How do I Parpicipate?

Every Friday night in our Chapel:

To get started - just show up!

Large Group from 7 - 8 p.m.

Join us for a time of worship, testimonies and teaching on the twelve steps and recovery principles.

Issue Groups from 8 - 9 p.m.

At the conclusion of our Large Group Meeting, we will break up into gender specific issue groups for more in-depth discussions. The gender specific open issue groups will provide more in-depth sharing of similar struggles. Teachings from the Large Group Meeting or devotional readings will be used to initiate sharing. These meetings meet in various rooms in our Education Building. Participants are encouraged to comment, read or just listen. You are welcome to come and not say say anything. We use only the CR material. No outside material is allowed to be used or shared with the group.

Newcomers' Meeting

If you are new to recovery or a visitor, after the Large Group session we invite you to attend this meeting. Just meet around the table in the same room the Large Group is held in. You will receive a brief introduction to CR through a short video, discussion of our meeting format and some personal testimonies. There is no obligation to share. Just join us and find out about CR, ask questions and determine if it is a good fit for you.

Coffee and More Cafe from 9 - 9:30 p.m.

Join others for a time of fellowship, coffee and dessert after the issue group time. It is an excellent way to unwind, relax and get to know others better. Many use this time to connect with a sponsor.

Child Care available from 6:45 to 9:00 p.m.

 

Secrets of a Successful Recovery

Perhaps you are wondering why Celebrate Recovery is so successful in hundreds of churches across the land. There are three reasons why this approach is special:

· Jesus Christ is the “Higher Power”.
· Issue Groups are led by real people who have
been through recovery with Him.
· The Principles and methods applied are built
upon Biblical truths.

 

 

What is Celebrate Recovery?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered and Bible-based 12 Step Recovery Program. The purpose is to focus on God’s healing power through fellowship with others. By working the 12 Steps and the 8 Beatitude Principles, issue groups open up, share experiences, and explore hope. In this way, we become willing to accept God’s grace in solving our problems.

Who needs it?

Anyone can participate in Celebrate Recovery:

· Anyone ready to start a new life
· The churched and the un-churched
· Men and women
· The addicted and their families
· The guilty, sad, or compulsive
· Anyone in need of recovery

How does Celebrate Recovery work?

This tried and proven recovery system uses the traditional methods of issue groups, sponsors, accountability partners, and special occasions to build recovery for those struggling with addictive habits, codependency, childhood hurts, and other life experiences that affect our peace. In Celebrate Recovery groups, the walking wounded study, pray, share, and take the steps necessary to experience a better life.

Who leads it?

Celebrate Recovery is conducted by Christians who have been through 12-step recovery themselves. They understand.

Many have been dealt tragic blows in their lives. Our choices cause painful and lingering consequences, leading to guilt, remorse, grief, and shame. These individuals can truly understand and lead others.

Is it a safe place?

Celebrate Recovery is a place where you can…

· share, find refuge, belong
· give and receive caring
· practice respect
· be assured of confidentiality
· take off your mask
· find an accountability partner
· locate other recovery meetings
· grow strong again
· learn vital life lessons
· dare to take healthy risks
· get referral to counselors
· decide to change your life

The issue group is not a place where you can practice selfish control of others, get therapy, keep secrets, look for dating partners, judge others, or find a quick fix.