Pets are very dear to us and are part of our family. This Loss of a Pet Milestone Moment provides an opportunity for family and friends to gather after the loss of a pet to provide support, share memories, and tell stories with one another. The loss of a pet can be emotionally draining. Time for grieving and healing is important. Support from others during this time of sadness and grief can be very helpful. It is good to bring family and friends together to mark this sad time in the owners lives and to acknowledge and affirm God’s presence in their midst.

This Milestone Moment consists of two pages that are reproducible in your local setting. It can be sent in emails or printed.
· Page 1 describes the significance of the moment and the importance of observing it.
· Page 2 provides a conversation guide* that includes talking and listening to one another, reading a verse/s from the Bible, and a prayer and blessing. It includes a food for thought question on how one might show love for one’s neighbor through an act of service.

All Milestone Moment Conversation Guides are designed and based on the *Four Key Faith Formation Practices of Caring Conversations, Devotions, Rituals and Traditions, and Service. These practices encourage us to grow in our faith through personal, trusted relationships.



These Blessing Animals pottery stones are individually hand-crafted and available at a low cost to purchase and gift as meaningful reminders of this Milestone Moment. They are a wonderful keepsake to remind us of the pets we have loved.