Share the comfort you’ve received

You know the relief of being with people who understand grief—and can help. Consider sharing that comfort and support with others by volunteering with GriefShare.

Find out if you’re ready to volunteer

Help others heal

Every measure of comfort you receive is like a seed—the more you share these seeds with others, the more they bloom into hope and healing in yourself and those you’re comforting.

Discover how God can use you to bless others.

First steps

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1. Attend GriefShare
Complete one to two 13-week group cycles

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2. Take the assessment
Answer questions to gauge your grief progress

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3. Talk with your leader
Discuss your assessment results with your leader or pastor*

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4. Begin training
When you are ready, start training to serve with GriefShare

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5. Start serving
You can help with leading, hospitality, meeting prep, etc.

* Since GriefShare is hosted by the local church, it will ultimately be up to your church leaders to decide where you’d best fit in serving.

Is the time right?

This tool will help you gauge your grief progress and determine if you’re ready to start serving with GriefShare.

More ways to get involved

Whether you prefer to lead a group or be behind-the-scenes, GriefShare has a place for you. Here are a few ways you can volunteer:

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Group facilitator
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Welcome team /Registration
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Refreshments
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If you’re ready to volunteer

If you’ve completed 1–2 cycles of GriefShare, the “Take the Next Step” guide can help you get started in serving.

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Fill out the form to download.
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Volunteer for a group

Find a group near you and talk with a leader about volunteering for the group

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Host a group

Talk with your pastor about starting a GriefShare ministry at your church

The blessings of giving back

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“I want others to know that there is hope and God is faithful. I took GriefShare several times and then became a facilitator, so I can help others with the same help I received.” Ginny, GriefShare facilitator & past participant

Not ready yet?

If you don’t feel ready to volunteer with GriefShare, that’s okay! There are other ways you can share comfort with people who need it.

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Encourage
Follow and share the GriefShare Facebook page on your social media to encourage others.

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Share
Forward the GriefShare daily emails to people who could benefit from them.

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Gift
Give the Reflections journal to people you know who are grieving a loss.

Is the time right?

These questions will help you determine if you’re ready to start serving with GriefShare.

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