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In my previous post, I suggested some ways that the church can engage in grief ministry before tragedy happens. I remain committed to the idea that most grief ministry is preparatory, but I want to offer some suggestions for ministry at the moment (and throughout the season) of grief. These suggestions are not new, but they are those that I have found helpful both in personal experience and in my ministering to other grievers. Let me begin by explaining that, as in all of my

This blog was originally published in February, 2016. Since its publication, we have laid to rest my beloved grandmother, both of my fathers-in-law, and most recently my father—my best friend—this past October (2022), after a long and very difficult struggle with prostate cancer. The experience of loss to a long and difficult illness has led to some revision, but in large part the post is the same. I am more convinced today than before of the importance of formality (liturgy)

It is with great sadness that the Center for Christian Studies announces the passing of one of our inaugural board members, Mary Elisabeth “Libby” Weed. Libby’s life in this world was a demonstration of character formed by the grace of Christ. She was the very image of gentleness, kindness, patience, and wisdom. Libby was a remarkable Christian through whom the love of Christ was made manifest. When someone remarked to her husband, Michael, how kind and beautiful Libby was,