Hope After Child & Sibling Loss/the empty chair endeavor

By The Empty Chair Endeavor

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Shining the light of Hope into the darkness of grief to support and equip grieving parents and siblings in rediscovering meaning, purpose, and joy after unspeakable tragedy. Additionally, our mission involves educating the public about the life altering impact the death of a child has upon survivors, both parents and siblings, and equipping them to better support and minister to them. Join us as guests share their stories of heartbreaking loss and how God has shown up in their journeys to heal and restore broken lives. The host, Greg Buffkin, lives with his wife Cathy in South Carolina. Because Cathy and Greg lost their beautiful son Ryan to suicide in 2015, they understand the trauma and pain of losing a child. On a journey that began 10 years ago out of unspeakable trauma and brokenness, GOD has brought them through to a place of restoration, hope and joy with a passion to help other grieving families on their journeys.

DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by our guests are not necessarily shared by this podcast or its host. We believe there is only one GOD: the Father, His son Jesus Christ, and His Holy Spirit (the Trinity). We also believe that the Holy Bible is the inspired, inerrant, eternal word of GOD which is our source of all truth. 






Episode Date
Finding Joy in the Midst of Loss, with Linda Cook, Joscelyn’s Mom
Nov 11, 2025
Navigating the Journey of Child Loss with Kathe Wunnenberg
Oct 28, 2025
The Impact of Grief on a Mom’s Heart with Christina Schuetz, Sylvia’s Mom
Oct 14, 2025
“My heart no longer beats the same” with Felicia Cook, Corey’s mom
Sep 30, 2025
Invisible Loss, with Cheryl Davis
Sep 16, 2025
Child Loss and Work with Shelly Kolwinska, Margaret Roses’ Mom
Sep 02, 2025
“Finding the Gold in Grief” with Sarah Beth Gerbers
Aug 19, 2025
“Sibling Lifeline” with Bobby and Gabby Bisterfeldt
Aug 05, 2025
A Heart Stopping Call, with Mary McNamara, Zack's Mom
Jul 22, 2025
“I Will Praise Him in the Storm” (Hannah Sullivan) with Brad and Jill Sullivan, Hannah’s parents
Jul 08, 2025
Name Change Announcement
Jul 01, 2025
Honoring His Son with David Corvi, Charlie’s Dad
Jun 24, 2025
Finding Hope After Loss, A Young Mom’s Journey with Rachel Maxwell
Jun 10, 2025
Crushed But Not Broken, with Tracy Dailey, Emma’s Mom
May 27, 2025
Processing Grief as a Dad With Tommy Henderson, Nick’s Dad
May 13, 2025
Multiple Losses, Unspeakable grief, and Resilient Hope with Betty Ringeisen
Apr 29, 2025
Feeling Isolated and Disconnected with Martha McGeehon, Everly’s Mom
Apr 15, 2025
Processing and Navigating Grief as a Dad with Richard Wons, Trinity’s Dad
Apr 01, 2025
Discovering Hope after Brokenness with Rachael Chumney, Jamie’s Mom
Mar 18, 2025
A Mom’s Grief Journey with Heather West, Adalyn and Maelyn’s Mom
Mar 04, 2025
Emerging Through the Crushing Pain of Grief with Kim Peacock, Nicole's Mom
Feb 18, 2025
Navigating the Grief of Stillbirth with Leslie Burman, Willow's Mom
Feb 04, 2025
A Grieving Dad’s Journey with Dr. Allan MacDonald, Josh’s Dad
Jan 21, 2025
Surviving the Unthinkable Loss of a Baby … Twice, with Kendall and Andy Reid, Ruby and Jack’s Parents
Jan 07, 2025
Rediscovering Hope After Traumatic Loss with Dave and Laura Diehl, Rebecca’s parents
Dec 24, 2024
Navigating Loss Due To A Medical Mystery with Stacey Wons, Trinity's Mom
Dec 10, 2024
A Mom’s Journey After Suicide with Deana Morris, Travis's Mom
Nov 26, 2024
Navigating the Holiday Season with Greg Buffkin
Nov 19, 2024
Discovering Hope in the Aftermath with Kellie Sipos, Emilie's Mom
Nov 12, 2024
From a Tragic Beginning with Heather Gillis, Bowen's Mom
Oct 29, 2024
A Rediscovery of Hope After Unspeakable Loss with Yolanda Martinez, David's Mom
Oct 15, 2024
Navigating Life After Suicide with David Szweda, Hudson’s dad
Oct 01, 2024
Navigating Stillbirth with Erin Maroon, Ashlie’s Mom and co-founder of Ashlie’s Embrace
Sep 17, 2024
A Conversation with Kim Erickson, Austin's Mom
Sep 03, 2024
Our Story Part 2 with Guest Host Danielle Zapchenck
Aug 20, 2024
Our Story with guest-host Danielle Zapchenck
Aug 06, 2024
From a Crisis of Faith to a Discovery of Hope with Teresa Davis, R.N., Andrew's Mom
Jul 23, 2024
"Walking Through Fire" with Vaneetha Risner, Paul's Mom
Jul 09, 2024
A Conversation with Jenny Leavitt, Jacob's Mom
Jun 25, 2024
Navigating the Devastation of Suicide with Tobe and Amy Witmer, Abbie’s parents
Jun 11, 2024
A Grandparent’s Grief Journey with Dr. Michael Bullock, Miles’ grandfather and President of Miles’ Mission
May 28, 2024
A Conversation with Jennifer Bullock-Moore, Miles' Mom
May 14, 2024
A Conversation with Aubrey Sampson: Author, Church Planter, Podcaster, and Speaker
Apr 30, 2024
A Conversation with Tim Challies, Nick's dad
Apr 16, 2024
A Conversation with Jessika Stephen Sanders and Eric Schumacher, authors of "In His Hands, Prayers for Your Child or Baby in a Medical Crisis"
Apr 02, 2024
A Conversation with Terry Sternad, T.J's dad
Mar 19, 2024
Navigating the Nightmare of Suicide with Stephanie Carducci, Daniel's Mom
Mar 05, 2024
A Dad’s Journey Through Miscarriage with Eric Schumacher
Feb 20, 2024
A Conversation with Dr. Amy Ocasio, Thomas's mom
Feb 06, 2024
A Conversation with Danielle Duffey, Blake's mom
Jan 23, 2024
A Conversation with Jessika Sanders, Founder and President of Praying Through Ministries.org
Jan 09, 2024
A Conversation with Derek Farr, Micah's dad
Dec 26, 2023
A Conversation with Rudy Milton, Dominique Williams' mom
Dec 12, 2023
A Conversation with Dr. Sonya Pitchford, Tanieka's mom
Nov 28, 2023
A Special Holiday Episode
Nov 21, 2023
A Conversation with Charmaine Castillo, Curtis's mom
Nov 14, 2023
A Conversation with Chris Locke, Sean's dad
Oct 31, 2023
A Conversation with Luis and Dora Perez, Luis Jr.'s parents
Oct 17, 2023
A Conversation with Tristan Borland, Maria's dad
Oct 03, 2023
A Conversation With Elizabeth Abaray, Delia Grace's mom
Sep 19, 2023
A Conversation with Sitrena Woodson, Tiffany's mom
Sep 05, 2023
A Conversation with Ronaldlyn Latham, JaKeith's mom
Aug 22, 2023
A Conversation with Jimmy Sprayberry, Lee's dad
Aug 08, 2023
A Conversation with Amy Sylvestre, Hudson's mom
Jul 25, 2023
A Conversation with Cory and Heather Wessman, Micah's parents
Jul 11, 2023
A Conversation with Jeff Rollins, Zoe's dad
Jun 27, 2023
A Conversation with Drs. Eric and Marcy Larson, Andy's parents
Jun 13, 2023
A Conversation with Sara Emmerson, Tate's mom
May 30, 2023
A Conversation with Amanda Cordero, Alliah Faith’s mom
May 15, 2023
A Conversation with Susan Brunson-Bouknight R.N., Jacob’s mom
May 01, 2023
A Conversation with Davey Blackburn of Nothing is Wasted Ministries
Apr 17, 2023
A conversation with Monica Shire, Nathan’s mom
Apr 03, 2023
A conversation with Bob Sloan, Tracy Ann’s dad
Mar 14, 2023
4 things you can do to help grieving parents and siblings
Mar 07, 2023
I'm so sorry, but he took his own life last night .......
Jan 31, 2023
A conversation with Rachel and Jaclyn, Justin’s sisters
Jan 16, 2023
A conversation with Jen Farlow
Jan 03, 2023
A conversation with Whitney Turner, Ryan’s sister
Jan 03, 2023
Trailer
Dec 01, 2022