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GriefShare Support Returns to Fairfield, California

Published: CAToday Editorial Team Community & Lifestyle
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Key Takeaways

  • The GriefShare series begins Sept. 14 at Holy Spirit Church in Fairfield.
  • Weekly sessions run through Dec. 21, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Room C.
  • The program is operated by Church Initiative, a nondenominational nonprofit serving more than 20,000 churches worldwide.
  • Details and facilitator contact are available at find.griefshare.org/groups/298071.

A Dedicated Space to Heal

Fairfield residents coping with the death of a loved one will have a structured support option starting next month. The next GriefShare series begins Sept. 14 at Holy Spirit Church, 1070 Texas St., and continues every week through Dec. 21.

Meeting Details and Schedule

Sessions take place in Room C at Holy Spirit Church from 7 to 9 p.m. The schedule offers a consistent weekly rhythm for people who are working through grief. Organizers encourage participants to attend all sessions to get the full benefit of the group experience.

A Nationwide Support Network

GriefShare is part of Church Initiative, a nondenominational, nonprofit ministry. According to the program's organizers, Church Initiative serves more than 20,000 churches worldwide, making GriefShare one of the most widely used grief recovery programs in the United States.

Local California Context

Fairfield serves as the county seat of Solano County, and Holy Spirit Church is located at 1070 Texas St. in the city's central area. Offering this series locally means residents do not need to travel outside Solano County to access grief support.

Background

GriefShare was created by Church Initiative as part of its video-based small group curriculum. The program pairs video teaching with group discussion and personal study, and it has been used in churches of many denominations across the globe.

Conclusion

For anyone in the Fairfield area who is grieving, this fall series offers a consistent, faith-based setting for support. To learn more about the group, including how to reach the facilitator and the topics covered, visit the official GriefShare group page at find.griefshare.org/groups/298071.

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