Bereavement

"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed." (Psalms 34:19)

About the Ministry

Holy Trinity’s bereavement ministry is dedicated to providing compassionate support and spiritual care to those experiencing the loss of a loved one.

Guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ and the principles of our Catholic faith we offer empathetic listening, a comforting presence, and practical assistance to help navigate the journey of grief.

Our ministry seeks to offer solace to the grieving, to honor the memory of the deceased, and to build a community of hope, healing, and faith.

Grief is deeply personal and often an overwhelming experience that can manifest in a wide range of emotions.

You may be dealing with great sadness, loneliness, confusion and even anger and/or guilt.

Our ministry  will allow the bereaved to find support through different grief groups that will meet for six weeks throughout the year as well as an opportunity to speak to individuals willing to share their own personal grief experience.

It is our hope that these options will provide space for healing and spiritual renewal.

Please click here for a list of additional grief resources. (N.B. These are links to third-party websites, and are not Holy Trinity Parish content.)

 

If you are interested in knowing more about volunteering with the bereavement ministry, please e-mail Lisa Colaianni or call 202-903-2808.

Hope for the Holidays

Saturday, November 23 | 10:00–11:30AM McKenna Hall

Holy Trinity’s Bereavement Ministry will be hosting a “Hope for the Holidays” grief session on Saturday, November 23. Memories are the strongest during the holidays. The loss of a loved one is difficult at any time, but holiday rituals and traditions can make it an especially stressful time. Joy is in the air, yet we may not feel it. Join us as we provide a space for grieving individuals while offering hope and comfort. You are not alone. We are a community here to support you during what may be a difficult time.

To register, please click here. For more information, please contact bereavementministry@trinity.org or 202-903-2808.

2025 Grief Support Group

If your loved one has died and you would like to meet with other parishioners to process your experience through the lens of faith, consider participating in a grief group.

  • A 6-week session will begin Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am - Noon.

For more information or to register, please contact bereavementministry@trinity.org or 202-903-2808.