Who we are
We are a voluntary parish based ministry. Our objective is to support the bereaved through the grieving process and our services are totally free of charge and confidential.
The name 'Bethany Bereavement Support Group' is derived from the story of Jesus' friends Martha & Mary who lived in a village called Bethany and grieved over the death of their brother Lazarus.

Our Mission Statement
'To provide a voluntary parish based ministry, which aims to support all the bereaved through the grieving process'

The Grieving Journey
Grieving is a natural process and is normally helped by the support and understanding of family and friends. Sometimes a bereaved person may need the support of a skilled person to help them journey through their loss in a positive way. Strong feelings such as anger, guilt, fear and depression are quite normal but need to be expressed, cried over; and put into perspective.

How we can help
Bethany volunteers listen with understanding and empathy. They accept those suffering loss as they are; and will support the bereaved for as long as they need. For information on our services please go to the “Services” link above or click here.

Information on Bereavement and Grief
For information on Bereavement and Grief please go to the “Tasks” link above or click here.

For Support
Please find your local parish group in "Contacts" link above, click here or contact the Helpline 087 9905299

To set up a new Bethany Group or become a volunteer
Please contact the Bethany helpline below, or your local parish group in the “Contacts” link above or click here.

For information on upcoming workshops please go to the “Events” link above or click here.

Contact the General Executive Council
General Executive Council
c/o Rathfarnham Parish Centre
Willbrook Road
Rathfarnham
Dublin 14.
Phone: 087 9905299
Email: bethanysupport@eircom.net