A Compassionate Support Group to Help You Cope With Grief
Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition
Coping with death can result in stressful changes. Attempts to deny the pain and confusion of grief promote despair and loneliness. Gaining an understanding of the grief process in a caring and supportive atmosphere increases coping skills and leads to personal growth.
About Us
Grief is a universal experience
Churches in the Bloomington-Richfield area are working together to provide free support and education for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. You can start any series at any time. There is no commitment on attendance and no cost. Group meetings are held on Thursdays, 4:30‑6:00 PM
Each session includes:
Education presentation 4:30‑5:00 PM
Understanding the grief process and the many emotions involved in working through one's grief makes the journey less frightening. Guest speakers share their own experiences and professional knowledge on grief and loss.
Support 5:00‑6:00 PM
Small groups will be formed where the participants will have the opportunity to share their feelings and concerns with others who are also working through the grief process.
2023 Schedule
Thursdays, 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Winter 2023
January 5 through February 23
St Richard's Catholic Church
7540 Penn Ave S
Richfield MN 55423
[email protected]
Summer 2023
July 6 through August 24
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Oak Grove Presbyterian Church
2200 W Old Shakopee Rd
Bloomington, MN 55431
Spring 2023
March 33 through May 18
St Bonaventure Catholic Church
901 East 90th St
Bloomington, MN 55420
[email protected]
Fall 2023
September 21 through November 9
Christ the King Lutheran Church
8600 Fremont Ave S
Bloomington MN 55420
[email protected]
Spring 2023 Grief Series
March 30 - May 18
St Bonaventure Catholic Church
901 East 90th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420
4:30-6 p.m.
March 30 "Growing Through Multiple Loss" July Ditzler
April 6 Holy Week - no meeting
April 13 "How Families Grieve" Mary Anne Kelly-Wright
April 20 "Where Are We Now" Lizz Clavang
April 27 "Navigating Life After Loss" Erin Hente
May 4 "How to Go Back to Familiar Places" Rev. Kenneth DeFor
May 11 "Myths of Grief" Norine Larson
May 18 "Finding A Place for Joy in the Grief Journey" Dale Swan