Grief Ministry

  • January - May 2025 Brochure

  • Next Support Group Gathering

    Sunday, May 18, 2025
     12:00-2:00pm 
     St James Parish Hall or via zoom
     18228 CTH R, Denmark WI 54208

    "Gender Differences in Grief"

    When we look at the gender differences in grief, what is important to remember is that neither way is right or wrong, just different. It can be helpful to understand how these gender differences play a part in how we grieve. Men and women can learn from each other and ultimately, realize that understanding the differences and similarities can help us better support families, friends, and coworkers, both male and female. 

    Sessions are held in person and through Zoom.
     For Zoom link contact Mr. Tom Bekkers, Facilitator

  • Contact Us


  • An on-going Grief Support Group is offered for those who are mourning the loss of a loved one. If you or someone you know is grieving the death of someone close, please consider attending this group. They typically meet every-other month and dates and times are announced on this website, on Facebook, and in the bulletin. Since the pandemic began, a Zoom option has been offered in addition to gathering in person. This group is FREE to those who are grieving and their support people.
           Tom Bekkers, MSW, APSW, is the Facilitator, He is an Advanced Practice Social Worker with over 35 years of experience in professional counseling related to patients and family members faced with the challenges of health situations, lifestyle adjustment issues, death, and grief. Tom holds a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
           Tom is the co-author of “The Widower’s Toolbox:  Repairing Your Life After Losing Your Spouse” which helps channel men’s grief into constructive tasks and provides tools to enable bereaved men to recreate lives that can be fulfilling once again.
           Tom and his wife Patty have two adult children and live in Denmark. They are members of St. James Parish.