Our Family's Experience with Grief

Send us Fan MailSometimes faith is tested most in the moments we least expect. Jim and Meghan open up about the sudden, recent loss of Jim's father, sharing an honest look at what it means to grieve as a Catholic family. From last rites at his bedside to the outpouring of support from their parish, they walk through how their faith carried them through this loss. This episode is a tender reminder that faith shows up most powerfully in our lowest moments.What’s in this episode:Why grief can look different within the same familyHow their parish responded in the hours after a sudden lossThe comfort of receiving last rites within hours of deathA father's eulogy built around two simple words: be thereFather Collin's continued care for their daughter in the weeks afterA parish ministry that provided a free reception for 100 guestsWatching three kids each grieve in a different wayLeaning on the Hail Mary and the surrender prayer in the hardest moments Looking for meaningful ways to deepen your family’s connection with God outside of Sunday Mass? Download our free guide to discover 10 practical and fun faith-based activities that will bring your family closer to Christ—no matter how busy life gets. From sharing gratitude at the dinner table to watching faith-filled media together, these ideas make living your faith easy and enjoyable.