Friendship Celebrate Recovery

10/06/2026

Did you know serving others can become part of your own healing?

We often think serving is only about what we can do for someone else.

But God has a way of using service to change us, too.

Serving gets us outside of ourselves.
It gives purpose to what we’ve walked through.
It reminds us that we still have something to give.

Sometimes the very place where you once struggled becomes the place God uses you to help someone else.

You don’t have to have it all together to serve.

You just have to be willing to say…

“God, use me.”

10/05/2026

We have a great night of Live worship, Lesson 19, and of course time together!
Supper at 6pm
Large group and open share 6:30pm

09/05/2026

The official color for National Recovery Month is purple.

Purple: Represents courage, resilience, hope, and healing for those in recovery from substance use and mental health conditions.

09/04/2026

AN EVENING YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS! 🌟

Friendship Celebrate Recovery is excited to welcome Street Poet Mark J. on September 7th at 6:30 PM at Friendship Place ! 🎤

Come hear Mark share his story, his heart, and a message of hope through spoken word. All are welcome! Whether you’re walking through recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply need a reminder that there is hope and you are not alone—there’s a place for you here. ❤️

📅 September 7th
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Friendship Place

🎟️ Admission is a love offering.
There is no set admission price—come ready to give as you feel led.

Bring a friend. Come as you are.

Let’s fill Friendship Place with hope, healing, and the reminder that God is still writing our stories.

❤️ We can’t wait to see you!

08/20/2026

Have you been thinking about attending Celebrate Recovery, but fear of the unknown keeps holding you back?

Maybe you’ve wondered…

What happens when I walk through those doors?
Will I know anyone?
Will I have to talk?
Will people judge me?
Do I even belong there?

Here’s what we want you to know:

❤️ The newcomer is the most important person walking through our doors.

We remember what it felt like to walk in for the first time. The nerves. The uncertainty. The temptation to turn around and go home.

You don’t have to have everything figured out.
You don’t have to tell your whole story.
You don’t even have to know exactly why you’re there.

You just have to take that first step through the door.

Come as you are. We’ll be glad you came. ❤️

07/24/2026

07/23/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about Celebrate Recovery is that it’s only for people struggling with alcohol or drugs.

The truth is… Celebrate Recovery is for anyone with hurts, habits, or hang-ups.

Maybe your struggle isn’t addiction. Maybe it’s:

💙 Anxiety
💙 Anger
💙 Codependency
💙 Control
💙 Fear
💙 Depression
💙 Grief
💙 Shame
💙 People-pleasing
💙 Perfectionism
💙 Pride
💙 Relationship struggles
💙 Past trauma

We all have something we need God’s healing from.

Celebrate Recovery isn’t about labeling people, it’s about finding freedom through Jesus Christ in a safe community where no one has to walk alone.

Recovery is for everyone because we all need Jesus.

Who needs to hear this today? Tag them below. ❤️

07/15/2026

Our team is excited to be at Summit 2026!

07/08/2026

💚 July Mental Health Monday Series 💚

Theme: Freedom in Recovery

July 6

Freedom Isn’t Pretending You’re Fine

Independence Day reminds us of freedom, but in recovery, freedom often starts with honesty.

Not the polished kind.
The real kind.

“I’m struggling.”
“I need support.”
“I’m not okay today.”

Freedom is not pretending everything is fine so others feel comfortable.
Freedom is being honest enough to let healing begin.

Some days that looks like texting your Sponsor before you isolate.
Some days it looks like telling your Accountability Partner the truth.
Some days it looks like showing up to a meeting tired, tender, and still willing.

You don’t have to perform wellness.
You are allowed to practice honesty.

✨ Try this today:
Name one thing honestly, even if only to yourself first.

💬 Let’s talk:
Where are you learning to trade pretending for honesty?

06/22/2026

Testimony night and Potluck dinner! 🗣️🍲
Tonight, please bring a food item to share and be ready for a life-changing testimony. ✨🙏
Invite a friend to join us! 🤝😊
6 PM meal followed by large group and open share small groups at 6:30 PM! 🦋