“I became a widow at age 55, suddenly alone, vulnerable, and exhausted. My family all lived in distant states, and every friend became a stranger, speaking a foreign language and moving with blinding speed. I kept my door locked, the lights off, and sobbed, worried, slept, or paced.

Somehow I had kept a small blue brochure from the memorial service about a six week bereavement class, and signed up in desperation. From the very first class, Sister Rose began to slowly and gently guide us through the debilitating swamp and thicket of grief. Being in the presence of this gifted healer, and sharing the fears of others left hopeless, brought me true understanding and comfort.

Now, 17 months later, I carry my grief with me wherever I go, but I have been given the knowledge and support to begin mending my own broken heart.”

Anita Jones