This course explores the experience of grief as a deeply spiritual and theological reality, attending to how loss reshapes faith, community, and the lived experience of God.
This course explores the experience of grief as a deeply spiritual and theological reality, attending to how loss reshapes faith, community, and the lived experience of God. Drawing on pastoral and theological resources, this course will offer resources both for those grieving and ways for caregivers and ministers to respond with faithful presence. Special attention will be given to the language, practices, and theological frameworks that help the bereaved in the midst of their suffering.
Short, seminary-style courses taught by Candler faculty and open to the public.
No quizzes, no homework. Just come curious and ready to learn.
Learn from faculty at the forefront of theological education.
Engaging, discussion-friendly sessions built for real conversation.
Bring your questions directly to the instructor each week.
Miss a session? Youโll receive a link to the recordings.
Earn continuing education units with an official Award Letter.
Join live from wherever you are. Each session includes time for questions with the instructor, and recordings are shared after class.
Full access to every live session.
Everything in the course, plus 0.5 Continuing Education Units.
Not at all. Courses in the Community are open to the public. There are no tests, quizzes, or required readings.
Registered learners receive links to the class recordings, so you can catch up on your own time.
Select โRegister with CEUsโ at checkout. There is a $25 processing fee, and an Award Letter is issued once the course has been completed.
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Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:45 pm EST: April 20 - May 9, 2027