Discover Hope in Sorrow
“Called to Grieve – One man’s life journey to help others on their journeys through grief, death, and the beyond. A book by Pastor Tom Evans.
The book began as a dream of Pastor Tom’s for many years. Because of a sermon series at Emanuel Lutheran Church, where Tom received an outpouring of feedback from parishioners seeking more guidance on supporting others grieving, he realized the time was now to complete the book. Through the generosity of Emanuel Lutheran Church, allowing him a Sabbatical to write the book, he has seen his dream come true. Tom’s prayer is that this book will help many people through life’s journey!
Called to Grieve was born from a deep passion for guiding others through the most challenging moments of life.
Called to Grieve is more than just a book—it’s a heartfelt guide for anyone navigating the difficult journey of loss. Written by Pastor Tom Evans, this book emerges from his years of experience ministering to those facing the realities of dying, death, and grief.
Throughout the book, Tom draws on his personal and professional experiences, offering wisdom and comfort to those struggling with grief. He acknowledges the pain and challenges that come with loss but also emphasizes the hope and peace found in God’s promises. Called to Grieve is a beacon of light in dark times, reminding readers that they are not alone in their journey.
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About
Tom Evans is the Senior Pastor at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Inver Grove Heights, MN, with over 35 years of ministry experience. Living in Eagan, MN, with his wife, Tom is a devoted father of three and proud grandfather of six.
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Book Reviews
Rev. Dr. Brian Friedrich, PH.D.
The Wounded Healer by Henri Nouwen, a Dutch-born Catholic priest, psychologist, professor, and prolific author, is a practical theology text many seminaries use. Nouwen used ordinary life stories to explore spiritual formation and plumb the deep intersections of faith and life. In Called to Grieve, my dear friend Tom Evans takes a similar approach. Tom’s story is far from ordinary, but the topic of this work is. Grief and death are universal. It is not “if” but “when” we experience them and Tom’s book provides a rich resource! Tom has been there from a personal human perspective too many times. Through his many life losses, he has become a wonderful healer who has pointed both the dying and grieving to Jesus Christ, the greatest Healer the world has ever known. Tom shares his story with immense vulnerability so others may do the same. Tom shares his hope in Jesus Christ, the Resurrection, and the Life so that others may have the same. I am grateful that my friend and colleague of nearly fifty years chronicled his wounds and the source of his healing so I and others have an inspiring and valuable resource as we process our grief and prepare for our death.
David Wedel
In pastoral voice, Tom Evans shares through personal story, touching witness, and scriptural teaching of grief and hope, and reminds us that as “fully embodied” persons created and beloved of God, together we share the journey home to him with all of its pain and promise. Sharing practical insights gained from Tom’s life experience and years in service to his church, community, and family, Called to Grieve provides us a guide through spiritual and emotional “best practices” when dealing with the realities of grief and loss. All are certain to identify with and appreciate this edifying read.
David Wedel
Friend and Witness of Nearly 50 Years
Mark Wrightsman
When I spoke to Tom and read Called to Grieve, my first and last thoughts were: what is really more important in life, and for eternity, than to know how to deal with the loss of a loved one and how to process what this means for the future? For those of us who have already been through loss, we always recognize the significance of the situation and seek, hopefully through prayer, the right words and actions. Tom’s pastoral experience and more importantly, if possible, his life experiences, give him the unique, sad, hopeful, and complete ability through God’s divinely inspired Word to understand grief. His communication of this experience and deep real messages are something we all need now, one day, and ultimately. I endorse Tom’s book and pray many will have the chance to learn from him, and to apply these learnings to be a friend who can use God’s peace to guide their efforts for others in times of loss.
Mark Wrightsman
Co-founder of Grace in Action and P2G Capital
CEO (Retired) of PaR Systems
Co-author of POISED® for Results
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