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This podcast is sponsored by SOULPLUSGRACE serving the San José area, offering grief support and grief journeying with spirituality. I hope to help you travel through grief with God at your side.
"I am a trained Spiritual Director for those who seek to complete the 19th Annotation of St. Igantius’ spiritual exercises OR seek spiritual direction while grieving. I have also worked as a hospital/cemetery chaplain and grief doula. I believe all paths lead to God and that all traditions are due respect and honour. I take my sacred inspiration from all of my patients and companions–past, present and future; the Dalai Lama, James Tissot, St. John of the Cross, the Buddha, Saint Teresa of Ávila, and, of course, Íñigo who became known as St. Ignatius. I utilize art, poetry, music, aromatherapy, yoga, lectio divina, prayer and meditation in my self-work and work with others. I believe in creating a sacred space for listening; even in the most incongruous of surroundings."
BACKGROUND
- Jesuit Retreat Center, Los Altos, CA -- Pierre Favre Program, 3 year training to give the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius
- Centro de Espiritualidad de Loyola, Spain -- The Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola -- 30 Day Silent Retreat/
- Center for Loss & Life Transition – Comprehensive Bereavement Skills Training (30 hrs) Ft. Collins, CO
- California State University Institute for Palliative Care--Palliative Care Chaplaincy Specialty Cert. (90 hrs)
- Sequoia Hospital, Redwood City, CA -- Clinical Pastoral Education
- 19th Annotation with Fumiaki Tosu, San Jose, CA, Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
- Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA M.A. – Pastoral Ministries
CONTACT ME: candeelucas@soulplusgrace.com with questions to be answered in future episodes.
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Love Conquers Grief
Season 4 · Episode 39
vendredi 26 septembre 2025 • Duration 11:09
Today we explore a traditional Rosh Hashanah reading from 1 Samuel about Jonathan's loyal friendship with King David, and; extracts powerful lessons for those on a grief journey. The biblical story demonstrates how love transcends hatred, and ultimately has the healing power to mend our deepest wounds. Especially grief.
• Examination of the biblical story of Jonathan protecting King David from King Saul
• Love is greater than hate, physical harm, and can heal all wounds
• Love, especially God's love, can accompany us through our grief journey
• True and faithful love for God rewards us both in this life and beyond
If you have questions about spiritual direction while grieving, or grief support or grief groups in your community, my contact information is in the show notes.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE
Art: https://www.etsy.com/shop/vasonaArts?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
and https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/candee-lucas
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2SFH4Z6
Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
Letting Go: Grief and Attachment
Season 4 · Episode 38
vendredi 19 septembre 2025 • Duration 13:44
Today we explore how our attachments to physical objects transform during grief. Loss requires us to reconsider what we hold onto and why, as we weave grief into the fabric of our lives rather than trying to overcome it.
• Grief isn't something to "get over" but something we integrate into our lives
• Moving to a new home revealed how many things I was willing to let go
• St. Ignatius teaches about "disordered attachments" that keep us from being closer to God
• Examining our attachments can help us move forward in grief
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE
Art: https://www.etsy.com/shop/vasonaArts?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
and https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/candee-lucas
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2SFH4Z6
Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
iPhone God
Season 4 · Episode 29
vendredi 18 juillet 2025 • Duration 10:02
Grief presents itself in many forms, including the loss of control during difficult news. Explore how modern dependency on technology for answers differs from seeking spiritual guidance during times of uncertainty and fear.
• What might happen if we took our questions to God instead of Google?
• Spiritual answers may be different but more meaningful than information alone • Connection to divine love is universal and available to everyone
• Recognition that technology, while useful, cannot provide the living presence we truly seek
You can find us on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple. You can contact me through my email in the show notes. A new episode drops every Friday.
For spiritual direction, art, and workshops shared through Santa Clara University, https://events.scu.edu/markey-center/event/344943-spiritual-accompaniment
You can reach us at: candeelucas@soulplusgrace.com.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE
Art: https://www.etsy.com/shop/vasonaArts?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
and https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/candee-lucas
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2SFH4Z6
Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
What I Learned About Grief from Ted Lasso
Season 2 · Episode 46
vendredi 3 novembre 2023 • Duration 11:24
SPOILER ALERT! If you haven't seen it or finished it--some subplots are revealed and discussed. This week's episode is inspired by the popular series 'Ted Lasso', and shines a light on unaddressed grief and the profound implications it can have on a person's life. We explore how silence can breed more solitude, why sharing our stories is so crucial, and the power of just being there for someone in their grief.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
Grief and Anger
Season 2 · Episode 45
vendredi 27 octobre 2023 • Duration 09:44
Have you ever wondered how to navigate the treacherous waters of grief with grace and faith? Today, we acknowledge our anger and seek solace in the protective shield of God's love. As we walk through this valley of shadows, we remind ourselves that divine love heals and reassures us of His presence in our pain. And amidst all this darkness, we echo a gentle reminder - be kind to yourself. In this journey of a thousand steps, remember, you are not alone. So, join us in this episode as we find comfort and begin our healing journey together, enveloped in God's love.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music today by: via Pixabay
Grieving in the Face of Evil-- Saying Kaddish
Season 2 · Episode 44
vendredi 20 octobre 2023 • Duration 16:53
Today we honor those who've tragically lost their lives to hate and violence, expressing our heartfelt solidarity with a centuries-old Jewish ritual of comfort, Kaddish. This episode is a tribute to the resilience and fortitude of the Jewish community worldwide and a profound reflection on our collective yearning for peace. Join us on this journey of healing, fueled by faith, prayer, and a mutual desire for reconciliation.
"Saying Kaddish: How to Comfort the Dying, Bury the Dead, and Mourn as a Jew "Beloved New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist--Anita Diamant—the definitive guide to Judaism’s end-of-life rituals, revised and updated for Jews of all backgrounds and beliefs.
From caring for the dying to honoring the dead, Anita Diamant explains the Jewish practices that make mourning a loved one an opportunity to experience the full range of emotions—grief, anger, fear, guilt, relief—and take comfort in the idea that the memory of the deceased is bound up in our lives and actions.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music today by: via Pixabay
A Grief Journey with St. Ignatuis and the Examen
Season 2 · Episode 43
vendredi 13 octobre 2023 • Duration 29:05
Join us as we walk you through a journey of grief, prayer, and self-reflection, guided by the practice of Examen - a powerful method of prayer crafted by San Ignatius of Loyola. This episode is all about finding ways to be present - truly present - in the midst of grief, from creating a sacred space with candles, music, or religious objects, to the simple, grounding practice of focusing on your own breathing.
Discover the healing essence of expressing respect and love, the transformative potential of forgiveness, and the profound bond between spirituality, love, and grief.
BIBLIOGRAPHY and RESOURCES
Ganns, George E., S.J. (Ed.), Ignatius of Loyola: The Spiritual Exercises and Selected Works, New York; Mahwah, Paulist Press, 1991
Murphy, Marie, New Images of the Last Things: Karl Rahner on Death and Life after Death, New York; Mahwah, Paulist Press, 1988
Rahner, Karl, On the Theology of Death, New York, Herder and Herder, 1971
Thurman, Robert A. F. (Trans), The Tibetan Book of the Dead (as popularly know in the West), New York; Toronto; London; Sydney; Auckland, Bantam Books, 1994
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
Grieving Your Own Death
Season 2 · Episode 42
vendredi 6 octobre 2023 • Duration 13:54
As we journey through life, the loss of a loved one often brings our own mortality into sharp focus. It's a difficult concept to grapple with - the idea of our own passing. Yet, it's a topic that's seldom talked about.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
You Were Gone
Season 2 · Episode 41
vendredi 29 septembre 2023 • Duration 10:08
When we lose a loved one, the world can turn upside down. Wander through the labyrinth of grief and a divine convergence - the fusion of human love and God's love. It's a comforting beacon in the bleak landscape, the embodiment of eternal love that defies human mortality.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
Seeds of Grief in the Back of Your Closet
Season 2 · Episode 40
vendredi 22 septembre 2023 • Duration 10:22
Have you ever held onto the seeds of nature, as a memento of your travels, only to forget about them and find them much later? Today, we compare these forgotten seeds to our personal memories, dreams, hopes, and emotions that we often carry around.
In our journey of grief, we might grapple with complex feelings of anger towards our departed loved ones. This week, we invite you to face these hard thoughts and emotions, to sit down with them, and to uncover the hidden meanings behind our pain. Let's walk this path of healing and faith together.
Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on Google Podcasts, Apple, Amazon Music, Spotify, or follow us on the Facebook pages of Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Los Altos, California, or Calvary Cemetery in San Jose, California.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WHILE GRIEVING IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE
You can reach us at: ccoutreach@dsj.org
To arrange personal spiritual direction: 408-359-5542
Our theme music is: Gentle Breeze by Yeti Music from the album "Uppbeat".
Additional Music and sound effects today by: via Pixabay
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