Iron Rod Press Newsletter Vol. 1, No. 16

A Chair of Charity

October 14, 2025 - As followers of Jesus Christ, we are to "mourn with those who mourn and comfort those who stand in need of comfort." While this may feel like a simple instruction, some times we just don't know what to say.

Here are a few thoughts that might help.

1. While you may feel uncomfortable approaching someone in mourning, the worst thing to do is to do nothing. See past your discomfort to reach out to comfort them.
2. If someone has lost a loved one, speak that person's name. Your friend or family member wants to know that their loved one has not been forgotten.
3. Recognize that their pain will last long after the funeral or initial event. Check in with them on a regular basis for as long as it takes.
4. Recall your own difficult experiences, not to share with those in mourning, but to tap into your own feelings of loss. The circumstances may be different, but this will help to empathize with others in their time of need.
5. Don't be afraid of strong emotions (sadness, anger, fear) that those grieving may express. It's not directed toward you. But you can sit with them in all those emotions.

It's not easy to be a disciple of Christ when it comes to the pains and sorrows of others. But it is possible.

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So until next time, always keep your eye on the One that loves you most. Ciao!

Janine

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