06/18/2026
"Before Powerhouse, I was a dope fiend, chain-smoking s*x addict. I had a best friend pass away in my room, and many others—including myself—OD and almost die. Ambulance rides and trashy hotels were normal for me. I was the definition of a powerless person, and self-sabotage was one of my favorite hobbies.
If I’m being real, I had ulterior motives coming in—hearing about a free place for two years and a free dentist had me all in. I was missing my top six teeth, so yeah, I couldn’t pass that up. I wasn’t planning to go back to drugs, but I was still planning to hook up with people from dating apps. I had something lined up, but I chose to bring it to Kevin, one of the pastors, thinking he might be chill about it. Well, that conversation didn’t go the way I expected—but it changed something in me.
Today, I am only a few weeks away from celebrating one year free from s*xual addiction and ni****ne, and almost 2 years free from 5 other substances! I enjoy the simple things—like going to sleep in a clean bed and waking up with joy. I care about my finances. I have a savings account. I budget every week. I’ve changed everything. I’ve become someone who speaks up, resolves problems with love, sets boundaries, and steps into uncomfortable situations with courage and boldness. I can’t wait to see what this new future is going to look like! "
- James, Upcoming Graduate of the Men's Residential Recovery Center
Please join us for our 2026 Graduation Ceremony celebrating this year’s incredible graduates of our Residential Recovery Centers and Leadership College! Come enjoy dinner with us and hear incredible testimonies from each of our graduates, including James. This year’s celebration will be on Sunday, June 28th, at Lakeside Church from 5:00-7:00 PM. Dress is Semi-formal.
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