Books for Bereaved Parents

A companion for life’s most difficult times, revealing how grief can open our hearts to connection, compassion, and the very essence of shared humanity

Graham calls for Christians to confront the sobering face of death–realistically, but with the confidence that through Christ the final enemy can be conquered.

Written from a man’s perspective, this book helps a grieving dad know that he is not alone.

This book has riveted generations of readers with its descriptions of life in Nazi death camps and its lessons for spiritual survival. We cannot avoid suffering, but we can choose how to cope with it, find meaning in it, and move forward with renewed purpose.

In a life filled with uncertainty, Elisabeth Elliot clings to the God who never leaves her side

Words of healing from someone who has lost their own child.

Encouragement for a Woman’s Heart

At a time when nobody seems to understand, David and Nancy do. Let them, along with others who’ve walked this road, take your household from hurt to healing.

After losing two sons, Hinton wrote this for you to see life from a new perspective that moves far beyond the heartbreak of a child loss into the light of hope.

Written as a tribute to the thousands of donor families around the country that provide the gift of life through the selfless act of organ and tissue donation.

Keller shows there is meaning and reason behind pain and suffering and can be overcome only by understanding our relationship with God.

Dozens of mothers put their hearts into words to share with other grieving mothers.

Offers freedom from misplaced blame and is a brave invitation to embrace peace, joy, and wholehearted living once again.

Nine mothers whose children died as young adults lend comfort and direction to other bereaved parents in a chorus of supported voices. They share what to expect in the first year and beyond.

Offers a glimpse into the very real dimension of God’s reality. It encourages those recovering from serious injuries and those dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Following the loss of her 16-year-old son Ryan, Glenda began writing a blog to talk about her grief. What developed was a journey through her emotions, memories, and spiritual awakening.

Meeting the challenges every group faces.

After losing his mother, wife, and child in a tragic accident, Sittser wrote this book about coming to the end of ourselves so we can come to the beginning of a new life, one marked by spiritual depth, joy, compassion, and a deeper appreciation of simple blessings.

A Grace Revealed brings the story of Sittser’s family full circle, revealing God’s redeeming work in the midst of circumstances that could easily have destroyed them. As Sittser reminds us, our lives tell a good story after all.

Truths with emotional impressions

A Mother’s guide to grief and how to thrive after the loss of a child.

Within these helpful pages, the author skillfully offers the sure hope that life can be lived fully again while facing the truth that it can never be the same

This raw yet hope-filled book will help you cling to God’s promises when trials come and move forward with the hope of the gospel.

A memoir of holding on, letting go, and reclaiming the joy in the wake of loss.

This book will help you overcome your struggles and pain by changing the way you think about God, yourself, and your everyday life. Not self-help. God help.

After losing her son to suicide, Warren wrote this book to send your spiritual roots deep into the soil of God’s love so that you can develop convictions and certainties about Him that will become the source of your strength when happiness isn’t enough.

A faith-based guide to understanding and healing.

A memoir of loss and love.

After losing his son in a mountain climbing accident, he shares the depths of his grief and his faith in his future.

Support, Guidance, and Wisdom from others who have been there.

The death of someone we love cracks us open inviting us to become the person we were born to be.