GriefShare Support Groups at Chesapeake Church

09/02/2026

From last night's session.... Everyone grieves differently. Everyone's journey is unique. But we don't have to do it alone. GriefShare is here for personal support. You're not alone. God's word promises "The Lord is near to the broken-hearted and saves the crushed in spirit." (Psalm 38:14)

09/01/2026

Tonight @ 7-8:30PM in classroom 3. All are welcome. You were not meant to do this journey alone.

08/30/2026

08/30/2026

A word from our Pastor, Angel Cartagena, on National Grief Awareness Day.

08/30/2026

Grief is everywhere, but it often goes unseen. National Grief Awareness Day, August 30, is an opportunity to better understand grief—and to remember the people around us who may still be carrying the pain of loss long after others have moved on.
Grief doesn’t follow a predictable timeline. It looks different for every person, and even from one day to the next. A grieving friend may need someone to listen, remember an important date, say their loved one’s name, or simply continue showing up.
And if you’re the one grieving, you don’t have to rush your healing or carry your grief alone. God sees your sorrow and draws near to you in it.
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” —Psalm 34:18
This National Grief Awareness Day, learn more about understanding your own grief and supporting others who are grieving.
📖 Read the full GriefShare article: National Grief Awareness Day: Understanding Grief and Supporting Others: https://heal.gs/4qHu0BA

08/27/2026

💜 National Grief Awareness Month
📅 August 17, 2026

Be Gentle With Yourself.

August is National Grief Awareness Month, and today is a reminder to offer yourself the same compassion you so freely give to others.

When someone you love is grieving, you would never tell them they should be "over it."

You wouldn't judge them for having a difficult day.

You wouldn't criticize them for crying.

So why do we so often speak to ourselves with words we would never say to someone else?

Grief is hard enough without carrying the weight of self-judgment.

Instead of saying...

“I should be stronger."

Try saying...

“I'm doing the best I can."

Instead of...

“I should be over this by now."

Try...

“Healing takes time, and my journey is my own."

Treat yourself with patience.

Treat yourself with grace.

Healing grows where self-compassion lives.

💜 Today, speak to yourself with kindness.

08/25/2026

TONIGHT! New 13-week cycle starts this evening, Tuesday 8/25, 7-8:30PM in Classroom 3. It's not too late to join us. You'll find lots of friendly faces, love and support on your grief journey. We've been there, too.

08/23/2026

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08/20/2026

We want to provide you with the tools to move through seasons of hardship with God. Our Support Groups provide a safe and encouraging environment for people to grow, heal, and connect with others.

Two of the groups we will be offering this fall are GriefShare, for those who are experiencing grief as a result of the death of a loved one, and DivorceCare, for those who are navigating the path to recovery after separation or divorce.

To learn more about all of our Support groups and register, visit chesapeakechurch.org/groups.

08/18/2026

New session starts in one week!
Tuesdays, August 25th - November 24 : 7-8:30PM
Childcare & scholarships available.
Registration link in first comment.