Episode 826: From the Heart of a Saint / A Montyman's MeditorialEpisode 826: From the Heart of a Saint / A Montyman's Meditorial
Take 12 Recovery Radio
FROM THE HEART OF A SAINT. The Rev Sam Shoemaker played an intracule part in the early days of Al...
13:34•13 Mar 2024
Finding Hope at the Door: A Journey Through Recovery
Episode Overview
- Monty'man shares his recent experience in Portland's City Team ministry.
- Reverend Sam Shoemaker's poem 'I Stand by the Door' is featured.
- The 'Came to Believe Recovery' group teaches the 12 steps in three days.
- The importance of community and compassion in recovery is highlighted.
- The episode concludes with 'Does Anybody Hear Her?' by Casting Crowns.
“The most tremendous thing in the world is for men to find that door, the door to God.”
Take a journey into the heart of recovery with Monty Dale Meyer, aka the Monty'man, in this touching episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio'. Titled 'From the Heart of a Saint', Monty shares his recent experience in Portland, Oregon, where he witnessed the transformative power of recovery at the City Team ministry. The episode centres around a moving poem by Reverend Sam Shoemaker, a key figure in the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Shoemaker's poem, 'I Stand by the Door', serves as a powerful metaphor for the journey of recovery and the importance of guiding others towards their own path to sobriety. Monty reflects on his time with the 'Came to Believe Recovery' group and the impact of their work in teaching the 12 steps over a three-day workshop.
The episode concludes with the poignant song 'Does Anybody Hear Her?' by Casting Crowns, which echoes the themes of hope and support for those struggling with addiction. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the importance of compassion and community in the recovery journey. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and a reminder that you are not alone in your struggle. Why not give it a listen and see how it resonates with your own experiences?
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