While most Catholics belong to the Latin Church, there are 23 other Churches in full communion with Rome, each with their own distinct liturgies, traditions, and laws. Often called the Eastern Catholic Churches, these communities make up what Pope John Paul II described as the second of the Catholic Church’s two lungs. Join us for five sessions as we explore the rich mystical heritage of Eastern liturgy, prayer, and theological imagination that our Western perspective sorely needs.
In this episode, we welcome Christ the King’s pastoral care coordinator, Margaret Emsweller. We discuss the parish’s grief ministry, a resource for those who have lost loved ones, and she talks about her own journey through grief. I’ll offer a content warning for our listeners: we do discuss pregnancy loss, the loss of adult children, and the loss of spouses. If you are in need of support during a difficult time, you can contact Margaret Emsweller at margaret.emsweller@ctk-nashville.org.