Who we are

During 2020 our family experienced different types of losses and death, which led us in a path of grieving. In this journey we learned that something was missing to grief well our losses. Our grief is connected to a very deep sorrow that connects us to God’s love and a deeper love with our family. After going through some grief programs, we found the need for experiential grief retreats where people can meet and process their grief in ways they would not normally do. The crossing was born in 2021.

The Crossing combines traditional grieving techniques with experiential hands-on activities and life skills to help you understand and express your thoughts, emotions and body sensations in a unique and powerful way.

Tim Broe

He is married to Ellie Broe and has 3 children, 2 granddaughters and 6 grandchildren, 3 boys and 3 girls.

He is a Licenced Professional Counselor by the University of Michigan. He has a large experience as he has worked in trauma centers. He has worked with individuals with trauma and loss. for over 50 years.

We believe

People can share their stories, not as weakness but as testimonies of their love they shared with their beloved connecting that love to God.

We value

Bringing people together to share their grief in a very safe, kind, loving, and tender way with others. To bond together as companions as part of their grief journey. We value togetherness to share stories together. Grieving in a healthy way.

Our team

Will provide you compassionate and confidential support tailored to your needs.

Christian-based

This is a Christian-based experiential grief retreat and training, so compassion, love and forgiveness of self and others are encouraged. The retreat welcomes women and men of all faiths.

Targeted Retreat Outcomes

  • Relief from painful feelings such as guilt, sadness, anger, remorse, regret, etc.

  • Escape from the trap of the grief maze.

  • How to handle “Grief Bursts”

  • Capacity to learn and be strengthened from experiencing a loss

  • Begin to chart a new beginning

  • Awakening to your true identity

What to Expect

Dates: May 22-24, 2026

From Friday 4pm to Sunday 6pm.

Some of the teachings:

  • What is grief and what it is not.

  • How Grief Clusters Work.

  • The 6 Needs of Mourning

  • Differences between Bereavement, Grief and Mourning

  • Window of Tolerance and Emotional Regulation

  • Safety Tools

  • Learn to Map out their Grief Journey

  • How Men and Women Grieve.

Rhythm

There is a rhythm to the flow of the weekend with a little teaching and modeling, followed by opportunites to engage and practice what is modeled, sharing and resting.

Testimonies

  • When my mother passed on, I was emptied. My grief weekend was an answer to a prayer. Finally, life took a seat, and I could focus on missing my mother. I could comfort my hurt and confusion. The best pieces are ones that, if I told you, I would spoil the hard work those trainers put into making this space transformational. And I did grief therapy, but that weekend, I began to heal, and I learned what I need to support my grief.

    Raven

  • I share with a grateful heart that this grief experience was life changing. I learned that grief isn’t just about death, but that of a caretaker, pain of divorce, anxiety of stress, loss friendships or relationship and the emotional weight of things beyond our control. I did not have one single picture of my loved one hanging up in my house until after this retreat. The team was empathic, loving, and most of them with experience. I learned how to channel all the hurtful pain into joyous pain. I now want to be able to continue to assist others. I am grateful that this weekend has changed my view on grief and the path to healing with God’s helping hand.

    Tajuana

  • “I came from South America to do this retreat in 2022. I was stretched to be quiet and pay attention to my emotions and do something about them. The burden that I had accumulated in my different grief in my life was emptied during this weekend. I was able to see the lies I believed about grief. I was set free. I was transformed.”

    Luis Pérez

  • I grew up in a family of thinkers – not feelers. When it came to grief, the complex emotions that accompanied it, overwhelmed me. through experiencing the grief retreat, I was finally able to connect my head AND heart in a way that was too beautiful to describe. Today, I no longer avoid my feelings of grief. I’ve learned to understand and even welcome them so that I can heal. I’m forever grateful to have had this life-changing experience.

    Carol Boettcher

  • I didn’t know what to expect at first. I went with a lot of hesitation. But once I got there, I was welcomed by everyone, I expected to be welcomed by the team, but I was also welcomed by the other participants. After the first meeting I decided to let my guard down, opened up my heart, I was all in. I was so stuck in my grief, my thoughts, feelings and emotions were all over the place. Throughout the very busy weekend, doing the hard work, I can honestly say I came home a change individual. I can say it was very well needed. I’ve been able to share the different things I learned to help others. Especially my children and grandchildren.

    Chonita Johnson

Dates and Costs

Friday, May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM - Sunday, May 24, 2026, 6:00 PM

Cost per person:

$250 Shared Room

$400 Private Room

This cost covers the accomodation, facility use, materials, and meals.

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