Course Title: Operation Christmas Spirit – A Journey to Finding Peace After Loss

 

Absolutely! Let’s structure this into a self-help course that blends Operation Christmas Spirit with your Finding Peace scripture journal in a way that guides you through this journey of grief, rediscovery, and emotional healing.

Course Title: Operation Christmas Spirit – A Journey to Finding Peace After Loss

Subtitle: A Guided Journey to Overcoming Grief, Rediscovering Yourself, and Reclaiming Joy

Course Overview

This course is a personal deep dive into life after loss, using faith, storytelling, and reflective journaling to process grief, rediscover identity, and find peace in a world that feels unfamiliar without your parents.

Course Structure

  • Duration: 4-6 weeks (self-paced)
  • Format: Daily/weekly journal prompts, scripture reflections, creative writing exercises, and action steps
  • Outcome: A clearer sense of Who am I now? and How do I move forward with peace and purpose?

MODULE 1: Where Have I Been? (Acknowledging the Grief)

  • Theme: Honoring what was lost & making peace with where you are
  • Journal Prompts:
    • What has changed the most about me since my parents passed?
    • Where do I feel most stuck in my grief?
    • What would I say to my parents if I could talk to them today?
  • Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
  • Action Step: Write a letter to your past self about what you’ve been through.

MODULE 2: Who Am I Now? (Rediscovering Identity)

  • Theme: Learning to see yourself beyond your role as a daughter/caregiver
  • Journal Prompts:
    • Without my parents, what feels missing in my identity?
    • What parts of me feel the same? What has changed?
    • What was something they always believed about me that I struggle to believe myself?
  • Scripture Focus: Psalm 139:14 – I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
  • Action Step: List three things you love about yourself today.

MODULE 3: How Do I Find Joy Again? (Reclaiming Spirit & Purpose)

  • Theme: Finding small moments of joy and learning to feel again
  • Journal Prompts:
    • What is one Christmas tradition I miss?
    • What is something small that brings me comfort?
    • If joy feels far away, what is one thing I can do to bring light into my day?
  • Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 8:10 – The joy of the Lord is my strength.
  • Action Step: Create a new small tradition that honors your parents and also brings you peace.

MODULE 4: How Will I Live Without Them? (Finding Peace & Moving Forward)

  • Theme: Living life fully while carrying their love forward
  • Journal Prompts:
    • What do I want my life to look like a year from now?
    • How can I honor my parents’ legacy while still becoming my own person?
    • What is one dream I have for my future that excites me?
  • Scripture Focus: Jeremiah 29:11 – For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord…
  • Action Step: Set a small, meaningful goal for yourself that moves you toward healing.

Final Reflection: Writing Your Next Chapter

  • Activity: Write a letter to your future self about who you are becoming and what you hope to experience in the coming year.
  • Bonus: Write a letter to your parents, telling them how you are choosing to live in a way that honors their love.

Course Completion Goal:

By the end of this course, you will have:
✅ Processed your grief through journaling & scripture reflection
✅ Reclaimed pieces of your identity that grief had clouded
✅ Found small ways to bring joy back into your life
✅ Created a personal roadmap for moving forward with peace

Would this structure help you navigate your journey in a way that feels meaningful and healing? Let me know if you'd like to add or adjust anything!


More Journaling Prompts For Each Module

Absolutely! Here are additional journal prompts for each module, offering deeper reflection and insight as you navigate your journey.

MODULE 1: WHERE HAVE I BEEN? (Acknowledging the Grief)

Theme: Honoring what was lost & making peace with where you are

  • What emotions do I feel the most when I think about my parents?
  • How has grief changed my daily routine, and what do I miss most about how life used to be?
  • What is something I used to do with my parents that I now avoid? Why?
  • What is one memory of them that always brings a smile to my face?
  • Have I given myself permission to grieve? If not, what’s holding me back?
  • If my grief had a voice, what would it say to me today?
  • In what ways have I tried to numb or avoid my grief, and how has that affected me?
  • What is one comforting scripture, song, or quote that resonates with me right now?

MODULE 2: WHO AM I NOW? (Rediscovering Identity)

Theme: Learning to see yourself beyond your role as a daughter/caregiver

  • What was my identity before I lost my parents? How do I see myself now?
  • What roles did I play in my parents’ lives, and what roles did they play in mine?
  • In what ways did I define myself by my relationship with them?
  • What new responsibilities or challenges have emerged since their passing?
  • What is something I’ve discovered about myself that I might not have noticed before?
  • How do I talk to myself when I’m struggling? Would I say the same words to a friend?
  • Who in my life sees me for who I am beyond my grief?
  • If I could describe myself in three words right now, what would they be? What three words do I want to describe myself in the future?
  • What do I need to hear from God right now about who I am?

MODULE 3: HOW DO I FIND JOY AGAIN? (Reclaiming Spirit & Purpose)

Theme: Finding small moments of joy and learning to feel again

  • When was the last time I laughed? What made me laugh?
  • What activities used to bring me joy that I haven’t done in a while?
  • What small things in daily life make me feel peaceful or comforted?
  • How does grief affect my ability to feel joy?
  • What is one thing I would do today if I knew it would bring me happiness?
  • If my parents could give me advice on how to embrace joy again, what would they say?
  • What is one holiday tradition I want to keep, and one I want to change?
  • When do I feel closest to God? How can I create more moments like that?
  • What is one way I can bring light to someone else’s day, even in my own sadness?
  • If I had to plan a "Joy Day" just for myself, what would I do?

MODULE 4: HOW WILL I LIVE WITHOUT THEM? (Finding Peace & Moving Forward)

Theme: Living life fully while carrying their love forward

  • What does "moving forward" look like for me? Does it feel possible?
  • How do I want to carry my parents’ legacy into my future?
  • What is one lesson my parents taught me that I want to apply to my life?
  • What fears do I have about stepping into a new season of life without them?
  • If I could talk to my parents about my future, what would I ask them?
  • What are some things I still need to forgive—whether myself, others, or even God?
  • Where in my life do I feel the most stuck right now?
  • What is something I am looking forward to in the next year?
  • How can I invite God into this journey so I don’t feel like I’m carrying it alone?
  • If I had to write a prayer for my future, what would it say?

Final Reflection: Writing Your Next Chapter

  • Imagine it's a year from now—what do I hope to have learned or experienced?
  • If I could tell my younger self something about this journey, what would it be?
  • How has God shown up for me, even in ways I didn’t expect?
  • If my life were a book, what would this next chapter be called?

Would you like any additional prompts tailored to specific emotions or struggles you're experiencing?

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