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Hope After Child & Sibling Loss/the empty chair endeavor

The Empty Chair Endeavor
Hope After Child & Sibling Loss/the empty chair endeavor
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  • Navigating Grief: Insights from Melanie DeSimone, Dominic’s Mom
    In this heartfelt conversation, Melanie DeSimone shares her journey of grief after the tragic loss of her son, Dominic. She discusses the profound impact of child loss on family dynamics, the importance of community support, and the lessons learned through her experience. Melanie emphasizes the need for compassion, understanding, and practical strategies for navigating grief, while also highlighting her ministry, Heartache and Hope, which aims to comfort and support other bereaved parents.Share any comments here *** Please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast by clicking the link below. By doing so you help increase our visibility and discoverability for others, and we value your feedback! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-after-child-sibling-loss-the-empty-chair-endeavor/id1654053256You can contact us by email at: [email protected] through our parent organization website: https://www.emptychairendeavor.com/Our Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theemptychairendeavorIf you would like to share your story on an upcoming episode, please send us an email so that we can talk with you about it.Thank you for listening!
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  • Finding Joy in the Midst of Loss, with Linda Cook, Joscelyn’s Mom
    In this heartfelt conversation, Greg talks with Linda Cook about her journey of grief after losing her beautiful daughter Jocelyn in a tragic accident. Linda shares her experiences of navigating the complexities of loss, the impact of her faith, and the importance of community support. Through her story, she highlights the ongoing process of healing, the joy of remembering Jocelyn, and the legacy she continues to inspire in others.Share any comments here *** Please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast by clicking the link below. By doing so you help increase our visibility and discoverability for others, and we value your feedback! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-after-child-sibling-loss-the-empty-chair-endeavor/id1654053256You can contact us by email at: [email protected] through our parent organization website: https://www.emptychairendeavor.com/Our Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theemptychairendeavorIf you would like to share your story on an upcoming episode, please send us an email so that we can talk with you about it.Thank you for listening!
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  • Navigating the Journey of Child Loss with Kathe Wunnenberg
    In this heartfelt conversation, Greg talks with Kathe Wunnenberg, founder of Hope Lifters Unlimited, about her profound journey of grief and healing. Kathe shares her personal experiences with loss, including the death of her son and multiple miscarriages, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of grief and GOD’s goodness in our suffering. They discuss the importance of community support, the unique nature of grieving a child, and the role of faith in finding hope amidst pain. Kathe emphasizes the need for individuals to give themselves permission to grieve and to seek purpose in their loss, while also highlighting the significance of honoring memories and supporting siblings who are grieving. The conversation offers practical insights and encouragement for those navigating their own grief journeys, reminding listeners that they are not alone and that healing is possible.Share any comments here *** Please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast by clicking the link below. By doing so you help increase our visibility and discoverability for others, and we value your feedback! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-after-child-sibling-loss-the-empty-chair-endeavor/id1654053256You can contact us by email at: [email protected] through our parent organization website: https://www.emptychairendeavor.com/Our Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theemptychairendeavorIf you would like to share your story on an upcoming episode, please send us an email so that we can talk with you about it.Thank you for listening!
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  • The Impact of Grief on a Mom’s Heart with Christina Schuetz, Sylvia’s Mom
    In this heartfelt conversation, Christina Schuetz shares her profound journey of grief following the loss of her daughter, Sylvia, who battled congenital heart disease. Christina discusses the impact of this loss on her mental health, including struggles with PTSD, depression, and anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of community, faith, and open communication in navigating grief, and how these experiences have inspired her to write a book aimed at helping others through their own grief journeys. Christina's story is one of resilience, hope, and the ongoing process of healing.Share any comments here *** Please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast by clicking the link below. By doing so you help increase our visibility and discoverability for others, and we value your feedback! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-after-child-sibling-loss-the-empty-chair-endeavor/id1654053256You can contact us by email at: [email protected] through our parent organization website: https://www.emptychairendeavor.com/Our Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theemptychairendeavorIf you would like to share your story on an upcoming episode, please send us an email so that we can talk with you about it.Thank you for listening!
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  • “My heart no longer beats the same” with Felicia Cook, Corey’s mom
    In this heartfelt conversation, I talk with Felicia Cook, a mother who lost her son Corey to a fentanyl overdose. Felicia shares her journey through grief, the impact of losing a child, and how her faith has helped her navigate this unimaginable pain. She discusses the importance of community support, the complexities of mental health and substance abuse, and her desire to honor Corey by helping others facing similar struggles. Through her story, Felicia offers hope and insight into the healing process after loss.Share any comments here *** Please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy this podcast by clicking the link below. By doing so you help increase our visibility and discoverability for others, and we value your feedback! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-after-child-sibling-loss-the-empty-chair-endeavor/id1654053256You can contact us by email at: [email protected] through our parent organization website: https://www.emptychairendeavor.com/Our Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/theemptychairendeavorIf you would like to share your story on an upcoming episode, please send us an email so that we can talk with you about it.Thank you for listening!
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About Hope After Child & Sibling Loss/the empty chair endeavor

Shining the light of Hope into the darkness of grief to support and equip grieving parents and siblings in rediscovering meaning, purpose, and joy after unspeakable tragedy. Additionally, our mission involves educating the public about the life altering impact the death of a child has upon survivors, both parents and siblings, and equipping them to better support and minister to them. Join us as guests share their stories of heartbreaking loss and how God has shown up in their journeys to heal and restore broken lives. The host, Greg Buffkin, lives with his wife Cathy in South Carolina. Because Cathy and Greg lost their beautiful son Ryan to suicide in 2015, they understand the trauma and pain of losing a child. On a journey that began 10 years ago out of unspeakable trauma and brokenness, GOD has brought them through to a place of restoration, hope and joy with a passion to help other grieving families on their journeys.DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by our guests are not necessarily shared by this podcast or its host. We believe there is only one GOD: the Father, His son Jesus Christ, and His Holy Spirit (the Trinity). We also believe that the Holy Bible is the inspired, inerrant, eternal word of GOD which is our source of all truth.
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