Embracing Hope

Embracing Hope Remembrance Ceremony

Hosted by Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center

  • Time: 10 a.m. (doors open at 9:30)
  • Date: Saturday, October 10
  • Teahen Funeral Home (3100 F Ave NW, Cedar Rapids)

We  host an annual remembrance ceremony each October. It is open to all families who have lost a child during pregnancy or shortly after birth. This is a time to honor, grieve, remember, and celebrate their life. If you would like to learn more, call us at (319) 380-5717 or email Haley Brimmer, Senior Director of Client Advocacy, at haley@bridgehavencr.org.

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Ceremony Details

    Doors open at 9:30 and the service will begin at 10 a.m.

    Led by local pastors, the ceremony will consist of soft, reflective music; a brief welcome by Bridgehaven staff; sharing of scripture and a message of hope; and a reading of all children’s names.

    An optional candle lighting will take place for those who wish to honor their child in this way.

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