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Jamilyn Hull was living her life on mission. She lived her 26 years of life with purpose and in the service of others. David Hull discusses his grief journey and memories of his daughter who died in a tragic automobile accident.

Jamilyn in her own words on the purpose and direction of her life.

“I spent almost two weeks in Israel walking places where Jesus walked and getting my eyes on places I had only read about in my Bible. One of my favorite places was Gethsemane. This place looked completely different than I had envisioned it in my mind. Yet it is the place where my Lord said "YES" to the largest and most unimaginable task. It's the place where He wrestled with His humanness but ultimately chose us. It's where He chose me. His "YES" on this Mount of Olives changed history.

His "YES" made a way for me to be new. His "YES" washed away my crimson stains. His "YES" broke any bondage that would ever try to overtake me. His "YES" places me in the presence of a Prodigal Father. His "YES" forever changes my identity. His "YES" gave me life. His "YES" overwhelms me. It demands a response. I still wrestle with my humanness but praise God that with His strength, I now have the freedom to say "YES".

My assignments in this life might change from season to season, but my calling will always be to say "YES", no matter what He asks.”

-Jamilyn Hull, 2014

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 The power of being present. John Newton the Care Pastor of Northview Church talks about how important it is to be present for a parent in time of grief. John offers some practical steps for dealing with long term grief. It is important to understand that grief from the loss of a child is normal and will last a lifetime. John shared the importance of utilizing resources that can help better understand grief and how to manage it. John provided a list of resources for parents dealing with grief.

Resources for parents who have lost a child

Focus on the Family – Offers free counseling and a network of Christian counselors for ongoing support.

Ian’s Place – Provides a safe space with support groups, bible studies, and resources for parents grieving loss, including loss to addiction.

Red Bird Ministries – Systematically guides families through the trauma of child loss (miscarriage, still birth, etc.) with faith-based support.

Umbrella Ministries – A network of mothers supporting other mothers through mentoring, care groups, and retreats.

The Compassionate Friends – A large well-regarded organization offering support for families grieving a child’s death.

SHARE (Pregnancy & Infant loss support) – Offers support for loss from miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant death, with faith-based materials.

M.E.N.D. (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death) – A Christian non-profit reaching out to families who have suffered the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant death.

GriefShare – A network of thousands of local support groups hosted by churches. They offer a 13-week seminar/support group featuring videos from experts and small group discussions.

Association of Certified Biblical Counselors – Provides a directory to find certified biblical counselors who focus on scripture-based guidance for deep grief.

Book Recommendations
Empty Arms
An Empty Cradle
A Full Heart
I’ll Hold you in Heaven
Choosing to see
Grieving the Child I Never Knew
Safe in the Arms of God
I will Carry You
A Grace Disguised

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2026 starts a new chapter. This episode of Critical Junctures we look at what plans we have for the podcast in 2026, a recap of 2025 and an ask of listeners to help get the podcast out to others.

In 2025 the podcast was downloaded in 26 countries. That is with no promotion. Apple Podcasts were the way 73% of people found the podcast.

We have received notes from parents that appreciated the stories of other parents and how it has helped their grief journey.

My ask of anyone listing is that you follow us on Facebook, download a podcast, listen to a YouTube episode. Any likes, subscribes, follows all help the podcast gain a greater reach.

For 2026 we plan on a video interview each month and several podcast episodes a month.

Thank you to everyone that has liked, liked to, downloaded, watched an episode, or recommended the podcast to a friend. Looking forward in 2026 to impacting more lives of parents in a positive way who have lost a child.