theaddictionconnection
theaddictionconnection
#17 - Church Addictions Outreach (CJ McMurry and Dr. Shaw)
#17 - Church Addictions Outreach (CJ McMurry and Dr. Shaw)
#17 - Church Addictions Outreach (CJ McMurry and Dr. Shaw)
Wednesday 8th April 2020
Join Dr. Mark E. Shaw and CJ McMurry as they explore the vital role of church-based programs in addiction recovery on 'The Addiction Connection Podcast'.
24 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
theaddictionconnection
Overview:
Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
287 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Faith, Fellowship, and Recovery: The Church's Role in Addiction Outreach
We want to be like proactive and really, you know, this is about evangelism and discipleship.
Imagine a place where faith and recovery walk hand in hand. In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw sits down with CJ McMurry, the Founder of The Refuge in Winterset, Iowa. CJ is not just a leader but also a Commissioned Addictions Biblical Counselor who has dedicated his life to addiction ministry. Together, they dive into the transformative power of church-based addiction programs and the profound impact they have on individuals seeking recovery.
CJ shares his heartfelt journey and passion for evangelism and discipleship, emphasizing how essential it is to connect addiction outreach to the local church. At Redeemer Church, where CJ ministers, they offer a residential program and weekly Gospel-Centered Recovery (GCR) meetings, using Dr. Shaw's 'The Heart of Addiction' as a guiding resource. The conversation also tackles tough questions like 'What makes addiction ministry so hard?' and 'Who is qualified to counsel an addict?'.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on blending faith with recovery, this episode offers a sanctuary of hope and guidance.