GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays Workshop
November 1, 2025 10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM

Surviving the Holidays with GriefShare
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one and wondering how to navigate the upcoming holidays? Join us for a special workshop designed to help you manage Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day in a healthy way.
Event Details
What: "Surviving the Holidays" – A GriefShare Workshop
Who: Open to anyone grieving or seeking to understand grief during the holidays. No prior GriefShare attendance required.
Facilitators:
Dr. Susan Zonnebelt-Smeenge, R.N., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Robert DeVries, Pastor and Seminary Professor (Emeritus)
What to Expect
Watch GriefShare’s “Surviving the Holidays” video
Learn practical tips to plan and manage the holidays
Discover ways to honor your loved one and grow through the season
Participate in a candle-lighting ceremony to remember your loved one
Enjoy light refreshments
Contact Information
For more details, please contact:
Dr. Susan Zonnebelt-Smeenge: 616-780-1082
Dr. Robert DeVries: 616-780-5433
Rev. Glenn Ray: 770-971-2880
Join Us!
This is a free event for anyone in the community who is grieving and looking for support. Come learn how to approach the holidays with hope and healing.
