Empowered by Christ, the Spiritual Life Center offers hope and guidance for the curious and grieving.
• This is a ministry of care, not professional therapy.
• Every grief journey is unique—there’s no “right” way to grieve.
• Sharing stories and listening without judgment brings comfort
and connection.
• Grief is hard work, but no one has to walk alone.
• Together, we learn tools and practices to navigate loss and
rediscover life.
• Confidentiality is essential—what’s shared stays within the group.
Our purpose: To move from pain and isolation toward healing, community, and renewed life.
WHAT IS GRIEF SUPPORT?
Grief Support offers care for those facing the pain of loss—whether through death or other significant life changes. Grief is a natural response to loss.
This ministry provides tools, guidance, and a safe, confidential space for healing. Here, you’ll find compassionate emotional and spiritual support.
Let us walk with you.
ABOUT US
Stephanie Wall, Certified Bereavement Specialist, is a GPC member, who is also an PCUSA Ruling Elder & Deacon. She previously served Germantown Presbyterian Church as Director of Congregational Care and later as Director of Youth and Family Ministries.
Stephanie is certified by The American Academy of Grief Counseling, The American Institute of Health Care Providers, a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, The Grief Recovery Institute and A Certified QPR (Question-Persuade-Refer) Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper. The role of the Bereavement Specialist, is to oversee and ensure implementation of all aspects of the Grief Support Ministry.
Grief Ministry Support Assistant Facilitators
The role of the Grief Ministry Support Assistant Facilitator is to work alongside the Bereavement Specialist.
Currently serving in this role:
- Beth Brock
GPC member, PCUSA Ruling Elder & Deacon. Beth is a former member of Board of Directors of the Memphis Crisis Center. - Linda Oakes
GPC Member and PCUSA Deacon. Linda is a retired nurse from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
SERVICES OFFERED
- Support Group Format
The Grief Support Group which ordinarily meets the 2nd Thursday evenings (5:00- 6:30 pm) of each month. The Grief Support Group is open to GPC members, and the community at large. -
Individual Counseling Sessions
One-on-one is offered to those for whom the group setting does not work, or who need additional individualized time to move through their grief. In this format, individuals contact and schedule meetings with Stephanie Wall, Certified Bereavement Specialist.We also hold periodic Educational and Support Forums related to aspects of grief and bereavement, offered for those who are grieving significant loss.
QUESTIONS & APPOINTMENTS
Individual grief counseling sessions may be scheduled by emailing Stephanie Wall, Bereavement Specialist.
DONATIONS
In order to sustain the ministry, we ask for a $50.00 donation per session.
- Pay online
- Cash or Check
- Checks are to be written to the Spiritual Life Center with Grief Counseling noted in the memo line. If mailed, please send to Germantown Presbyterian Church, 2363 S Germantown Rd, Germantown, TN 38138.