Emphasis Preaching Journal

The local hospital of our city, in conjunction with the clergy association, sponsored a workshop for grieving people who have lost their spouses. Several people spoke about their hurtful experiences and how they have coped with their sorrows. Surprisingly, all of them were somewhat critical of the clergy for failing to be present and provide more spiritual support in their time of need. At the next clergy meeting, some members advocated more workshops for in-service training, and additional classes for theologically and psychologically assisting the grieving people.