GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays

GriefShare's Surviving the Holidays is a single, roughly two-hour gathering designed to help people who are grieving the death of a loved one navigate an especially hard time of year. Hosted by The Gathering Church in Portland, the session combines a short video featuring practical guidance from counselors and others who have experienced loss with time for group discussion and support in a caring, low-pressure setting. Attendees learn concrete strategies for handling holiday gatherings, managing difficult emotions and relationships, and finding moments of hope amid the season. Each participant receives a small book, How to Survive the Holidays, filled with encouragement and practical ideas to take home. The event is open to anyone coping with grief, whether the loss is recent or years past, and no prior GriefShare attendance is required. The cost is $12 and includes the survival guide, with scholarships available so cost is not a barrier. Registration is encouraged to reserve a spot.