Weekends for Parents Touched by Suicide

The While We’re Waiting Weekends for Parents Touched by Suicide are a recent addition to the retreats we offer. We recognize that the loss of a child to suicide is unique and that there is great value in hosting retreats that specifically address this situation.

This will be a very special opportunity to spend some unhurried, relaxed time with other parents who have experienced the loss of a child to suicide. We have found that there is no greater comfort than the fellowship of other Christian parents who truly understand the struggles that naturally accompany this type of loss. Our retreats offer that opportunity, and also provide a safe place to work through some of the questions and struggles we experience as grieving moms and dads who have lost children to suicide … all the while focusing on the hope we have of seeing our children again one day. There is so much encouragement to be found in spending time with other parents who truly understand our grief, but who also share the hope we have in Jesus.

These retreats are hosted at different venues in several different states. Each event begins with dinner at 5:30 on Friday evening and wrap up around 10:30 on Sunday morning. Lodging and all meals are provided at all of our venues, and there is no cost to attend any of these retreats.

Depending upon the location, these retreats are facilitated by Bob & Susan Wathen, Stephen & Linda Quinn, Miles & Lisa Armstrong, Kevin & Wendy Hammons and/or Hal & Elizabeth Barge.

Our facilitators are well-acquainted with grief and have a sincere desire to help other hurting parents, particularly those who have lost children to suicide. They are not professional counselors, just parents walking the same type of journey you are. Please do not consider attendance at a While We’re Waiting event as a substitute for professional counseling if you feel you are in need of that.

Our Facilitators

Bob & Susan Wathan are Hannah’s parents

Stephen & Linda Quinn are Samantha’s parents

Miles & Lisa Armstrong are Jacob’s parents

Kevin & Wendy Hammons are Hayden’s parents

Hal & Elizabeth Barge are John’s parents

While We're Waiting Weekend for Parents Touched by Suicide Registration Form

UPCOMING DATES & LOCATIONS
Please choose the retreat you'd like to attend.*
- October 14-16, 2022 - The Country Place in Moscow, Tennessee - This event is full and we are no longer accepting registrations.
- We are currently contacting parents on our waiting lists to fill suicide-specific retreats in 2023 and 2024 in various states around the country. Please check this option to be added to our contact list.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Your First and Last Name*
Spouse's First and Last Name (Only required if your spouse will be attending with you)

PLEASE NOTE: The board-approved policy states that couples who are not in a Biblically-based marriage may not share a guest room. These couples are welcome to attend; however, separate guest rooms will be assigned, if available. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
The Name(s) of your Child(ren) Who Died:*
Your Email Address*
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Your Phone Number*
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Address*
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Your Home Church*
Please tell us about your family ... including the child(ren) who died and the circumstances of the death. Include as much or as little detail as you wish.*
What are you most hoping to gain by attending this retreat?*
Do you have any accessibility or health issues of which we need to be aware? If so, please explain. If not, you may leave this section blank.
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY: By checking here, I agree to waive, discharge claims, and release from liability the While We're Waiting ministry from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from injuries, damages, or illness (including COVID-19) even if caused by negligence of While We're Waiting. I further hold harmless While We're Waiting from any claims, damages, injuries, illnesses, or losses caused by my own negligence while a guest at this retreat site. I understand and intend that this assumption of risk and release is binding upon my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, and includes any minors and/or guests accompanying me in activities associated with While We're Waiting events.*
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While We're Waiting Weekend for Parents Touched by Suicide Registration Form

UPCOMING DATES & LOCATIONS

REGISTRATION DETAILS