Coping with Life Alone in the Beginning” is an in-person, one-day grief support program to help participants come to terms with the loss of a spouse, whether through separation, divorce, or death, no matter when that loss occurred. It is intended for those whose loss is new, and/or for those not yet ready for a Beginning Experience Weekend. The session focuses on such topics as the grief process, changes in family and other relationships, trust, and coping with memories of the deceased spouse or dealing with the former spouse. The next retreat is scheduled for Saturday, July 30, 2022, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St. Peter Upon the Water Spiritual Direction Center located at 234 Indian Creek Rd., Ingram, TX 78025. The cost is $40. Participants are asked to bring their own lunches; drinks and snacks will be provided. This initial session provides a lead-in to the Beginning Experience Weekend scheduled for October 14-16, 2022; however, each program is independent of the other and participants can choose to attend either, or both. For more information and to register, contact Barbara at (210) 724-9269 (If no answer, please leave a message).