Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks, The by Philip Ilott Roberts (1872 - 1938)Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks, The by Philip Ilott Roberts (1872 - 1938)
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'Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks' shares inspiring stories of addiction recovery through faith at the Ole Jerry McAuley Mission.
Episodes: 33
Faith and Redemption: Stories from the Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks
Curious about how faith can transform lives? 'Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks' offers a moving collection of stories from the early 1900s, focusing on destitute alcoholics and addicts who found redemption through Christ at the Ole Jerry McAuley Mission in New York City. Written by Philip Ilott Roberts, this podcast delves into the mission's impact, revealing how spiritual experiences helped individuals rebuild their lives.
Listeners will hear about the struggles and triumphs of those who were welcomed with open arms, regardless of their past. Each episode brings to life tales of transformation, showcasing the power of faith, community, and the human spirit. If you're seeking inspiration or understanding about the role of spirituality in recovery, this podcast is a heartfelt journey worth taking.
Latest Episodes
Ch 15. - Pilgrims of the Night
This chapter portrays late-night street outreach to New York’s homeless men, sharing candid conversations about how lives unravel. It closes with a firm Christian hope that even those counted as ‘rui…
Ch 14. - Saved to the Uttermost
This chapter recounts Reinhold Scholz’s fall from educated professional to Bowery drunkard and his near-suicidal despair in New York. It then describes how a visit to the Jerry Macaulay Mission and a…
Ch 13. - The Second Spring
Chapter 13, “The Second Spring,” shares an Englishman’s journey from a religious upbringing through alcoholism, relapse and homelessness to a renewed commitment to Christ at the Jerry McAuley Mission…
Ch 12. - The Lifted Bondage
This chapter shares Howard Thompson’s journey from severe addiction and despair to sobriety and stability through faith, the Water Street Mission, and family prayer. It focuses on spiritual surrender…
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