The GRIEVE Coach: Losing His 4-Year-Old Granddaughter & Creating Real Tools for Faith-Filled Grief Healing | Bradley Vinson InterviewThe GRIEVE Coach: Losing His 4-Year-Old Granddaughter & Creating Real Tools for Faith-Filled Grief Healing | Bradley Vinson Interview
Trauma Informed Church with Suzanne Burns
Bradley Vinson shares his story of loss and resilience, offering practical tools for faith-filled grief recovery while discussing how churches can better support grieving families.
1:10:48•19 Mar 2026
Finding Hope in Heartbreak: Bradley Vinson's Journey
Episode Overview
- Allow grief to be witnessed without rushing to stop tears.
- Grief changes with age; meet children where they are.
- Churches should support grieving individuals beyond the funeral.
- Practical help often trumps profound words in times of grief.
- Healing is possible while still feeling moments of deep loss.
“Grief is one of those journeys you walk with others, even when you'd prefer not to walk it at all.”
What happens when the worst day of your life becomes a catalyst for healing? This episode features Bradley Vinson, known as The GRIEVE Coach, who shares his journey following the tragic loss of his 4-year-old granddaughter, Alanna. Bradley opens up about how this heartbreak reshaped his ministry and led him to develop The GRIEVE Method® and The HELP Method®—practical tools designed to support those navigating grief.
Suzanne Burns engages Bradley in a heartfelt conversation about the unexpected paths grief can take and the resilience it demands. Bradley shares poignant anecdotes about raising his grandsons after the tragedy, offering insights into how grief evolves with age and time. His personal experiences highlight the importance of allowing grief to be witnessed and respected, and how the church can better support those in mourning.
If you've ever wondered how to find strength in the darkest times, this episode offers a raw and honest perspective on healing through faith and community.
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