Episode 144: Ministering to Families Through Grief and Loss with Catherine Fereday

In this episode of the KidzMatter Podcast, join us as we delve into the crucial topic of ministering to families through grief and loss with the insightful Catherine Fereday. With a wealth of experience in children's and family ministry, Catherine shares invaluable insights and strategies for creating a supportive environment for families grappling with grief.From understanding the unique needs of grieving children to facilitating impactful family grief workshops within church communities, Catherine provides practical guidance on how to navigate this sensitive terrain with compassion and empathy. Discover key considerations for supporting families through grief, including the role of resources and the importance of ongoing support beyond immediate crisis intervention.Whether you're a seasoned children's minister or someone seeking to better support grieving families within your community, this episode offers tangible advice and actionable steps to walk alongside families in their journey through grief and loss. Don't miss out on this transformative conversation that equips you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing some of life's toughest challenges.Resources:A printable PDF:https://southeastkids.com/shared/TipsforHelpingYourChildGrieve.pdf Other resources:Remembering My Someone Special (Children’s Grief Journal):https://www.godswordintime.com/products/book-ssd22sc?variant=42397577281726 Someday Heaven:https://www.christianbook.com/someday-heaven-larry-libby/9780310701057/pd/01055?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=childrens-books-0-20%7C01055&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&cb_src=google&cb_typ=shopping&cb_cmp=1331660377&cb_adg=50830939382&cb_kyw=&utm_medium=shopping&snav=GMERCH&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvurlq5T2hAMVbRWtBh3LVgDgEAQYAyABEgICi_D_BwE The Moon is Always Round (infant loss):https://newgrowthpress.com/children-books/picture-books/the-moon-is-always-round/?setCurrencyId=1&sku=9781645070276&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiq_FxZT2hAMVLR6tBh0okQDKEAQYAyABEgIaePD_BwE Caring for the Souls of Children (I got this one at KidzMatter last year and loved it!):https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/biblical-counseling-books/caring-for-the-souls-of-children-a-biblical-counselors-manual/🔌 Connect with all of the KidzMatter resources in our free KidzMatter Community.📌 SUBSCRIBE for weekly podcast episodes.YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Other platforms: kidzmatter.com/podcast📫 Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know about all of our LIVE events.🎟️ JOIN US at the KidzMatter Conference 2026 — NEXT — October 6–8 in Evansville, IN.🌎 Discover more children's ministry tools, training, and curriculum: kidzmatter.com📱Follow KidzMatter:   Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Join our Facebook Community