Losing a child is one of the most heartbreaking and lonely experiences a person can face. For those of us who have suffered this loss, we know how important it is to have someone to talk to, especially someone who has “walked in our shoes.” God has led us to begin a ministry here at Good Hope called Glory Babies to support mothers who have suffered miscarriages, stillbirths, or infant deaths. Our purpose is to provide a safe place where mothers can grieve and talk with others who have had similar experiences, allowing Jesus to heal broken hearts. It will also be a place to remember and celebrate their precious children. Everything shared in the meeting will be kept confidential. You do not have to be a member of a local church to attend our meetings. Everyone is welcome.
We meet the first Monday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in room 107 of the Church Sanctuary Building.
If you know of someone who has experienced loss or if you want more information about the Glory Babies Ministry, please contact Mona Kelly, Liz Zadiets, Christy Evers, or Heather Heinzel. Our phone number is 919-210-0827. You may also send an email to
Glory Babies began in January 2001 in Tyler, Texas, as a part of the national organization Children Are a Gift Foundation (http://www.childrenareagift.com). This website provides links to various resources, an outlet to share stories, a memorial page, a birthday calendar, confidential prayer requests with scripture references, information on how to get off baby product mailing lists, and other helpful resources. Currently, our group is the only chapter in North Carolina.
"God heals the brokenhearted." - Psalm 147:3
People often ask us how can we help our friends during this difficult time. While there is no simple answer, perhaps these thoughts can give some guidance:
The death of a baby whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, or in early infancy is painful. Parents, family, and friends need time to process and to grieve. Grieve with them just as you would grieve with someone whose spouse or other family member has died. Take food if they need it, send cards, offer support, and be willing to listen.
Please avoid saying things like
§ This is part of God’s plan (we don’t know God’s plan).
§ You are young and can have another child.
§ Perhaps the baby was unhealthy.
Also, please avoid sharing stories that you have heard about other “similar” situations.
Instead, ask them how you can help. If they tell you there is nothing you can do right now, don’t be offended or feel that you’re not needed. Sometimes the person grieving needs to do the very things we are offering to do as a way of healing. As the weeks and months pass continue to support them through calls, visits, cards, and prayer. Never underestimate the power of prayer.
Don’t put a time limit on their grief. We each grieve in our own time and our own way according to God’s timing.
Ask God to guide in your words and actions. If you do, you cannot go wrong.