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Recovery Cafe Des Moines

Coming soon to Johnston.

Whether you’re facing challenges such as addiction, depression, or navigating life’s transitions—or simply seeking a healthier lifestyle or deeper purpose—this circle is here to support you. Our Recovery Circle is a safe and welcoming space to:
• Share your journey openly.
• Set meaningful and achievable goals.
• Celebrate milestones, big and small.
• Craft a personalized plan to move forward with strength and clarity.

05/29/2026

Love is more than a feeling. It is something we actively practice through compassion, presence, forgiveness, boundaries, and connection.

Our newest blog explores how love shows up through honesty, accountability, and belonging. These small acts can transform how we see ourselves and others.

Take a moment to read and reflect:
https://recoverycafedm.org/the-art-of-love/

05/21/2026

Spend a summer afternoon connecting with community at the Recovery Cafe BBQ and Play at Big Creek State Park Beach Shelter #3 on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm. From pontoon boat rides to kite flying on the beach, this gathering is all about enjoying the outdoors, sharing a meal, and spending time together in a welcoming, alcohol-free environment.

A BBQ luncheon will be served at 1 pm featuring hamburgers and hot dogs, with tableware provided. Guests are welcome to bring a side dish or dessert to share.

This event is free and open to all. Please RSVP so we can prepare enough food and seating for everyone. We look forward to spending a day of food, fun, laughter, and connection at the lake with our community!

RSVP here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recovery-cafe-bbq-and-play-tickets-1989176326941?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/08/2026

In a world that keeps people busy, distracted, and disconnected, being known has become rare. But connection is not a luxury. It is part of what helps us heal.

The people we spend time with, the conversations we have, and the communities we belong to shape our health more than we often realize. Isolation quietly wears us down. Support helps us come back to life.

That’s why spaces of belonging matter.

This blog explores the science and humanity behind social connection and why community can be one of the most important parts of recovery and wellbeing.

Read it here:
https://recoverycafedm.org/the-quiet-power-of-being-known-why-social-connection-is-the-health-intervention-we-keep-overlooking/

04/30/2026

It’s not too late to start! Our Coming Home meditation series started this week, and there is still space for you to step in. This 7-week gathering is a chance to slow down, reconnect with your body, and practice being present in a supportive community.

Each session includes a short teaching, a guided meditation, and time to reflect with others. No experience is needed. Just come as you are.

Grace Lutheran Church
5201 Urbandale Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50310
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
Free and open to all

If you have been feeling disconnected or stretched thin, this is a place to return to yourself, one breath at a time.

Drop in next Tuesday. We will see you there!

04/18/2026

The Talent Show & Spaghetti Dinner was a beautiful reminder of what community is all about.

We are so grateful to everyone who came out to share a meal, showcase their talents, and support one another. From the laughter and creativity on stage to the conversations shared over dinner, the evening truly reflected the heart of Recovery Café—a place of connection, healing, and hope.

At Recovery Café, we believe that healing happens in community. Events like this bring that mission to life in such a meaningful way.

Thank you to our incredible performers, volunteers, and all who joined us—you made the night unforgettable. We’re so glad you’re part of this community.

04/05/2026

Want to stay in the loop about what’s happening at Recovery Café? Our newsletter is the best way to keep up with upcoming meetings, special events, inspiring stories, and ways to get involved.

Each edition is filled with updates about our community, opportunities to connect, and content that encourages hope and healing.

Whether you’re a member, volunteer, supporter, or simply curious about what we do, we’d love to keep you informed.

Sign up today and stay connected with a community rooted in belonging and recovery: https://recoverycafedm.org/contact/

04/03/2026

Recovery is not a quick fix. It is a process of reflection, honesty, and growth that happens one step at a time.

In our latest blog post, we reflect on a powerful lesson shared by a sponsor who often said that recovery is an inside job. Healing invites us to take a deeper look at ourselves, to acknowledge our struggles, make amends where we can, and continue growing in humility and service.

While community plays a vital role in recovery, the steps guide us through the personal work that leads to real transformation. They encourage us to slow down, stay honest, and keep moving forward even when the journey feels difficult.

If you are walking a recovery path or supporting someone who is, we invite you to read this reflection on the meaning of the steps and the wisdom passed down through those who have walked this road before us.

Read the full blog post here:
https://recoverycafedm.org/the-inside-job/

03/25/2026

Get ready for a fun and welcoming evening at Recovery Café’s Game Night. Join us on April 10 for a lively night filled with entertainment, laughter, and great conversation in a supportive, alcohol-free community.

We’ll also be serving a delicious spaghetti dinner to enjoy together. Sharing a meal is one of the best ways to connect, and we’re excited to gather around the table before the talent show begins.

Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, meet new people, and come enjoy a night of good food and genuine community. Please RSVP to our free event but all are welcome at the door. We can’t wait to see you there!

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985000898121?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/24/2026

“Recovery is an inside job.” Those words were once shared by a sponsor who had decades of recovery and a presence that could light up any room. It was simple advice, but it carries a deep truth. No matter how much support, encouragement, or wisdom we receive from others, the real work of recovery happens within us.

Community matters. Sponsors matter. Friendship and accountability matter. But healing begins when we are willing to take an honest look at ourselves and begin doing the work on the inside.

In our blog post, “The Inside Job,” we reflect on the wisdom of a mentor who reminded us that recovery is not something someone else can do for us. It is a journey that asks for courage, humility, and the willingness to grow.

We invite you to read the full reflection and consider what the “inside job” means in your own life.

Read the blog here:
https://recoverycafedm.org/the-inside-job/

03/17/2026

At Recovery Café, we are reminded daily that life is a classroom and each of us is a learner. A teacher you can trust does not need to have all the answers. They create an environment where safety, encouragement, and growth are possible.

The difference is not found in control or authority, but in connection and belief. When we feel seen, supported, and invited to try again, courage naturally follows.

That is what happens here at the Café. Members, volunteers, and staff support one another not by judging or ranking, but by walking alongside each other with kindness and trust.

Trust opens the door to learning. Encouragement opens the door to healing. Community opens the door to belonging.

Read the full blog here: https://recoverycafedm.org/the-importance-of-a-teacher-you-can-trust/

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