How Do We Grieve the Loss of a Spiritual Leader?

About this episode

Russell discusses how to grieve the loss of a spiritual leader after a listener's question about losing their pastor.

Russell answers a question from a listener who lost their beloved pastor. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here. Submit your own question for the show! Email questions@russellmoore.com — and remember: attach a voice memo! Keep up with Russell: Sign up for the weekly newsletter where Russell shares thoughtful takes on big questions, offers a Christian perspective on life, and recommends books and music he's enjoying. Subscribe to the Christianity Today Magazine: Special offer for listeners of The Russell Moore Show: ⁠Click here⁠ for 25% off a subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Russell Moore

Topics covered

• grief
• spiritual leadership
• loss
• pastoral care
• Christian perspective

Keywords

• grief
• spiritual leader
• pastor
• loss
• Christianity

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Christianity Today Magazine

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Organizations: Christianity Today, YouTube

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