Fall 2026
Growing Through Loss
Support Series
Six Week Grief Support
Speaker and Small Group Series
Host: St. Andrew's Lutheran Church
900 Stillwater Rd ~ Mahtomedi, MN
Tuesdays from September 22 - October 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 PM
FALL 2026 SCHEDULE
September 22
The Impact of Loss on Families
by Dr. Janice Nadeau, PhD
Psychologist, Family Therapist and Nurse Clinical Specialist
September 29
The Grieving Process as Seen Through the Eyes of the "Broken Heart Syndrome"
by Dr. Charles Bransford, MD
Retired Hospice Director
October 6
When Grief Boils Over: Navigating Conflict During Challenging Times
by Molly Darsow, MS
Founder and Mediator
Still Waters Mediation, LLC
Qualified Neutral under Rule 114
October 13
Coping with Loss During the Holidays and Special Dates
by Steve Sims, MRE, MA
Retired Hospice Manager, Chaplain, and Bereavement Coordinator
October 20
Secondary Losses - Grief Magnified
by Gina Germain McGovern, MSW, LICSW
Grief Counselor for Allina Hospice
October 27
Resiliency and Renewed Hope After Loss
by Rev. Dr. Karna Moskalik
Care Advocate and Published Author