Staying Connected, Heart to Heart.

June Newsletter

Our monthly newsletter is a source of inspiration, connection, and valuable resources! Each issue is crafted to align with our mission, bringing you uplifting stories, thought-provoking spiritual insights, and tools to navigate life with purpose.

Stay engaged with our vibrant community through exciting events and meaningful connections. We're glad to have you with us!

Check out our upcoming events

Phoenix Golf Tournament

The Chapter Leaders of the Diocese of Phoenix, AZ, hosted their inaugural golf tournament in support of Red Bird Ministries—and it was a beautiful success! ⛳✨

Thanks to the generosity of our golfers, sponsors, and volunteers, all funds raised will go directly toward sponsoring clergy in the Diocese of Phoenix to attend our upcoming Good Shepherd Workshop—an initiative focused on equipping Church leaders to compassionately accompany grieving families. We’re grateful for every swing, smile, and show of support. 💛 Thank you for helping us carry hope where it's needed most.

If you’re a Chapter Leader and would love to bring the Good Shepherd Workshop to your diocese, we’d love to co-plan and co-host a golf tournament with you! Let’s come together to support the shepherds of our Church as they minister to those in sorrow.

📩 Reach out to us at hello@redbird.love to start planning!

Red Bird Ministries Family Testimonials

  • "Our couples retreat was a gift from God, it was so many things wrapped into one experience, informative, learning how to handle our unique grief as both individuals and a couple, uniting to meet with others who have walked this difficult journey, restorative, with good food, rest, and fun! You never leave a Red Bird retreat quite the same, it's like they help provide those first steps towards some healing that are so hard to do on our own."

    Splintered with Sorrow Retreatants

  • "I wasn’t sure what to expect from this retreat. I didn’t know how much benefit I would get from a retreat like this, knowing other dads would be in much different places with much different stories and much different experiences. I definitely was able to sit and pray with things I hadn’t thought about in a few years that was brought up by some of the talks. The retreat setting at a south Louisiana fishing camp was the perfect choice for a dad’s retreat."

    Follow Me Retreatant

  • "One of the biggest things [that impacted me] was our retreat chaplain, Father Bruce. I thought that my faith was strong because I prayed my rosary, and had a holy hour. But since my daughter died, its hard for me to get back into the routine. I still feel so broken. He comforted me by saying that all you need is simple prayer. You’re going to heal, and you’re going to get back to how your faith was. You’re going to grow stronger from here.  I needed that."

    Restored Retreatant

  • "It was the first time since my loss where I felt completely understood and supported. I’m grateful for the women who shared their testimonies and how they’ve run to Jesus in the wake of sorrow rather than run away. I left full of hope and feeling lighter knowing the Lord carries me."

    Revival Retreatant

  • "The weekly support group turned out better than I expected. I cannot tell you how important it is to share your grief with other people going through the same loss. I didn’t feel alone in my grief when I attended the meetings."

    Finding the Passion of Christ Participant

  • "I myself have benefitted from the videos, emails, blogs, podcasts, informational brochures and trifolds, and many prayers from Red Bird Ministries. I've been grateful for the gentle guidance in how to allow myself to suffer, grieve and heal in the arms of God. I've purchased and read Kelly's book, Hiding in the Upper Room."

    Digital and Printed Support Participant

Thank You, Louisiana Right


We are so grateful to have been invited to speak on the "Help Her Grieve" panel at the Pro-Life Summit. What a powerful and grace-filled day it was—celebrating the dignity and sanctity of every unborn life, while also honoring the deep grief that so many mothers carry in silence.

Thank you for creating space for these conversations and for recognizing that pro-life advocacy includes walking with women through their sorrow.

If you would like us to speak at your diocese, we’d love to chat with you! We are helping to build a culture of life by serving one family at a time.

📩 Reach out to us at hello@redbird.love to start planning!

Couples Workshops

Our Loving through Loss Couples Workshop offers a supportive and compassionate environment for grieving couples who have experienced the loss of a child. With care and understanding, we aim to address the specific needs of families during this difficult journey. If you or someone you know could benefit from this workshop, and you live in one of the listed cities, click to learn more.

Lake Charles, Louisiana

Saturday, August 23

Saturday, October 25

Seattle, Washington

Virtual Couple’s Workshop

Date To Be Announced Soon!!

Reflections & Retreats

NEW PROGRAM LAUNCH

Remember, program for families impacted by suicide.

For family support and to bring the program to your parish, click the link below. 

Comfort Calls for Parents who need support grieving siblings!

Jessica Wilfore, MS-Ed, CCLS—a Certified Child Life Specialist and mother of loss—is offering comfort calls for families who need support for grieving siblings. Schedule a call with her today.

New Support Night Just for the Dads

We see you, grieving father. You carry grief in your heart — even if you don’t show it. You don’t have to carry your silent cross alone. 

When & Where: Tuesday, June 10th over zoom
Time: 5:30 pm CT | 6:30 pm MT | 7:30 pm CT | 8:30 pm ET

Questions? Email elizabeth@redbird.love

The evening is just for the dads and will be hosted by Red Bird leader Brian Laspisa and other Red Bird fathers.

Virtual Support Offerings

  • Monthly Prayer Retreat

    Pray with us on Psalm 23rd to find healing, hope, and community in your grief. Thur, June 26th from 7:00 pm CT - 8:15 pm CST.

    Cost:$10 per family

    Register

  • The School of Grief

    Each person’s grief is unique - but we don’t have to carry it alone. We hope you will prayerfully consider this opportunity to find accompaniment on your journey.

    The next group starts July 3, 2025.

    Register

  • Behold & Be Held Mothers Retreat

    2-Hour Self-Paced Virtual Retreat for Mothers Navigating Pregnancy Loss.

    Cost: $79.00

    Register

  • Seen.Known.Loved Retreat

    Self-Guided Virtual Retreat for Mothers Healing from Child Loss: 4 Sessions, 5 Hours of Transformative Content..
    Cost $39.99

    Click Here

  • Comfort Call

    Request a comfort call with our trauma expert, Elizabeth Leon. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Camera off if you wish. Just come.

    Click Here

  • Spiritual Direction

    Schedule a spiritual direction session with one of our directors. Spiritual guidance in the middle of the ache.

    Click Here

  • Catholic Counselor

    Request a referral to a trusted Catholic counselor near you.

    Click Here

DIOCESE OF LAFAYETTE

Friday, September 19, 2025
St. John Cathedral Hall

848 Saint John Street
Lafayette, LA

VIP Party: 6 pm
Doors Open: 6:30 pm

Purchase With Purpose

Did you know that our website features three shopping sections? In the "Leaders" section, you'll find resources specifically for leaders. The "Family" section offers various books and resources for families. Lastly, under the "Shop" tab, you can purchase items from our benefit boutique.

Spiritual Bouquet Bereavement Cards Spiritual Bouquet Bereavement Cards
Spiritual Bouquet Bereavement Cards
$15.00
Where The Dinosaurs Roar Where The Dinosaurs Roar
Where The Dinosaurs Roar
$18.00
God Meant It For Good Necklace God Meant It For Good Necklace
God Meant It For Good Necklace
$25.00

Support our growth

By supporting us, you’ll contribute to building a sustainable ministry and help bereaved families soar to new heights. Every contribution, regardless of size, makes a significant difference.