Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Christophe Lepoutre
The Inexhaustible Cup
The Inexhaustible Cup
The Inexhaustible Cup
Tuesday 24th November 2015
Explore how faith and community support blend to offer healing from addiction in this episode of 'Healing Addictions'.
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Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
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Episode Overview
- The Inexhaustible Cup icon is renowned for its healing powers against addiction.
- Spiritual intercession and prayer are vital in addiction recovery.
- Healing involves physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions.
- The Orthodox Church's sacraments aid in overcoming addiction.
- Faith and community play crucial roles in sobriety.
"No one departs empty-handed from the inexhaustible cup of divine gifts."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of 'Healing Addictions' offers a unique perspective by intertwining traditional 12-step recovery with the spiritual guidance of the Holy Orthodox Church. Fr. Christophe Lepoutre, the executive director of the Fellowship of the Inexhaustible Cup, shares the miraculous story of the icon, The Inexhaustible Cup, known for its healing powers against addiction.
You'll hear about a military man named Stephen who, inspired by a dream, found sobriety through this icon after a grueling journey. Fr. Christophe discusses the historical significance of this icon, which appeared in Russia in 1878, and its impact on forming a society of sobriety that grew to over 70,000 members. He also opens up about his personal experiences with addiction within his family, highlighting the transformative power of faith and community support.
The podcast delves into the importance of spiritual intercession and prayer as part of addiction recovery. Fr. Christophe emphasises that healing is not just physical but involves emotional and spiritual dimensions too. The episode provides insights into how the Orthodox Church's sacraments and practices can aid in overcoming addiction, focusing on confession and communion as vital steps. For those interested in an alternative approach to addiction recovery that blends spirituality with practical support, this episode offers a compelling narrative.
It invites reflection on how faith and community can play pivotal roles in healing. What role does spirituality play in your journey to sobriety?