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lexieross

When I was in H.S. a woman who helped with the youth group committed suicide. The church decided that the suicide should not be discussed at all so it was ignored and our leaders were not allowed to talk about it with us. I think what matters most is that the youth are allowed to talk about how they feel and that someone listens and offers insight when necessary. But, the most important thing is that they are allowed to ask questions and talk about suicide.

Answered by lexieross 1 year ago

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Pastor Joe

LISTEN, speak carefully, PRAY before you meet with them and do not be afraid to refer them to a professional Christian Counselor if you feel that is what is needed. Remind them that you may not have all the answers, but we can rest in the shadows of the Almighty and there we can find peace and rest for our weary hearts!

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Tim Sch...

The week I moved to my current church a kid in the community committed suicide who was a good friend of many youth group kids. What a start to a new ministry!

The best thing you can do is just be there to listen to them and don't ignore the hurt, pain and questions the kids have. Whether you initiate those conversations or not is up to you -- that might be different for each kid, but at least help them process through it as best you can.

Answered by Tim Sch... 1 year ago

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dustinsams

Praying for you. Never an easy thing. We put together a "panel" and met with students in a large group session. Then gave opportunity to meet in smaller groups. Large group had three pastor's: our senior pastor, myself, and then a pastor from another church in town...answered a lot of questions (see brotherDoug's below). make a point to be present at local schools...that is always good.

Answered by dustinsams 1 year ago

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Soulshaper

Be prepared for the question, 'Do suicides go to heaven'. I had two fathers commit suicide within 6 months of coming to my church. They weren't really connected to the youth ministry, but I had students who knew the children of the fathers. Let the students grieve and have people there to help them through it.
My prayers are with you and your church. This is very sad.

Answered by Soulshaper 1 year ago

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brother...

Wow. My heart goes out to everyone there. I have not experienced anything similar to this. Lifting you in prayer.

Questions:
Why?
Why would God allow this to happen?
Could we have done something to have stopped him?
Why would he have done this to himself?
What could have led him to have done this? etc...

Remember it is ok to say, "I don't know"
Listen to them and be honest with your answers.
Remind them God loves them and is there for them.

Answered by brother... 1 year ago

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