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Tending to a Grieving Heart

  • Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road West Hartford, CT, 06107 United States (map)

Tending to a Grieving Heart

Saturday, March 29, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lisa Irish

You are invited to come apart, share time and sacred space with others who are grieving, and learn a little more about the Land of Loss. You know this place, however, you got here - through sudden death, lengthy illness, long ago loss, or a confused heart through non-death loss. All types of loss invite us into a place of healing and the kindling of hope. It is our "attending to grief " that allows new life to take root. This day will include presentation, sharing, prayer, and quiet time - all within the care of the Holy, who joins us in every moment.

Offering: $75, includes lunch


Presenter Profile

Lisa Irish, M.A., M.Ed., B.C.C.

Lisa Irish, M.A., M.Ed., B.C.C., is a spiritual director and supervisor with experience in hospital chaplaincy and retreat leadership. She offers compassionate understanding of loss, grief, and healing. Of her book, Grieving - the Sacred Art: Hope in the Land of Loss, Fr Richard Rohr says, “…the roadmap is wise, but sensitive – grounded in hope – and reminds us to rest in God’s healing love.”  Trusting contemplative practices, Lisa shares regular messages, “Glimmers,” at her website lisairish.com.


Dietary restrictions? Holy Family is committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, and to that end, we can accommodate most dietary needs. Please email Ted, our registrar, at tjastrzebski@holyfamilyretreat.org, if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, so that we may make preparations in advance of your retreat.

Earlier Event: March 28
Men's Retreat
Later Event: April 4
Men's Retreat