“Finding Peace After Loss” Blog

  • Hopes versus Expectations

    Hopes versus Expectations

    September 4, 2019 Cari Henry, MD When we were deciding on the name for Sarah’s Hope & Abraham’s Promise, we chose Sarah’s “hope.” Not “laughter.” Not “desires.”  Not “dreams.” Not even “expectation.”  We could have chosen “expectation”—having the expectation to be...read more, click here.
  • Our Little Miracles: Baby Kate

    Our Little Miracles: Baby Kate

    by Jen Crowley August 21, 2019 Every life is, of course, a miracle. For those who have struggled with infertility, pregnancy loss, early infant loss, and the process of adoption, the realization of that gift is not lost. To at...read more, click here.
  • Wrapping our lost children in sacredness

    Wrapping our lost children in sacredness

    According to Webster’s dictionary, “refuge” means   that which shelters or protects from danger, or from distress or calamity; a stronghold which protects by its strength, or a sanctuary which secures safety by its sacredness; a place inaccessible to an...read more, click here.
  • Everything happens for a reason?

    Everything happens for a reason?

    There are many catchphrases offered when we are in the midst of suffering or in the throes of trauma. Generally, they are well intentioned and are meant to offer hope or inspire perseverance. However, I have found that many of...read more, click here.
  • Filling the Void

    Filling the Void

    Soon after we developed our Sarah’s Hope and Abraham’s Promise infertility programs, we realized the need for healing programs for those experiencing pregnancy loss. Certainly, this is inherent to the struggles of infertility, with many couples experiencing numerous miscarriages throughout their...read more, click here.
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About SHAP Pierced

The loss of a pregnancy or the loss of a young infant is devastating for the couples and even the whole family involved. Our Pierced programs address this pain through our Pierced retreats and memorial prayer services. 
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