Grief is a journey that reshapes us, and no one understands that better than Erin Nelson, co-author of When Grief Comes Home, which releases today. In this first episode of season 16, Erin shares her powerful story of loss—from the devastating plane crash that took her first husband’s life to the later loss of her son, Carter. Through these tragedies, she discovered the deep need for grief support, leading her to found Jessica’s House, a ministry that walks alongside children and families experiencing loss.
We’ll talk about:
•How Erin turned her own grief into a ministry of healing.
•The importance of community and faith in navigating loss.
•Misconceptions about grief and why it’s not a linear process.
•Practical ways to support grieving children and families.
•The powerful acronym C.A.R.E. for grieving parents.
If you or someone you love is walking through grief, this conversation is a reminder that you are not alone—and healing, though hard, is possible.
Bio:
Erin Nelson is the founder and executive director of Jessica's House, a grief support center for children and families. Through the tragic losses of her husband in a mid-air collision, her mother to suicide, and her son in a car accident, Erin has learned the importance of grief support for children and teens. She is an advanced certified trauma practitioner through the National Institute of Trauma and Loss in Children and has been supporting grieving families for more than 20 years.
Anchor Verse:
2 Corinthians 1: 3-4
Connect with Erin and Jessica's House:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinleighnelson
FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/189Gk9gP9g/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Amazon link: When Grief Comes Home: A Gentle Guide for Living Through Loss While Supporting Your Child
Jessica’s House:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/14mwJ1UzsL/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Website: https://www.jessicashouse.org
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