A Time to Mourn and A Time to Dance

A biblical and practical approach to grief support for churches and congregations.

The Heart of the Program

Grief is one of the most powerful human experiences, yet it is often misunderstood, hidden, or silenced in the church. Many believers feel pressure to “move on” or “have enough faith” instead of being given the space to mourn.

Based on Ecclesiastes 3:4 — “a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance” — this program invites churches to embrace grief as both honest mourning and renewed hope.

Through teaching, storytelling, and faith-based tools, A Time to Mourn and A Time to Dance creates space for:

  • Authentic Grief: Understanding the emotions and struggles that come with loss

  • Faith in the Middle of Pain: Learning that grief and faith can coexist.

  • Legacy & Hope: Moving forward with meaning while honoring those we’ve lost.

What the Program Offers

  • Church Presentations & Messages – tailored for Sunday services, grief Sundays, or special events.

  • Workshops for Small Groups – interactive sessions for people navigating personal or family grief.

  • Leader & Staff Training – equipping pastors, ministers, and lay leaders to support grieving members.

  • Faith-Based Grief Tools – practical resources like The Visit Box and Go Not Gone Baton that create tangible ways for families to process loss.

Why Churches Need Grief Education

  • Congregants often grieve silently in the pews.

  • Grief touches every ministry: from youth and young families to seniors and caregivers.

  • Suicide, mental illness, divorce, and complicated loss are often avoided topics — but they are present in every community.

  • Churches are uniquely positioned to bring Christ’s love into the hardest moments.

Why Partner With Me

I am Regan Espinosa, a Certified Grief Educator and Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience walking with people through loss, transitions, and faith struggles. After the sudden loss of my father, I learned firsthand that grief is not just about endings — it’s about finding God’s presence and purpose in the middle of the pain.

I bring a message that is biblical, relatable, and filled with both honesty and hope.