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Reconnecting After Hurricane Helene: Reaching from the Mountains to Friends Near and Far
The rhythms of life in Western North Carolina shifted dramatically when Hurricane Helene swept through our mountain community this...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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From My Heart to Yours: Coping after Suicide Loss
CW: suicide loss Losing someone to suicide is one of the most painful experiences imaginable. The grief can feel like a relentless...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 9, 20244 min read
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Advocating for Change: A Timeline of Efforts in Suicide Prevention on the Federal Level
CW: suicide, mental health Have you ever wondered how suicide prevention became a national priority? Have you also wondered how it can be...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Mar 28, 20243 min read
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Finding Comfort in Hard Times: Reiki for Grief Support
Losing a loved one brings profound pain. Whether from death, a breakup, or changing life circumstances, grief expresses the depth of our...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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Reducing Stigma by Learning the Facts: Suicide Myth-Busting
Losing a loved one to suicide spurs countless questions around the “why” and “how”. In our search for answers, misunderstandings arise...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Feb 22, 20243 min read
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Unveiling the Heart: Navigating Emotions after Suicide Loss
In the silent aftermath of losing a loved one to suicide, emotions become a turbulent sea, with waves of guilt, anger, and profound grief...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Jan 25, 20244 min read
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Winter Solstice Blessings for the Grieving Among Us
As winter's embrace settles upon us, and the world seems to slow down, the Winter Solstice arrives as a symbol of both darkness and the...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Dec 21, 20232 min read
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Navigating the Winter Blues: Tools and Tricks for Survivors of Suicide Loss
The winter season can be particularly challenging for survivors of suicide loss, as the shorter days and colder weather can amplify...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Dec 7, 20234 min read
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Navigating Anniversaries and Holidays: Tips for Survivors of Suicide Loss
Losing a loved one to suicide is an indescribable and painful experience that leaves a lasting impact on those left behind. The American...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Nov 23, 20234 min read
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Strength Through Loss: The Unmatched Resilience of Survivors of Suicide Loss
The human spirit possesses an incredible capacity for resilience, and perhaps nowhere is this more evident than in the lives of survivors...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Nov 16, 20232 min read
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Power in Words: Affirmations for Coping with Suicide Loss
If you've lost a loved one to suicide, you know the depths of sorrow that can surround you, especially in the first few months after the...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Sep 21, 20232 min read
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Navigating the Gift of Support: Witnessing a Friend Through the Loss of a Loved One to Suicide
The loss of a loved one to suicide is a heartbreaking and complex experience that requires careful support from friends and family. When...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Aug 31, 20234 min read
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