Hope United Grief Group

07/23/2026

Healing Takes Time Retreat

07/23/2026

Are you on a grief journey and looking for a peaceful weekend to be with others who understand what you are going through? Healing Takes Time Retreat, September 18-20, 2026, at The Franciscan Retreat & Spirituality Center in Prior Lake. Limited spots available and registration required. Here are a few pictures of the retreat center and over 40 acres of walking trails. Contact Marlene Hunt at 507-381-1177 or email [email protected]

07/15/2026

Did you know a lot of the Disney movies have a segment on grief? Listen to 'Do the right thing' in Frozen - where she thinks her friend Olaf has died. If you are on a grief journey, do the next right thing and sign up for the Healing Takes Time Retreat, where you will be with others who have experienced your type of loss. See prior posts for registration information. Make the choice.... do the next right thing. [email protected] or phone Marlene Hunt 507-381-1177.

"Frozen 2" is available on Disney+Together with Anna, Kristoff, O...

06/21/2026

Meet Donna & Dick Mathiowetz, who will be our team facilitators for the Loss of Child group at our September Healing Takes Time Retreat in Prior Lake, Mn. They are examples of surviving and thriving after the death of two sons. Donna's website: www.unfinishedbydesign.com Contact Marlene Hunt at [email protected] or 507-381-1177 for more information. Registration is required and we do limit the number of participants. Please share on your page!

06/02/2026

PLEASE SHARE: Registration is now open for men and women ages 18 and over for our 14th annual Healing Takes Time Grief Retreat. We do limit the number of participants, and early registration is recommended. Grief is not something we "get over" - it is something we learn to carry while continuing to live, love, and hope. If you are searching for understanding, encouragement, and connection, we invite you to join us for this meaningful weekend.

04/11/2026

Meet Ted Bowman, Keynote speaker for September 18-20, 2026 Healing Takes Time Retreat. Ted is a grief and family educator who specializes in change and transitions that lead to losses and grieving. He has over 40 years of experience teaching, consulting & writing (6 books) in MN and other states and many other countries, especially England, Scotland & Ireland. He is the father & stepfather of four children, and grandfather of five 'grand' children, four alive and one dead but alive in memory and love. His wife, Marge, died in July 2020. Their rich marriage of 41 years reminds him of the gifts of their lives, even as he grieves her death. The retreat is open for men and women over the age of 18. Registration will begin in June, 2026.

04/05/2026

"Wishing you a peaceful Easter, where your mind is calm, your heart is full, and your spirit renewed."

04/03/2026

02/20/2026

Mark Your Calendars for September 18-20, 2026 in which Ted Bowman will be our keynote speaker for our 14th Annual Healing Takes Time Fall retreat. Ted specializes in Grief and Loss, Resiliency Promotion, and Honest Hope. He has written five books in which one of my favorites is: Loss of Dreams: A special kind of Grief. He is the father and stepfather of four children, and a grandfather of five “grand” children, four alive, one dead but alive in memory and love. His wife, Marge, died in July 2020. Their rich marriage of 41 years reminds us of the gift of their love, even as he also grieves her death.
The retreat is held at the Franciscan Retreat & Spirituality Center in Prior Lake, Mn. Registrations begin in June, however, in the meantime I invite you to look up Ted's website for more information on grief and hope.