Bob Bankhead

Bob Bankhead

Widowhood, Blended Family, Burnout, Church Hurt, Ministry Leadership Pain, Ministry Leadership Transition, Grief, Life Transitions

Bob has forty years of church ministry experience and has helped many people through different losses and tragedies. In October of 2021, he faced the greatest tragedy
of his life when Shari, his wife of over thirty-seven years, died due to complications from COVID-19. As a pastor, he thought he understood loss and grief, but he realized that his training and experience hadn’t fully prepared him for the pain he would face. Through his own grief journey and healing, he discovered a new purpose and calling to assist others in navigating healing and recovery as they move forward with purpose and hope.

In 2024, Bob transitioned from pastoral ministry and launched A Grace Encounter to help others experience restoration and healing. In August 2024, Bob married DeeDee, who shares his passion and commitment to walking alongside those who have faced tragedy.