One Bright Star - A Resource For Families Who Have Lost A Child

Special Note

Thank you all so much for all the prayers sent up for the families in Oklahoma.

If you or someone you know has suffered the loss of a child, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please request a journal below.

Our Mission

When you see someone wearing
the One Bright Star symbol
on a pin or pendant, recognize
and support them with a hug,
a smile, or just talk about their child.

Loss of a child, death of a child, grieving parents, One Bright Star Memorial Site

One Bright Star Memorial Site

The Star Journal

Journaling is an excellent tool to assist us through the grieving and recovery process. The topics in this journal assist in getting you started.
Get your free copy!

One Bright Star’s mission is to be a resource for families who have lost a child to death and has created a unique star symbol to recognize and support them.

One Bright Star was founded in 1998 by four mothers who each experienced the tragedy of a passing child. The vision of the founders is that people will recognize the star symbol and reach out to those who have suffered such a loss with greater compassion, hugs, and support. As part of this effort, One Bright Star has created star jewelry to be worn by family members and the Children’s Memorial which features the star symbol.

One Bright Star received its current Federal Tax Exemption status in September 1999, and is a Minnesota based 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Lord God many hearts are heavy for all the families who have lost loved ones. Help us to remember Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your path straight."

Hospice Foundation of America
www.hospicefoundation.org -- Learn about hospice care and programs, read excerpts from hospice publications, order books and videos and learn about the annual bereavement teleconference which is co-sponsored by the Hospice Foundation of America and The Compassionate Friends.

Camp Oz (PDF)

For grieving children and teens.

Location: Bass Lake Camp Winnebago, MN

Date: Date Coming Soon!

Grief Support Group (PDF)

Please contact your local hospice group for these types of grief support groups in your area.

In Mankato, call Jeanne at

Mayo Clinic Health Systems

507-385-2618

Hospice Volunteer Training (PDF)

For more information contact Jeanne at atkinson.jeanne@mayo.edu

Mayo Clinic Health System

507-385-2618

Radio Show:

Peter Steiner, Radio Host, Life After Loss

"Life After Loss" with Pete Steiner

KTOE 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.

4th Monday of each month

April 22: One Bright Star Overview

May 22: One Bright Star Golf Tournament Fundraiser!

June 24: Hospice Resources

The One Bright Star organization and its unique symbol recognize and support those who have experienced the death of a child.
© Copyright 2006 One Bright Star
P.0. Box 1084 Mankato, MN 56002-1084
help@onebrightstar.org