Spiritual Grief Support Groups

Life After Loss: A Group for the Bereaved

• This is a faith based six-week program designed for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one through death. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and at least 3 months past their immediate loss/bereavement. Programs are held at different churches throughout the year. This program is held at the following churches:

  • Howard United Methodist Church – Contact Craig Rose at CraigQR@yahoo.com or 814-933-7333.

  • South Eagle Valley Charge United Methodist Church - Contact Rev. Karen L. Weiss at kweiss@susumc.org or 814-883-7595, Angela Jodon at ajodon1@verizone.net or 814-876-4778, or Lillie Richards at 814-933-2088.

  • St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and Wesley Foundation – Contact Renae Schunk at 814-237-2163, ext. 152 or at rschunk@stpaulsc.org. Spring 2025 dates are March 23, March 30, April 6, April 13, April 27, & May 4. The program is held from 12pm-2:30pm. Please RSVP by March 17, 2025.

Spiritual Grief Support Organizations

Catholic Charities, Inc. of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown

• Bellefonte Office: Call (814) 353-0502, or visit dioceseaj.org/catholic-charities for more information

• Catholic Charities provides a caring professional response to people faced with a variety of challenging situations, including grief and loss of loved ones. All persons receiving services will be treated with respect and a promise of confidentiality limited only by applicable federal and state laws.