Recovery Internet Radio
Recovery Internet Radio
Recovery and the Clergy
Recovery and the Clergy
Recovery and the Clergy
Monday 20th May 2013
Father Jim Swarthout discusses his battle with alcoholism, the power of faith, and the importance of community in recovery on Recovery Internet Radio.
63 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Faith and Recovery: Father Jim Swarthout's Story
Our work in the field of ministry, our work in the field of addiction and mental health, is really to work with each other: core, ad, core, heart to heart.
What happens when faith meets the challenging path of recovery? In this episode of Recovery Internet Radio, hosts Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg sit down with Father Jim Swarthout, a long-time advocate for the recovery community. Father Jim, now with Rosecrance Health Systems, shares his personal journey through alcoholism and how his unwavering faith has been both a guiding light and a source of strength in his recovery.
From his early days as a Roman Catholic Priest to his current role, Father Jim discusses the evolving attitudes towards alcoholism over the past three decades and the crucial role of community support in healing. He opens up about the power of prayer and love in building a fulfilling, sober life, and reflects on his transition within the church.
This episode is not just a conversation about overcoming addiction; it's a heartfelt exploration of how spirituality and community can intersect to create a supportive environment for recovery. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Father Jim's story offers hope, insight, and a reminder that you're never alone.