who have experienced major tragedies, deep heartaches and mind altering disappointments.  (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with Debra: Debra.life Click here to find our more about adding your child to the Hope Mobile on an In Loving Memory Heart decal. After you order the newly released audio book When Tragedy Strikes, click here to get your promo code (to get one course free when purchasing the Rebuilding Your Life After Child Loss course bundle). Find out more about the Rebuilding Your Life After Child Loss guidance courses here.   Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Oscar Lopez was born on July 23 and is forever 23. Cayden Josephine Turner was born on July 26 and is forever 18. Jordan Speers-Hodson was born on July 26 and is forever 32. Claire Rebecca was born on July 27 and is forever 5. Daniel Krawiec was born on July 28 and is forever 32. Easton Holden was born on July 28 and is forever 5. Joseph Ray was born on July 28 and is forever 26. Dayne Sturm was born on July 29 and is forever 21.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 221: Is God Punishing Me? (with Debra Hayes) appeared first on GPS Hope.

In today's episode, Laura talks with a guest who questioned if God was punishing her with child loss because of an abortion she had in her younger years (based on the shame of losing her image as a good Christian girl). This is an excellent talk for those who have the same question, wondering if God allowed your child to die as a punishment for something in your past. Debra Lynn Hayes is an author and speaker who understands everyone’s journey through mourning and into healing is an individualized process and it is priceless to connect with someone who “gets it”.  She has many years  of corporate experience where she strategized success for individuals and teams. Today she uses those same skills as she leads and guides those who have experienced major tragedies, deep heartaches and mind altering disappointments.  (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Connect with Debra:<a href="http://debra.life" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Debra.life</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/heartdecal/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here </a>to find our more about adding your child to the Hope Mobile on an In Loving Memory Heart decal. After you order the newly released audio book When Tragedy Strikes, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/wtspromo/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> to get your promo code (to get one course free when purchasing the Rebuilding Your Life After Child Loss course bundle). Find out more about the Rebuilding Your Life After Child Loss guidance courses <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/wtscourse/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Oscar Lopez was born on July 23 and is forever 23. Cayden Josephine Turner was born on July 26 and is forever 18. Jordan Speers-Hodson was born on July 26 and is forever 32. Claire Rebecca was born on July 27 and is forever 5. Daniel Krawiec was born on July 28 and is forever 32. Easton Holden was born on July 28 and is forever 5. Joseph Ray was born on July 28 and is forever 26. Dayne Sturm was born on July 29 and is forever 21. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/221/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">221: Is God Punishing Me? (with Debra Hayes)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

221: Is God Punishing Me? (with Debra Hayes)

Many of us struggle with our faith in God after He didn't answer our prayers for our children. We may have prayed daily for protection, but he or she was in an accident that took their life. We may have prayed for healing from an addiction, or a mental illness like being bi-polar or manic depressive, but our child is no longer here because they were not freed from their struggle and even died by their own doing. Then there are those children who had a long-term illness, and hundreds of prayers went up by many people for their healing. Today's discussion is with one of those parents. Rhyl Venning's daughter, Kari-Lee, was born with cystic fibrosis, giving her a short lifespan. Over the years, multitudes of people prayed for her healing. Some even  spoke  over her, declaring that God was going to heal Kari. Rhyl was a mom who walked in faith for that healing, whether it was miraculous, or through a medical breakthrough. This is similar to Laura's situation with her daughter, Becca, which made for a very interesting conversation in how they both overcame the hurt and disappointment when God did not step in with the healing miracle they both thought was coming for their daughters.   Rhyl Venning lives on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Australia, and had the privilege of being Kari-Lee’s mother. She is married to Peter and has one remaining daughter, Tiana. Rhyl currently works as a nanny, but before Kari-Lee went to Heaven, she worked as an Occupational Therapist, spending the last twenty years working with children who had moderate to severe disabilities.  She facilitates a support group for bereaved mums, is the Volunteer Care Coordinator for the local Make-A-Wish group, and is a puppy carer for Seeing Eye Dogs. Rhyl is also writing a memoir about Kari-Lee’s life and how she has managed to survive without her daughter. In her free time, she loves to walk on the beach, scrapbook, swim, grow veggies, read, and catch up with friends and family for a cuppa and chat. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) This podcast episode was sponsored by Dave and Kathi Crean in honor of their son, Jack.  Links Mentioned in this episode: Email Rhyl at: pven2000@yahoo.com  Click here to take a look at the GPS Hope website where you will find a memory wall to have your child added, a free members library with resources to download, a store with Hold On Pain Eases shirts, books by Laura, and other helpful resources. Sponsor a podcast episode in memory of your child.   Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Madeline Youngdahl was born on July 16 and is forever 14. Jack Crean was born on July 16 and is forever 18. Duy Leo Weigert was born on July 16 and is forever 8 months. Jimmy LaPlante was born on July 19 and is forever 39. James Nesrsta was born on July 19 and is forever 8. Charlotte Gray Perry was born on July 20 and is forever 26 days. Logan Bauer was born on July 20 and is forever 20.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 220: When You Believed God for a Healing (with Rhyl Venning) appeared first on GPS Hope.

Many of us struggle with our faith in God after He didn't answer our prayers for our children. We may have prayed daily for protection, but he or she was in an accident that took their life. We may have prayed for healing from an addiction, or a mental illness like being bi-polar or manic depressive, but our child is no longer here because they were not freed from their struggle and even died by their own doing. Then there are those children who had a long-term illness, and hundreds of prayers went up by many people for their healing. Today's discussion is with one of those parents. Rhyl Venning's daughter, Kari-Lee, was born with cystic fibrosis, giving her a short lifespan. Over the years, multitudes of people prayed for her healing. Some even spoke over her, declaring that God was going to heal Kari. Rhyl was a mom who walked in faith for that healing, whether it was miraculous, or through a medical breakthrough. This is similar to Laura's situation with her daughter, Becca, which made for a very interesting conversation in how they both overcame the hurt and disappointment when God did not step in with the healing miracle they both thought was coming for their daughters. Rhyl Venning lives on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Australia, and had the privilege of being Kari-Lee’s mother. She is married to Peter and has one remaining daughter, Tiana. Rhyl currently works as a nanny, but before Kari-Lee went to Heaven, she worked as an Occupational Therapist, spending the last twenty years working with children who had moderate to severe disabilities. She facilitates a support group for bereaved mums, is the Volunteer Care Coordinator for the local Make-A-Wish group, and is a puppy carer for Seeing Eye Dogs. Rhyl is also writing a memoir about Kari-Lee’s life and how she has managed to survive without her daughter. In her free time, she loves to walk on the beach, scrapbook, swim, grow veggies, read, and catch up with friends and family for a cuppa and chat. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) This podcast episode was sponsored by Dave and Kathi Crean in honor of their son, Jack. <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Email Rhyl at: <a href="mailto:pven2000@yahoo.com" rel="noopener">pven2000@yahoo.com </a> <a href="http://gpshope.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to take a look at the GPS Hope website where you will find a memory wall to have your child added, a free members library with resources to download, a store with Hold On Pain Eases shirts, books by Laura, and other helpful resources. <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode/59?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sponsor a podcast episode</a> in memory of your child. <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Madeline Youngdahl was born on July 16 and is forever 14. Jack Crean was born on July 16 and is forever 18. Duy Leo Weigert was born on July 16 and is forever 8 months. Jimmy LaPlante was born on July 19 and is forever 39. James Nesrsta was born on July 19 and is forever 8. Charlotte Gray Perry was born on July 20 and is forever 26 days. Logan Bauer was born on July 20 and is forever 20. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/220/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">220: When You Believed God for a Healing (with Rhyl Venning)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

220: When You Believed God for a Healing (with Rhyl Venning)

Seven years ago this month, Laura's book When Tragedy Strikes: Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing was released with Morgan James Publishing. We are very excited to announce that the audio version has finally being released. In today's episode you will be listening to the audio of another chapter, which is Chapter 11, The Pillars of Thoughts and Words. And like last week, you will also hear one of the corresponding lessons from the Rebuilding Your Life Guidance Courses. Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about the book When Tragedy Strikes. Click here to order the Audiobook on Audible. Click here to find out more about the When Tragedy Strikes Guidance Courses. Ask for the promo code after purchasing the audio When Tragedy Strikes, to get the third course for free by clicking here. Laura’s song on YouTube: Together Forever Find out more about Laura’s CD and listent to clips from each song. Find out about Laura’s newly released book Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents.   Birthdays: Kaleb Owens was born on July 9 and is forever 17 . Stephanie Waters was born on July 10 and is forever  21. Charlie Rhodes was born on July 10 and is forever 9. Rachel Corn was born on July 10 and is forever 22. Eric Breslau was born on July 11 and is forever 25. Marina Fox was born on July  15 and is forever 26.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 219: Our Dark Thoughts in Grief appeared first on GPS Hope.

Seven years ago this month, Laura's book When Tragedy Strikes: Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing was released with Morgan James Publishing. We are very excited to announce that the audio version has finally being released. In today's episode you will be listening to the audio of another chapter, which is Chapter 11, The Pillars of Thoughts and Words. And like last week, you will also hear one of the corresponding lessons from the Rebuilding Your Life Guidance Courses. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/when-tragedy-strikes-book/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about the book When Tragedy Strikes. <a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/B0CC6HK3YB/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-358513&amp;ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_358513_rh_us" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to order the Audiobook on Audible. <a href="http://gpshope.org/wtscourse" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about the When Tragedy Strikes Guidance Courses. Ask for the promo code after purchasing the audio When Tragedy Strikes, to get the third course for free by <a href="http://gpshope.org/wtspromo" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. Laura’s song on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/ToLRaTJoYHQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Together Forever</a> <a href="https://lauradiehl.hearnow.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Find out more about Laura’s CD</a> and listent to clips from each song. Find out about Laura’s newly released book <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents</a>. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Kaleb Owens was born on July 9 and is forever 17 . Stephanie Waters was born on July 10 and is forever  21. Charlie Rhodes was born on July 10 and is forever 9. Rachel Corn was born on July 10 and is forever 22. Eric Breslau was born on July 11 and is forever 25. Marina Fox was born on July  15 and is forever 26. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/219/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">219: Our Dark Thoughts in Grief</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

219: Our Dark Thoughts in Grief

Seven years ago this week, Laura's book When Tragedy Strikes: Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing was released with Morgan James Publishing. We are very excited to announce that the audio version is finally being released this week. In today's episode you will be listening to Laura's audio, reading one of the chapters from the book, which is Chapter 3, The Garage of Tears. You will also hear something that Laura recorded a while back which goes along with this chapter, also on the topic of our many triggers and our many tears. Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about the book When Tragedy Strikes. Click here to order the Audiobook on Audible. Click here to find out more about the When Tragedy Strikes Guidance Courses. Ask for the promo code after purchasing the audio When Tragedy Strikes, to get the third course for free by clicking here. Contact the office to let us know you would like us to come to your area: office@gpshope.org Find out about Laura’s newly released book Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents.   Birthdays: Davis Heller was born on July 4 and is forever 22. Andres Martinez was born on July 7 and is forever 21.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 218: Our Many Triggers and Tears After Child Loss appeared first on GPS Hope.

Seven years ago this week, Laura's book When Tragedy Strikes: Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing was released with Morgan James Publishing. We are very excited to announce that the audio version is finally being released this week. In today's episode you will be listening to Laura's audio, reading one of the chapters from the book, which is Chapter 3, The Garage of Tears. You will also hear something that Laura recorded a while back which goes along with this chapter, also on the topic of our many triggers and our many tears. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/when-tragedy-strikes-book/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about the book When Tragedy Strikes. <a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/B0CC6HK3YB/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-358513&amp;ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_358513_rh_us" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to order the Audiobook on Audible. <a href="http://gpshope.org/wtscourse" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about the When Tragedy Strikes Guidance Courses. Ask for the promo code after purchasing the audio When Tragedy Strikes, to get the third course for free by <a href="http://gpshope.org/wtspromo" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. Contact the office to let us know you would like us to come to your area: <a href="mailto:office@gpshope.org" rel="noopener">office@gpshope.org</a> Find out about Laura’s newly released book <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents</a>. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Davis Heller was born on July 4 and is forever 22. Andres Martinez was born on July 7 and is forever 21. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/218/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">218: Our Many Triggers and Tears After Child Loss</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

218: Our Many Triggers and Tears After Child Loss

When our child dies, we may have many reasons to  stick around  but none of them seem to matter. We cannot imagine being here for any length of time without our child here with us. Most of us are not suicidal, we just don't want to be here anymore and would be fine with something happening that would take us out of here to go be with our child. Laura has experienced this same thing, when her daughter, Becca, died and talks about what it was like both then and now, almost twelve years later. Links Mentioned in this episode: Sign up to recieve the Weekly Word of Hope here. Click here to find out about the last available opening for the GPS Hope &amp; Healing retreat in Virginia. Click here for information about the annual BP USA gathering. Contact the office to let us know you would like us to come to your area: office@gpshope.org Find out about Laura’s newly released book Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents.   Birthdays: Hunter Josiah Whitney was born on June 25 and is forever 18. Courtney Kolb was born on June 26 and is forever 23. Lukas Christofferson was born on June 28 and is forever 19. Dominic Cardenas was born on June 28 and is forever 24.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 217: I Don’t Want to Be Here Without My Child appeared first on GPS Hope.

When our child dies, we may have many reasons to stick around but none of them seem to matter. We cannot imagine being here for any length of time without our child here with us. Most of us are not suicidal, we just don't want to be here anymore and would be fine with something happening that would take us out of here to go be with our child. Laura has experienced this same thing, when her daughter, Becca, died and talks about what it was like both then and now, almost twelve years later. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Sign up to recieve the Weekly Word of Hope <a href="http://gpshope.org/hope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <a href="http://gpshope.org/retreat" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out about the last available opening for the GPS Hope &amp; Healing retreat in Virginia. <a href="https://www.bereavedparentsusa.org/annual-conference/annual-gathering-conference/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for information about the annual BP USA gathering. Contact the office to let us know you would like us to come to your area: <a href="mailto:office@gpshope.org" rel="noopener">office@gpshope.org</a> Find out about Laura’s newly released book <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents</a>. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Hunter Josiah Whitney was born on June 25 and is forever 18. Courtney Kolb was born on June 26 and is forever 23. Lukas Christofferson was born on June 28 and is forever 19. Dominic Cardenas was born on June 28 and is forever 24. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/217/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">217: I Don’t Want to Be Here Without My Child</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

217: I Don’t Want to Be Here Without My Child

In this episode, Laura talks about something most parents who have lost a child think about.  I am not the same person I used to be. I will never be that person again. Who am I now? Why do we have a word for someone who has lost a spouse, or someone who has lost both parents, but there isn't a word for me  someone who has lost a child?  Of course, we all know the suffocating darkness we find ourselves hurled into cannot be described in words, no matter how hard we try. But is there at least a word that identifies us and draws us together to be able to strengthen and encourage each other? Find out in today's episode.   Links Mentioned in this episode: GPS Hope Private Facebook page (be sure to answer both questions) GPS Hope public Facebook page What is a pareavor? GPS Hope webstore  Birthdays: Alyssa Tyner was born on June 19 and is forever 2 ½. Kari-Lee Venning (Birrell) was born on June 19 and is forever 25. Alan Proctor was born on June 22 and is forever 27. Gregory Moore was born on June 23 and is forever 29.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 216: What Do You Call Someone Who Has Lost a Child? appeared first on GPS Hope.

In this episode, Laura talks about something most parents who have lost a child think about. I am not the same person I used to be. I will never be that person again. Who am I now? Why do we have a word for someone who has lost a spouse, or someone who has lost both parents, but there isn't a word for me someone who has lost a child? Of course, we all know the suffocating darkness we find ourselves hurled into cannot be described in words, no matter how hard we try. But is there at least a word that identifies us and draws us together to be able to strengthen and encourage each other? Find out in today's episode. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/WhenTragedyStrikesBook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope Private Facebook page</a> (be sure to answer both questions) <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GPSHope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope public Facebook page</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/pareavor/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What is a pareavor?</a> <a href="http://www.gpshope.org/store" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope webstore</a> <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Alyssa Tyner was born on June 19 and is forever 2 ½. Kari-Lee Venning (Birrell) was born on June 19 and is forever 25. Alan Proctor was born on June 22 and is forever 27. Gregory Moore was born on June 23 and is forever 29. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/216/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">216: What Do You Call Someone Who Has Lost a Child?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

216: What Do You Call Someone Who Has Lost a Child?

Today's episode is a continuation of Laura's conversation with Melanie DeSimone on the topic of when people around us try to help, but end up hurting us. In today's chat, the two talk about:  being in the  range  of normal grief of child loss within the first three to five years when we are made to feel shame by others (who have never lost a child) by not being back to doing things in our lives after a certain period of time how to deal with pressure from those who are trying to get us to pick up where we left off before our child died   especially in the area of church ministry  Click here to listen to the first half of Laura and Melanie's talk.   Melanie DeSimone has lived on a small homestead for twenty-five years, nestled in rural Bibb County, Alabama. Along with her husband, Hector, she raised four children, along with dozens of various farm animals. Since her son, Dominic, ran ahead to Heaven in 2014, she has spent a great deal of her time and energy writing about their family's grief journey and ministering to the bereaved parent community through her blog, thelifeididntchoose.com, and in person through speaking. In her spare time, Melanie loves hugging and playing with her two grandsons, sewing small one-of-a-kind handcrafts, and reading lots of books from many different points of view. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)   Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with Melanie: website  or on Facebook To ask us to bring the Hope Mobile and do an event near you email us at office@gpshope.org REMEMBER TO SAVE THE DATES OF AUGUST 1-3, 2024 TO JOIN US FOR THE SPECIAL CONFERENCE AND CELEBRATION EVENT FOR THE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF GPS HOPE! Click here to find out more about the Bereaved Parents USA gathering where Laura will be speaking July 21-23. Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Avery Gingerich arrived on June 14th. He bloomed on earth to blossom in heaven. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope The post 215: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (continued with Melanie DeSimone) appeared first on GPS Hope.

Today's episode is a continuation of Laura's conversation with Melanie DeSimone on the topic of when people around us try to help, but end up hurting us. In today's chat, the two talk about: <ul> <li>being in the range of normal grief of child loss within the first three to five years</li> <li>when we are made to feel shame by others (who have never lost a child) by not being back to doing things in our lives after a certain period of time</li> <li>how to deal with pressure from those who are trying to get us to pick up where we left off before our child died especially in the area of church ministry</li> </ul> <a href="http://gpshope.org/podcast/214" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to listen to the first half of Laura and Melanie's talk. Melanie DeSimone has lived on a small homestead for twenty-five years, nestled in rural Bibb County, Alabama. Along with her husband, Hector, she raised four children, along with dozens of various farm animals. Since her son, Dominic, ran ahead to Heaven in 2014, she has spent a great deal of her time and energy writing about their family's grief journey and ministering to the bereaved parent community through her blog, <a href="http://thelifeididntchoose.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thelifeididntchoose.com</a>, and in person through speaking. In her spare time, Melanie loves hugging and playing with her two grandsons, sewing small one-of-a-kind handcrafts, and reading lots of books from many different points of view. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Connect with Melanie: <a href="https://thelifeididntchoose.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>  or on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heartacheandhope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> To ask us to bring the Hope Mobile and do an event near you email us at <a href="mailto:office@gpshope.org" rel="noopener">office@gpshope.org</a> REMEMBER TO SAVE THE DATES OF AUGUST 1-3, 2024 TO JOIN US FOR THE SPECIAL CONFERENCE AND CELEBRATION EVENT FOR THE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF GPS HOPE! <a href="https://www.bereavedparentsusa.org/annual-conference/annual-gathering-conference/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about the Bereaved Parents USA gathering where Laura will be speaking July 21-23. <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Avery Gingerich arrived on June 14th. He bloomed on earth to blossom in heaven. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/215/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">215: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (continued with Melanie DeSimone)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

215: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (continued with Melanie DeSimone)

When our child dies, it is more than just a moment in time for us. It is a continual, ongoing loss. However, most of the people around us see it as an event; as something we should be able to  get over,  and it can really hurt. People we thought who would be there for us seem to go on with their lives, forgetting about our child and the huge gaping hole it leaves in our lives and in our hearts. Today you will hear part of Laura's discussion with guest, Melanie DeSimone, about the many thoughts and feelings we can have when we are hurt by those around us who don't even seem to try and understand what it is like to lose our child from this earth.   Melanie DeSimone has lived on a small homestead for twenty-five years, nestled in rural Bibb County, Alabama. Along with her husband, Hector, she raised four children, along with dozens of various farm animals. Since her son, Dominic, ran ahead to Heaven in 2014, she has spent a great deal of her time and energy writing about their family's grief journey and ministering to the bereaved parent community through her blog, thelifeididntchoose.com, and in person through speaking. In her spare time, Melanie loves hugging and playing with her two grandsons, sewing small one-of-a-kind handcrafts, and reading lots of books from many different points of view. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)   This podcast episode was sponsored by Omnia Masoud in memory of her son, Ocean Yohannes Emru Campbell.  Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with Melanie: website  or on Facebook The reduced cabin prices for joining GPS Hope on a cruise have been extened for two more weeks! Get more information! Sponsor a podcast episode in memory of your child.   Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Richard Elia was born on June 5 and is forever 40. Aaron Paige was born on June 6 and is forever 21. Kayla Ramos was born on June 7 and is forever 25. Ocean Yohannes Emru Campbell was born on June 7 and is forever 23. Tasha Nicole Busick was born on June 10 and is forever 40. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 214: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (with Melanie DeSimone) appeared first on GPS Hope.

When our child dies, it is more than just a moment in time for us. It is a continual, ongoing loss. However, most of the people around us see it as an event; as something we should be able to get over, and it can really hurt. People we thought who would be there for us seem to go on with their lives, forgetting about our child and the huge gaping hole it leaves in our lives and in our hearts. Today you will hear part of Laura's discussion with guest, Melanie DeSimone, about the many thoughts and feelings we can have when we are hurt by those around us who don't even seem to try and understand what it is like to lose our child from this earth. Melanie DeSimone has lived on a small homestead for twenty-five years, nestled in rural Bibb County, Alabama. Along with her husband, Hector, she raised four children, along with dozens of various farm animals. Since her son, Dominic, ran ahead to Heaven in 2014, she has spent a great deal of her time and energy writing about their family's grief journey and ministering to the bereaved parent community through her blog, <a href="http://thelifeididntchoose.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thelifeididntchoose.com</a>, and in person through speaking. In her spare time, Melanie loves hugging and playing with her two grandsons, sewing small one-of-a-kind handcrafts, and reading lots of books from many different points of view. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) This podcast episode was sponsored by Omnia Masoud in memory of her son, Ocean Yohannes Emru Campbell.  <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Connect with Melanie: <a href="https://thelifeididntchoose.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>  or on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/heartacheandhope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> The reduced cabin prices for joining GPS Hope on a cruise have been extened for two more weeks! <a href="http://gpshope.org/go/cruise" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get more information</a>! <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode/59?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sponsor a podcast episode</a> in memory of your child. <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Richard Elia was born on June 5 and is forever 40. Aaron Paige was born on June 6 and is forever 21. Kayla Ramos was born on June 7 and is forever 25. Ocean Yohannes Emru Campbell was born on June 7 and is forever 23. Tasha Nicole Busick was born on June 10 and is forever 40. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/214/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">214: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (with Melanie DeSimone)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

214: It Hurts When They Don't Understand (with Melanie DeSimone)

The death of one’s child is a grief like no other. As a bereaved parent, part of your very being has been cut off from you, and you must figure out how to live with that part of you missing. You will never be the same, but you can have hope that your life can still have meaning and purpose again, as you learn to live in a way that honors the life of your child instead of being stuck in the deep grief of his or her death.The Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast is an outreach of the national organization GPS Hope, which provides support and resources for bereaved parents, especially those who are struggling with their Christian faith after the death of their child. This show discusses many topics that only those who have lost a child can understand, and is hosted by award-winning author, speaker, singer and (most importantly) bereaved parent, Laura Diehl.

Last Sunday, May 28 was Pentecost Sunday. This is when the Holy Spirit fell on those in the upper room with power and anointing, fifty days after Jesus' resurrection. As believers in Christ, we are familiar with who Jesus is and what He did for us. We hear a lot about who God is as well. But how much do we know about the third part of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit, who lives in us when we receive the gift of salvation? Why do we need the Holy Spirit, and how can He help us in our grief after the death of our child? This is what Laura talks about in today's episode.   Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about Laura’s health journey. Click here to sign up to talk with Laura about having her as a health coach and have a health assessment. Send Laura an email to let her know you would like to join other pareavors working toward better health in the GroupMe app. Join Laura and Dave on The Grief Cruise! Click here for more information.  Birthdays: Jordan Kok was born on May 28 and is forever 33. Alayna Lisboa was born on May 28 and is forever 7 weeks. Kyle Enanoria was born on May 30 and is forever 11. Kyron was born on June 2 and is forever 18. James Manning was born on June 3 and is forever 2.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 213: The Gift of the Holy Spirit Within Child Loss appeared first on GPS Hope.

Last Sunday, May 28 was Pentecost Sunday. This is when the Holy Spirit fell on those in the upper room with power and anointing, fifty days after Jesus' resurrection. As believers in Christ, we are familiar with who Jesus is and what He did for us. We hear a lot about who God is as well. But how much do we know about the third part of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit, who lives in us when we receive the gift of salvation? Why do we need the Holy Spirit, and how can He help us in our grief after the death of our child? This is what Laura talks about in today's episode. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/health" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Laura’s health journey. <a href="http://www.calendly.com/gpshope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to sign up to talk with Laura about having her as a health coach and have a health assessment. <a href="http://laura@gpshope.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Send Laura an email</a> to let her know you would like to join other pareavors working toward better health in the GroupMe app. Join Laura and Dave on The Grief Cruise! <a href="http://gpshope.org/go/cruise" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more information. <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jordan Kok was born on May 28 and is forever 33. Alayna Lisboa was born on May 28 and is forever 7 weeks. Kyle Enanoria was born on May 30 and is forever 11. Kyron was born on June 2 and is forever 18. James Manning was born on June 3 and is forever 2. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/213/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">213: The Gift of the Holy Spirit Within Child Loss</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

213: The Gift of the Holy Spirit Within Child Loss

Nancy Weil

Do you feel guilty for laughing after your child died? Are humorous things that used to make you laugh no longer funny? How do we get past that? What if we don't want to ever laugh again? Laura's guest, Nancy Weil, is a certified laughter specialist, who combines it with being a certified grief worker. Laughter is something that is needed in our lives as soon as possible because of the physical, mental and emotional benefits it brings to the grieving process. Find out why and how in today’s discussion. Nancy Weil is a leading authority on the relationship between humor and grief, and is known for her energetic, entertaining and content rich programs. She runs a national virtual grief support group through her work with the Order of the Golden Rule, an association for independent funeral homes. Nancy is Certified as a Funeral Celebrant, Grief Management Specialist, and Laughter Leader.  She is the founder of The Laugh Academy and the author of, If Stress Doesn't Kill You, Your Family Might.   (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) This podcast episode was sponsored by Lester and Kathy Wilfong, in memory of their daughter, Jessi Wilfong. Links Mentioned in this episode: Listen to previous episode with Nancy: Can Our Children Still Communicate With Us? Connect with Nancy: website thelaughacademy.com or email nancy@thelaughacademy.com It is the last week to get in on the reduced cabin prices! Get more information to join Laura and Nancy on The Grief Cruise! Sponsor a podcast episode in memory of your child.     Click here to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Isaiah Santell was born on May 22 and is forever 16. Tyrin Carter was born on May 22 and is forever 19. Andrew Ricken was born on May 22 and is forever 35. Kyle Terry was born on May 24 and is forever 28. Jessi Wilfong was born on May 26 and is forever 20. Andrew LaPlante was born on May 27 and is forever 24.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope The post 212: Grief and Laughter (with Nancy Weil) appeared first on GPS Hope.

Do you feel guilty for laughing after your child died? Are humorous things that used to make you laugh no longer funny? How do we get past that? What if we don't want to ever laugh again? Laura's guest, Nancy Weil, is a certified laughter specialist, who combines it with being a certified grief worker. Laughter is something that is needed in our lives as soon as possible because of the physical, mental and emotional benefits it brings to the grieving process. Find out why and how in today’s discussion. Nancy Weil is a leading authority on the relationship between humor and grief, and is known for her energetic, entertaining and content rich programs. She runs a national virtual grief support group through her work with the Order of the Golden Rule, an association for independent funeral homes. Nancy is Certified as a Funeral Celebrant, Grief Management Specialist, and Laughter Leader.  She is the founder of The Laugh Academy and the author of, If Stress Doesn't Kill You, Your Family Might. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) This podcast episode was sponsored by Lester and Kathy Wilfong, in memory of their daughter, Jessi Wilfong. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Listen to previous episode with Nancy: <a href="http://gpshope.org/hope/podcast/190" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Can Our Children Still Communicate With Us?</a> Connect with Nancy: website <a href="http://www.thelaughacademy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">thelaughacademy.com</a> or email <a href="mailto:nancy@thelaughacademy.com" rel="noopener">nancy@thelaughacademy.com</a> It is the last week to get in on the reduced cabin prices! <a href="http://gpshope.org/go/cruise" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get more information</a> to join Laura and Nancy on The Grief Cruise! <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode/59?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sponsor a podcast episode</a> in memory of your child. <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to become a monthly partner, giving hope to other parents, or to give a special gift to keep this podcast going, along with providing  other needed resources to bereaved parents. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Isaiah Santell was born on May 22 and is forever 16. Tyrin Carter was born on May 22 and is forever 19. Andrew Ricken was born on May 22 and is forever 35. Kyle Terry was born on May 24 and is forever 28. Jessi Wilfong was born on May 26 and is forever 20. Andrew LaPlante was born on May 27 and is forever 24. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/212/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">212: Grief and Laughter (with Nancy Weil)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

212: Grief and Laughter (with Nancy Weil)

Kim Peacock

As parents who have faced the loss of a child, our world comes to a screeching halt. It can feel devastating to see life going on as normal with those around us. In today's episode, Laura's guest, Kim Peacock talks about this, along with dealing with the many triggering activities that go on this time of year, such as graduations and weddings.   Kim Peacock is the author of Victorious Heart, which details her handling of grief over the loss of her 17-year-old daughter. It also provides insightful advice for those seeking to support and help those who grieve. She has raised six children, residing with her husband, Larry in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. Kim is the CFO of Peacock Engineering, a cemetery construction company that specializes in cemetery improvement and expansion. Through her blog, Wild Victorious Heart, and her book and speaking, Kim acts as a grief mentor to others in need. She enjoys spending time with her several grandchildren, gardening and playing with the animals on her mini farm. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Click the link to connect with Kim: www.wildvictoriousheart.com Click the link to order Kim’s book on Amazon.  (Note: This is an affiliate link which means GPS Hope will recieve a small portion of the purchase price.) Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents.  Birthdays: Jordan Slusher was born on May 17 and is forever 21. Jason Turner was born on May 20 and is forever 36.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 211: When the Rest of the World Moves On (with Kim Peacock) appeared first on GPS Hope.

As parents who have faced the loss of a child, our world comes to a screeching halt. It can feel devastating to see life going on as normal with those around us. In today's episode, Laura's guest, Kim Peacock talks about this, along with dealing with the many triggering activities that go on this time of year, such as graduations and weddings. Kim Peacock is the author of Victorious Heart, which details her handling of grief over the loss of her 17-year-old daughter. It also provides insightful advice for those seeking to support and help those who grieve. She has raised six children, residing with her husband, Larry in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. Kim is the CFO of Peacock Engineering, a cemetery construction company that specializes in cemetery improvement and expansion. Through her blog, Wild Victorious Heart, and her book and speaking, Kim acts as a grief mentor to others in need. She enjoys spending time with her several grandchildren, gardening and playing with the animals on her mini farm. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Click the link to connect with Kim: <a href="https://www.wildvictoriousheart.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.wildvictoriousheart.com</a> Click the link to order Kim’s book on Amazon. (Note: This is an affiliate link which means GPS Hope will recieve a small portion of the purchase price.) <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jordan Slusher was born on May 17 and is forever 21. Jason Turner was born on May 20 and is forever 36. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/211/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">211: When the Rest of the World Moves On (with Kim Peacock)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

211: When the Rest of the World Moves On (with Kim Peacock)

In the darkness of child loss, we feel like we are wandering in a wilderness with no hope of ever getting out. It is a very vulnerable place to be, and the enemy knows it. In this episode, Laura talks about Jesus' wilderness experience at a time when He was also extremely vulnerable. There are several things that can help us as pareavors, when we take the time to really look at what was happening with Jesus at that time.   Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Please give a rating and review here on Amazon for Reflections of Hope. Get information about the last room available for the GPS Hope &amp; Healing retreat here. Join Laura and Dave on The Grief Cruise! Click here for more information.  Birthdays: Marc Cerundolo was born on May 7 and is forever 49. Michael Slater was born on May 8 and is forever 26. Sarah Wilber was born on May 10 and is forever 34.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 210: I Feel Like I Am Dying In the Wilderness appeared first on GPS Hope.

In the darkness of child loss, we feel like we are wandering in a wilderness with no hope of ever getting out. It is a very vulnerable place to be, and the enemy knows it. In this episode, Laura talks about Jesus' wilderness experience at a time when He was also extremely vulnerable. There are several things that can help us as pareavors, when we take the time to really look at what was happening with Jesus at that time. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Please give a rating and review <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C26823SY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_5FR4T0NQ6M8RWN4A225B" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> on Amazon for Reflections of Hope. Get information about the last room available for the GPS Hope &amp; Healing retreat <a href="http://gpshope.org/retreat" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Join Laura and Dave on The Grief Cruise! <a href="http://gpshope.org/go/cruise" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more information. <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Marc Cerundolo was born on May 7 and is forever 49. Michael Slater was born on May 8 and is forever 26. Sarah Wilber was born on May 10 and is forever 34. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/210/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">210: I Feel Like I Am Dying In the Wilderness</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

210: I Feel Like I Am Dying In the Wilderness

As a pareavor (parent who is bereaved of their child) we are broken. Deeply broken and our hearts are shattered. We don't think it is possible to ever have our hearts be put back together. In today's episode, Laura shares her thoughts and experience in being broken after child loss, and being okay with being broken. Today’s episode is sponsored by Stephen and Ariel Kostrna in memory of Milo Liam Kostrna. “From the moment we knew he was alive, we loved him. We felt such longing to meet him and to hold him, especially when we knew the time was drawing near. At last, our dear little boy was flawlessly born on May 3rd last year. We learned so much about him in those first few minutes. He was beautiful, he was cuddly, and we were and are so glad that he is ours.  Milo, we know you are alive, and we love you. We feel such longing to meet you and to hold you, I'm sure it will be especially strong when our time is drawing near. At last, our dear little boy will see his parents flawlessly born anew. We will learn so much about you in those first few minutes. You will still be beautiful, you will still be cuddly, and you will still be ours just as we are yours.” We love you, little boy.  Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Please give a rating and review here on Amazon for Reflections of Hope. Please share the following with others! Podcast episode 106: International Bereaved Mother’s Day Podcast episode 156: A Special Day for Bereaved Mothers A Letter to My Child on Bereaved Mother’s Day Click here to sponsor an episode in memory of your child.  Birthdays: Milo Kostrna budded on earth to bloom in heaven on May 3. Rosalie Marstall was born on May 4 and is forever 4. Blake Anthony Wellmaker was born on May 5 and is forever 28. Adam Walker was born on May 6 and is forever 28.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 209: Being Okay with Being Broken appeared first on GPS Hope.

As a pareavor (parent who is bereaved of their child) we are broken. Deeply broken and our hearts are shattered. We don't think it is possible to ever have our hearts be put back together. In today's episode, Laura shares her thoughts and experience in being broken after child loss, and being okay with being broken. Today’s episode is sponsored by Stephen and Ariel Kostrna in memory of Milo Liam Kostrna. “From the moment we knew he was alive, we loved him. We felt such longing to meet him and to hold him, especially when we knew the time was drawing near. At last, our dear little boy was flawlessly born on May 3rd last year. We learned so much about him in those first few minutes. He was beautiful, he was cuddly, and we were and are so glad that he is ours.  Milo, we know you are alive, and we love you. We feel such longing to meet you and to hold you, I'm sure it will be especially strong when our time is drawing near. At last, our dear little boy will see his parents flawlessly born anew. We will learn so much about you in those first few minutes. You will still be beautiful, you will still be cuddly, and you will still be ours just as we are yours.” We love you, little boy. <h5></h5> <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Please give a rating and review <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C26823SY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_5FR4T0NQ6M8RWN4A225B" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> on Amazon for Reflections of Hope. Please share the following with others! <a href="http://gpshope.org/podcast/106" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast episode 106: International Bereaved Mother’s Day</a> <a href="http://gpshope.org/podcast/156" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast episode 156: A Special Day for Bereaved Mothers</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/bereaved-mothers-day/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">A Letter to My Child on Bereaved Mother’s Day</a> <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode/59?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to sponsor an episode in memory of your child. <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Milo Kostrna budded on earth to bloom in heaven on May 3. Rosalie Marstall was born on May 4 and is forever 4. Blake Anthony Wellmaker was born on May 5 and is forever 28. Adam Walker was born on May 6 and is forever 28. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/209/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">209: Being Okay with Being Broken</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

209: Being Okay with Being Broken

The Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast's first episode was released on April 23rd, four years ago. Today you will hear Laura read the April 23rd entry in Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents, which talks about how our thoughts affect the process of finding our way out of the suffocating darkness of our grief.   Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. This is where you will also find how to participate in the preorder bonus of joining Laura live for four Mondays in May. BE a grieving parent sharing hope with a financial gift or become a monthly partner with GPS Hope here.   Birthdays: Jude Como was born on April 23 and is forever 19. Aminu Christopher was born on April 23 and is forever 41. Abigail Jane (Abi) was born on April 25 and is forever 18 months. Michael Roach was born on April 26 and is forever 28. Bradley Brown was born on April 27 and is forever 17. Christi Gayheart was born on April 29 and is forever 49.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.   The post 208: Our Dark Thoughts After Child Loss appeared first on GPS Hope.

The Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast's first episode was released on April 23rd, four years ago. Today you will hear Laura read the April 23rd entry in Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents, which talks about how our thoughts affect the process of finding our way out of the suffocating darkness of our grief. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. This is where you will also find how to participate in the preorder bonus of joining Laura live for four Mondays in May. BE a grieving parent sharing hope with a financial gift or become a monthly partner with GPS Hope <a href="http://gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jude Como was born on April 23 and is forever 19. Aminu Christopher was born on April 23 and is forever 41. Abigail Jane (Abi) was born on April 25 and is forever 18 months. Michael Roach was born on April 26 and is forever 28. Bradley Brown was born on April 27 and is forever 17. Christi Gayheart was born on April 29 and is forever 49. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/208/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">208: Our Dark Thoughts After Child Loss</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

208: Our Dark Thoughts After Child Loss

Sara Nelson

When we are faced with the shock of child loss, literally every part of us is out of whack   our thoughts, our bodies, our emotions, and even our relationship with God. Most of us start looking for some sort of hope, that life will not always be like this. We look for a way to try and make sense of why a good God would allow this to happen. Unfortunately, these things can be hard to find. For almost three years, Laura has been working on a book to help pareavors find hope in all these areas, and she is thrilled to announce that Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents is now available. In today's episode, Laura brings on two guests, Sara Nelson and Vickie Hickox, who were part of a team of twelve bereaved parents that stuck with her for over a year, reading every entry and giving valuable feedback. Sara and Vickie share their thoughts on Reflections of Hope, so the listeners can hear from other pareavors how this book will help them in this difficult journey, no matter the age of your child, how he or she died, or how long or short of time it has been. Sara Faith Nelson taught elementary and middle school grades for 15 years. Now she enjoys pursuing her love of writing. The primary focus of her writing has always leaned toward themes of hope, faith, and trust in the goodness of God. Since the death of her daughter and only child, she writes about her grief journey and surviving a devastating loss. She continues to write about trusting in God's goodness and grace while grappling with the hard questions. Sara and her husband, Dennis, live in Arizona. Vickie Hickox lost her son, Dominic, from this earth on June 22, 2019 from brain cancer, which sent her on a journey to rediscover who God is in the midst of such a horrible tragedy. She was a correctional officer in a county jail in Georgia for ten years and recently moved, continuing her career in Florida to be closer to her other children and grandchildren.  Whenever she can get away from her job, Vickie enjoys spending time with her family, and time on a beach somewhere. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)   Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. This is where you will also find how to participate in the preorder bonus of joining Laura live for four Mondays in May. Join Laura and Dave, as well as Sara and Vickie on The Grief Cruise in October! Click here for information.   Birthdays: Briana Martinez was born on April 17 and is forever 17. Christopher Schofer was born on April 21 and is forever 25. Adam Sharp was born on April 21 and is forever 19. Shannon Chevalier was born on April 21 and is forever 27.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 207: Reflections of Hope After Child Loss (with Sara Nelson and Vickie Hickox) appeared first on GPS Hope.

When we are faced with the shock of child loss, literally every part of us is out of whack our thoughts, our bodies, our emotions, and even our relationship with God. Most of us start looking for some sort of hope, that life will not always be like this. We look for a way to try and make sense of why a good God would allow this to happen. Unfortunately, these things can be hard to find. For almost three years, Laura has been working on a book to help pareavors find hope in all these areas, and she is thrilled to announce that Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents is now available. In today's episode, Laura brings on two guests, Sara Nelson and Vickie Hickox, who were part of a team of twelve bereaved parents that stuck with her for over a year, reading every entry and giving valuable feedback. Sara and Vickie share their thoughts on Reflections of Hope, so the listeners can hear from other pareavors how this book will help them in this difficult journey, no matter the age of your child, how he or she died, or how long or short of time it has been. Sara Faith Nelson taught elementary and middle school grades for 15 years. Now she enjoys pursuing her love of writing. The primary focus of her writing has always leaned toward themes of hope, faith, and trust in the goodness of God. Since the death of her daughter and only child, she writes about her grief journey and surviving a devastating loss. She continues to write about trusting in God's goodness and grace while grappling with the hard questions. Sara and her husband, Dennis, live in Arizona. Vickie Hickox lost her son, Dominic, from this earth on June 22, 2019 from brain cancer, which sent her on a journey to rediscover who God is in the midst of such a horrible tragedy. She was a correctional officer in a county jail in Georgia for ten years and recently moved, continuing her career in Florida to be closer to her other children and grandchildren.  Whenever she can get away from her job, Vickie enjoys spending time with her family, and time on a beach somewhere. (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to find out more about Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. This is where you will also find how to participate in the preorder bonus of joining Laura live for four Mondays in May. Join Laura and Dave, as well as Sara and Vickie on The Grief Cruise in October! <a href="http://gpshope.org/go/cruise" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for information. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Briana Martinez was born on April 17 and is forever 17. Christopher Schofer was born on April 21 and is forever 25. Adam Sharp was born on April 21 and is forever 19. Shannon Chevalier was born on April 21 and is forever 27. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/207/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">207: Reflections of Hope After Child Loss (with Sara Nelson and Vickie Hickox)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

207: Reflections of Hope After Child Loss (with Sara Nelson and Vickie Hickox)

Forever 29. Every parent who has lost a child from this earth knows exactly what that means. Since this is the birthday week of Laura's daughter, Becca, she decided to talk about how difficult their birthdays can be, especially when those around us think we should be  moving on  and don't understand why this day is still so important to us. Laura shares some encouragement in this area as well, along with various ideas on how to celebrate our child's birthday, even while deeply missing them. You will also get to hear Laura sing the entire song that she wrote,  I Remember Well  which plays in the background of each week's birthday segment. Today’s episode was sponsored by Dave and Laura Diehl, in memory of their daughter, Becca Diehl Howard. If you would like to sponsor a podcast episode for your child, click here.    Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out soon! To find out more about My Grief Journey for Kids click here. To go directly to order My Grief Journey for Kids and automatically receive the matching book for pareavors click here. (This offer is only good from April 9-15, 2023.)   (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Brandon Matos was born on April 13 and is forever 23. Becca Diehl Howard was born on April 13 and is forever 29. Mylei Birdinground was born on April 14 and is forever 15.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 206: Their Birthday is So Hard! appeared first on GPS Hope.

Forever 29. Every parent who has lost a child from this earth knows exactly what that means. Since this is the birthday week of Laura's daughter, Becca, she decided to talk about how difficult their birthdays can be, especially when those around us think we should be moving on and don't understand why this day is still so important to us. Laura shares some encouragement in this area as well, along with various ideas on how to celebrate our child's birthday, even while deeply missing them. You will also get to hear Laura sing the entire song that she wrote, I Remember Well which plays in the background of each week's birthday segment. Today’s episode was sponsored by Dave and Laura Diehl, in memory of their daughter, Becca Diehl Howard. If you would like to sponsor a podcast episode for your child, <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode/59?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out soon! To find out more about My Grief Journey for Kids <a href="http://gpshope.org/mygriefjourney-kids" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>. To go directly to order My Grief Journey for Kids and automatically receive the matching book for pareavors <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/mgj-kids-list-12-99/22?cs=true&amp;cst=custom" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>. (This offer is only good from April 9-15, 2023.) (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Brandon Matos was born on April 13 and is forever 23. Becca Diehl Howard was born on April 13 and is forever 29. Mylei Birdinground was born on April 14 and is forever 15. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/206/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">206: Their Birthday is So Hard!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

206: Their Birthday is So Hard!

1 Corinthians 15:55 is a verse we hear every year around this time at Easter, which says,  O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?  As parents who have lost a child, we can tell you exactly where that sting is, can't we? In this episode, Laura talks about this, along with some thoughts about how the death and resurrection of Jesus affects us in such a deep way after the death of our child. Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out in April.   (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Jonda Steinkamp was born on April 2 and is forever 4 ½ months. Amie Bichard was born on April 5 and is forever 45. Greg London was born on April 8 and is forever 34.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 205: Removing the Sting of Death appeared first on GPS Hope.

1 Corinthians 15:55 is a verse we hear every year around this time at Easter, which says, O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting? As parents who have lost a child, we can tell you exactly where that sting is, can't we? In this episode, Laura talks about this, along with some thoughts about how the death and resurrection of Jesus affects us in such a deep way after the death of our child. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out in April. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jonda Steinkamp was born on April 2 and is forever 4 ½ months. Amie Bichard was born on April 5 and is forever 45. Greg London was born on April 8 and is forever 34. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/205/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">205: Removing the Sting of Death</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

205: Removing the Sting of Death

This is the time of year we start heading into spring  at least that is what the calendar tells us. It might take a while for the weather to get the message though. God can use nature to teach us many things about life, as well as death and grief. Laura talks about this in today's episode, giving some comparisons with things in nature and the changing of the seasons to our grief, after the death of our child. Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out in April.   (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.)   Birthdays: Dakota Crandall was born on March 27 and is forever 25. Tommy Simmons was born on March 29 and is forever 59. Miles DiGiannantonio was born on March 30 and is forever 20 months.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 204: What Season of Grief are You In? appeared first on GPS Hope.

This is the time of year we start heading into spring at least that is what the calendar tells us. It might take a while for the weather to get the message though. God can use nature to teach us many things about life, as well as death and grief. Laura talks about this in today's episode, giving some comparisons with things in nature and the changing of the seasons to our grief, after the death of our child. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> <a href="http://gpshope.org/reflections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to know more about Laura’s book Reflections of Hope coming out in April. (GPS Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit and runs on the financial support of those who believe in passing along the hope they have received to others.) <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Dakota Crandall was born on March 27 and is forever 25. Tommy Simmons was born on March 29 and is forever 59. Miles DiGiannantonio was born on March 30 and is forever 20 months. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h4>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h4> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/204/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">204: What Season of Grief are You In?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

204: What Season of Grief are You In?

In this journey you feel so alone even though you are surrounded by people. To hear people talk about the same feelings and same type of grief is comforting.

Been so helpful

The death of one’s child is a grief like no other. As a bereaved parent, part of your very being has been cut off from you, and you must figure out how to live with that part of you missing. You will never be the same, but you can have hope that your life can still have meaning and purpose again, as you learn to live in a way that honors the life of your child instead of being stuck in the deep grief of his or her death. The Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast is an outreach of the national organization GPS Hope, which provides support and resources for bereaved parents, especially those who are struggling with their Christian faith after the death of their child. This show discusses many topics that only those who have lost a child can understand, and is hosted by award-winning author, speaker, singer and (most importantly) bereaved parent, Laura Diehl.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope

Since Easter is in just a few days, it seems like a good time to look at Mary, Jesus' mother, as a parent who lost her child. I had never taken the time to see Mary's life through the eyes of a grieving parent. But as I began to study it out for this episode, I was amazed to discover, based on what are told about her life, how many ways we can relate to Mary as a bereaved parent. Even beyond that, at first glance, it doesn't seem like there is much in the Word about Mary as a grieving parent that could help us much. However, if we look a bit deeper, there are three important things we can learn from Mary's life, that most of us can apply to our own deep loss. Links mentioned in episode Website: gpshope.org Heart Decal on the Hope Mobile Sponsor an episode in honor of your child  Birthdays: Greg London was born on April 4 and is forever 34. Michael Rhodes was born on April 11 and is forever 18. Malish (Caspian) Aurova was born on April 11 and is forever 9 weeks old. Megan Small was born on April 11 and is forever 21.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.   Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 51: Three Things We Can Learn from Jesus' Mother After the Death of Our Own Child appeared first on GPS Hope.

Since Easter is in just a few days, it seems like a good time to look at Mary, Jesus' mother, as a parent who lost her child. I had never taken the time to see Mary's life through the eyes of a grieving parent. But as I began to study it out for this episode, I was amazed to discover, based on what are told about her life, how many ways we can relate to Mary as a bereaved parent. Even beyond that, at first glance, it doesn't seem like there is much in the Word about Mary as a grieving parent that could help us much. However, if we look a bit deeper, there are three important things we can learn from Mary's life, that most of us can apply to our own deep loss. <h5>Links mentioned in episode</h5> Website: <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">gpshope.org</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/heartdecal/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Heart Decal on the Hope Mobile</a> <a href="https://gpshope.square.site/product/sponsor-podcast-episode-in-memory-of-your-child/37?cs=true" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sponsor an episode in honor of your child</a> <h5></h5> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Greg London was born on April 4 and is forever 34. Michael Rhodes was born on April 11 and is forever 18. Malish (Caspian) Aurova was born on April 11 and is forever 9 weeks old. Megan Small was born on April 11 and is forever 21. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h3> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/51/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">51: Three Things We Can Learn from Jesus' Mother After the Death of Our Own Child</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

51: Three Things We Can Learn from Jesus' Mother After the Death of Our Own Child

This is episode 52, which means this episode completes a full year of the Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast. Because of this milestone, we are taking a break from the current series to share some thoughts about the difference a year can make. Those of us who have lost a child from this earth are painfully aware of this. Usually after the death of our child, we can't see any movement toward healing, especially those first couple of years. We feel like whenever we take one step forward, we fall 3 steps backwards. It's too dark to make heads or tails of where we are or where we are going. While it is extremely important to acknowledge that part of the process in going through the intense darkness, it is also important to acknowledge that a lot is happening in that first year, even when we don’t think so. No matter how dark it is, each day gets us one day closer to the hope and the light we long for and desperately need. And as you begin to find yourself getting glimpses of hope and light in your life, another year can bring you to new places you never thought would happen, including the discovery of what you want to do to keep your child's memory alive, in a way that helps others and reminds them that your child lived, and his or her life still matters! No, our lives will never be the same, but we won't always stay in that place we started out in that first year, even though it may seem like it. Join host, Laura Diehl, as she looks at what a difference a year can make in getting past the horrible pain and to a place of hope, light, purpose and meaning again in our lives.   Links Click here to celebrate the one-year anniversary with a $10 gift (or any amount, including to become a monthly supporter). To contact Laura directly: laura@gpshope.org   Birthdays Becca Diehl Howard was born on April 13 and is forever 29. Carter Braun was born on April 13 and is forever 15. Brandon Matos was born on April 14 and is forever 23. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.   Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to The post 52: The Difference a Year Can Make appeared first on GPS Hope.

This is episode 52, which means this episode completes a full year of the Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast. Because of this milestone, we are taking a break from the current series to share some thoughts about the difference a year can make. Those of us who have lost a child from this earth are painfully aware of this. Usually after the death of our child, we can't see any movement toward healing, especially those first couple of years. We feel like whenever we take one step forward, we fall 3 steps backwards. It's too dark to make heads or tails of where we are or where we are going. While it is extremely important to acknowledge that part of the process in going through the intense darkness, it is also important to acknowledge that a lot is happening in that first year, even when we don’t think so. No matter how dark it is, each day gets us one day closer to the hope and the light we long for and desperately need. And as you begin to find yourself getting glimpses of hope and light in your life, another year can bring you to new places you never thought would happen, including the discovery of what you want to do to keep your child's memory alive, in a way that helps others and reminds them that your child lived, and his or her life still matters! No, our lives will never be the same, but we won't always stay in that place we started out in that first year, even though it may seem like it. Join host, Laura Diehl, as she looks at what a difference a year can make in getting past the horrible pain and to a place of hope, light, purpose and meaning again in our lives. <h5>Links</h5> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to celebrate the one-year anniversary with a $10 gift (or any amount, including to become a monthly supporter). To contact Laura directly: <a href="mailto:laura@gpshope.org">laura@gpshope.org</a> <h5>Birthdays</h5> Becca Diehl Howard was born on April 13 and is forever 29. Carter Braun was born on April 13 and is forever 15. Brandon Matos was born on April 14 and is forever 23. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h3> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/52/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">52: The Difference a Year Can Make</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

52: The Difference a Year Can Make

We are still in the series Parents in the Bible Who Lost a Child, and this week it’s time to look at Job. You are probably tempted to skip this one because it's easy to pass right by him, thinking we already know Job’s story. (He lost everything, had friends who didn't do a good job of comforting him, and then God gave him everything back Whatever !) Please stay with me for this one because… As I started really studying Job from the perspective of a parent who has had my own child die, it amazed me how much is there that we don't realize. In fact, there is so much richness and depth that can encourage us in our situation as bereaved parents (such as Job is someone who can identify with our suffering in the face of when it doesn't make sense, especially if we have held up our end in being a  good Christian ) that it will take two episodes to get through it. This week we are going start by looking at Job himself, and at his wife. Next week we will look at his so-called friends, God's response to everything, and then pull it all together. I believe both weeks will bring encouragement, hope and light, to help lift some of the heaviness in your soul after the death of your own child.   Links Mentioned in this episode: Find out more information about Pearls of Hope. Go to the web store to place your order or look at the jewelry options. Join us live this Saturday, April 25th at 4:00 PM Central, for the Pearls of Hope oyster opening.   Birthdays: Adam Sharp was born on April 21 and is forever 19. Christopher Schofer was born on April 21 and is forever 25. Abigail Jane (Abi) was born on April 25 and is forever 18 months. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.   Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 53: Trying to Find God in the Midst of Our Deepest Pain appeared first on GPS Hope.

We are still in the series Parents in the Bible Who Lost a Child, and this week it’s time to look at Job. You are probably tempted to skip this one because it's easy to pass right by him, thinking we already know Job’s story. (He lost everything, had friends who didn't do a good job of comforting him, and then God gave him everything back Whatever !) Please stay with me for this one because… As I started really studying Job from the perspective of a parent who has had my own child die, it amazed me how much is there that we don't realize. In fact, there is so much richness and depth that can encourage us in our situation as bereaved parents (such as Job is someone who can identify with our suffering in the face of when it doesn't make sense, especially if we have held up our end in being a good Christian ) that it will take two episodes to get through it. This week we are going start by looking at Job himself, and at his wife. Next week we will look at his so-called friends, God's response to everything, and then pull it all together. I believe both weeks will bring encouragement, hope and light, to help lift some of the heaviness in your soul after the death of your own child. <h5>Links Mentioned in this episode:</h5> Find out <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/pearls" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">more information about Pearls of Hope</a>. <a href="https://gpshope-pearls.square.site/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Go to the web store</a> to place your order or look at the jewelry options. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/gpshope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Join us live</a> this Saturday, April 25th at 4:00 PM Central, for the Pearls of Hope oyster opening. <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Adam Sharp was born on April 21 and is forever 19. Christopher Schofer was born on April 21 and is forever 25. Abigail Jane (Abi) was born on April 25 and is forever 18 months. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h3> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/53/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">53: Trying to Find God in the Midst of Our Deepest Pain</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

53: Trying to Find God in the Midst of Our Deepest Pain

In this new series, we will be looking at parents in the Bible who had a child die. I don't know about you, but there are so many things in the Bible that I see through new eyes after my daughter Becca died, and one of those areas is reading about the parents who lost a child and are recorded in God's Word. I find it pretty amazing that the first death in the Bible is one of the worst things that could ever happen to a person  not just the death of one's child, but a son murdering his brother! Angela Alexander is a bereaved parent and she has also gone through the horrible experience of her brother murdering her sister.  Back in 2017, I did an interview session with Angela for our Virtual Summit (an online conference I put together of 19 sessions with over 20 different speakers on all kinds of topics for bereaved parents). Part of this episode is an edited version of that conversation, when she shares about that murder and how it affected her family, especially her father. Her story is one of healing and redemption, which leads the way for many of us who struggle, especially if our child was murdered. April 1, 2000, while Angela was in Japan on military duty her family in California was involved in a fatal car crash. Sadly her two eight-year-old sons Murice and Roger passed instantly at the scene. One of the many miracles is God allowed both to write and leave behind incredible good-bye letters. Since then Angela has retired from the Air Force Reserve. Now she’s an Author and Inspirational Speaker of her amazing testimony titled, Miracles in Action Turning Pain into Power and Grief into Peace.   (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links mentioned: How to contact Angela Alexander: Angela@MiraclesInAction.com Miracles in Action 2017 Virtual Summit   Birthdays: Waylyn McRae was born on March 25th and is forever 17. Michael Young was born on March 26th and is forever 22. Dakota Crandall was born on March 27th and is forever 25. Tommy Simmons was born on March 29th and is forever 59.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.   Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 49: The First Death in the Bible was a Son Who Was Murdered (with Angela Alexander) appeared first on GPS Hope.

In this new series, we will be looking at parents in the Bible who had a child die. I don't know about you, but there are so many things in the Bible that I see through new eyes after my daughter Becca died, and one of those areas is reading about the parents who lost a child and are recorded in God's Word. I find it pretty amazing that the first death in the Bible is one of the worst things that could ever happen to a person not just the death of one's child, but a son murdering his brother! Angela Alexander is a bereaved parent and she has also gone through the horrible experience of her brother murdering her sister.  Back in 2017, I did an interview session with Angela for our Virtual Summit (an online conference I put together of 19 sessions with over 20 different speakers on all kinds of topics for bereaved parents). Part of this episode is an edited version of that conversation, when she shares about that murder and how it affected her family, especially her father. Her story is one of healing and redemption, which leads the way for many of us who struggle, especially if our child was murdered. April 1, 2000, while Angela was in Japan on military duty her family in California was involved in a fatal car crash. Sadly her two eight-year-old sons Murice and Roger passed instantly at the scene. One of the many miracles is God allowed both to write and leave behind incredible good-bye letters. Since then Angela has retired from the Air Force Reserve. Now she’s an Author and Inspirational Speaker of her amazing testimony titled, Miracles in Action Turning Pain into Power and Grief into Peace. <h5>(Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) </h5> <h5>Links mentioned:</h5> How to contact Angela Alexander: Angela@MiraclesInAction.com <a href="http://www.miraclesinaction.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Miracles in Action</a> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/virtualsummit/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">2017 Virtual Summit</a> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Waylyn McRae was born on March 25th and is forever 17. Michael Young was born on March 26th and is forever 22. Dakota Crandall was born on March 27th and is forever 25. Tommy Simmons was born on March 29th and is forever 59. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h3> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/49/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">49: The First Death in the Bible was a Son Who Was Murdered (with Angela Alexander)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

49: The First Death in the Bible was a Son Who Was Murdered (with Angela Alexander)

Did you realize that King Solomon was a rainbow baby? The scriptures that surround this situation can be confusing, and even hurtful, especially to those who have lost an infant. Podcast host (and ordained minister), Laura Diehl, spends most of the time on this episode doing her best to untangle these verses, giving listeners new eyes to see and know that God cares, and that He always has a plan for our lives and the lives our of children, no matter how long or short their lives were here on earth. This episode is part of the series Parents in the Bible Who Lost a Child. Links GPS Hope YouTube Channel Website: gpshope.org Email Laura Diehl: laura@gpshope.org Birthdays: Jonda Steinkamp was born on April 2nd and is forever 5 months old. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.   Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!  www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post 50: The Rainbow Baby in the Bible appeared first on GPS Hope.

Did you realize that King Solomon was a rainbow baby? The scriptures that surround this situation can be confusing, and even hurtful, especially to those who have lost an infant. Podcast host (and ordained minister), Laura Diehl, spends most of the time on this episode doing her best to untangle these verses, giving listeners new eyes to see and know that God cares, and that He always has a plan for our lives and the lives our of children, no matter how long or short their lives were here on earth. This episode is part of the series Parents in the Bible Who Lost a Child. <h5>Links</h5> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/gpshope" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope YouTube Channel</a> Website: <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">gpshope.org</a> Email Laura Diehl: <a href="mailto:laura@gpshope.org" rel="noopener">laura@gpshope.org</a> <h5>Birthdays:</h5> Jonda Steinkamp was born on April 2nd and is forever 5 months old. If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/birthdays" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here </a>to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard <a href="https://youtu.be/Qw9QPbFZwno" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!</h3> <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gpshope.org</a> To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered. The post <a href="https://www.gpshope.org/podcast/50/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">50: The Rainbow Baby in the Bible</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.gpshope.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GPS Hope</a>.

50: The Rainbow Baby in the Bible

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