Partial Day Seminars

New Hope offers partial day Seminars to provide grievers with a general understanding of the journey of grief and is a great first step for those grieving the loss of a loved one. We also offer holiday-specific partial day Seminars to help grievers better navigate holidays and special days.

Beginning the Grief Journey Seminar (Spring)

This partial day Seminar provides an understanding of the basics of the journey of grief and is a great first step for those grieving the loss of a loved one. It covers a variety of topics to help participants understand their grief and gives practical tools to help navigate the challenges they face after loss. This seminar is offered in-person and virtually.

Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (offered in-person and virtually)

Participants seated at round tables in large room.

Beginning the Grief Journey Seminar (Fall)

This partial day Seminar provides an understanding of the basics of the journey of grief and is a great first step for those grieving the loss of a loved one. It covers a variety of topics to help participants understand their grief and gives practical tools to help navigate the challenges they face after loss. This seminar is offered in-person and virtually.

Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (offered in-person and virtually)

Male speaker in front of seated audience.

Hope for the Holidays Seminar

Grief is hard, and special days and holidays seem to make it harder. Our hope is to help you answer the question, “What can I do to navigate the upcoming holiday season or special days?” You can expect to leave this grief support seminar with practical tools and stories from those who have experienced loss and found Hope for the Holidays.

Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (offered in-person and virtually)

Two female speakers posting in front of podium.

Memorial Candlelight Ceremony

Holidays and special days can be difficult after losing a loved one, even years later. As we light a candle in memory of our loved ones, let this light represent our grief, our courage, our memories, our loves, and our hope for the future. Join us for this special ceremony to honor your loved one.

Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168