Due to COVID-19, grief is rampant across the world. As a result, there is an urgent need to address the ever-present sense of loss and despair that many may be feeling.

“We all need resources to become equipped on how to respond when those around us are hurting,” said Dr. Eric Scalise, Chief Strategy Officer for Hope for the Heart. “Learning what to say or what not to say and how to behave may be the most helpful thing we can do for those we care about.”

Hope for the Heart is hosting a virtual symposium, “Grief & Loss: Coping Day-to-Day in Our COVID World,” on May 26 to provide biblical hope and practical help for the everyday challenges that come with grief.

The live stream will benefit anyone who has experienced loss and is looking for hope and how to make sense of grief. It will also aid people struggling with pandemic-related losses or individuals wanting to help others or gain biblical insight on loss and God’s plan through grief.

“The Bible offers guidance and teaches us many lessons on grief,” said June Hunt, Founder of Hope for the Heart. “Diving into God’s word gives us a resource to cope with loss in the healthiest possible way.”

Today on Connections Dr. Eric Scalise shares why it's important to talk about grief and how we as Christians can come alongside those who are struggling.