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| − | [http://comeuntochrist.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints] offers a program to help persons struggling with addictions and compulsive behaviors. Healing from addictive and compulsive behaviors begins as participants turn their hearts to the Savior, Jesus Christ. The program encourages greater connection with God and increased support from others. The name of the program is "'''Healing through the Savior: The Addiction | + | [http://comeuntochrist.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints] offers a program to help persons struggling with addictions and compulsive behaviors. Healing from addictive and compulsive behaviors begins as participants turn their hearts to the Savior, [[Jesus Christ]]. The program encourages greater connection with God and increased support from others. The name of the program is "'''Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program'''." |
| − | ==Hope of Recovery | + | ==Hope of Recovery Is Found through the Healing Powers of the Great Physician== |
A person who is struggling with an addiction may at times feel that there is no hope for recovery. He or she may at times ask the same question that the prophet Jeremiah asked, “Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there?” [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/jer/8?lang=eng#p22 Jeremiah 8:22]. The answer is that Jesus Christ, the Great Physician, is that balm in Gilead. Elder [[Patrick Kearon]] of the [[Quorum of the Twelve Apostles]] has taught, “We find healing and relief only when we bring ourselves to the feet of the great physician: our Savior, Jesus Christ.”[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/come-unto-me-with-full-purpose-of-heart-and-i-shall-heal-you?lang=eng] | A person who is struggling with an addiction may at times feel that there is no hope for recovery. He or she may at times ask the same question that the prophet Jeremiah asked, “Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there?” [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/jer/8?lang=eng#p22 Jeremiah 8:22]. The answer is that Jesus Christ, the Great Physician, is that balm in Gilead. Elder [[Patrick Kearon]] of the [[Quorum of the Twelve Apostles]] has taught, “We find healing and relief only when we bring ourselves to the feet of the great physician: our Savior, Jesus Christ.”[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/come-unto-me-with-full-purpose-of-heart-and-i-shall-heal-you?lang=eng] | ||
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| − | The addiction recovery program’s 12-step framework helps participants overcome addictive and compulsive behaviors through inspired principles of recovery: honesty, hope, trust in God, humility and forgiveness. It includes a confidential network of support and online resources that help them experience a change of heart and find healing.[https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/addiction-recovery-program-name-change-emphasizes-healing-begins-with-jesus-christ] The | + | The addiction recovery program’s 12-step framework helps participants overcome addictive and compulsive behaviors through inspired principles of recovery: honesty, hope, trust in God, humility, and forgiveness. It includes a confidential network of support and online resources that help them experience a change of heart and find healing.[https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/addiction-recovery-program-name-change-emphasizes-healing-begins-with-jesus-christ] The Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program adapted the 12 steps of the Alcoholics Anonymous World Services Inc. into a framework of the doctrines, principles, and beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The 12 steps are reprinted and adapted with permission of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. (AAWS).[https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/01/12/addiction-recovery-program-healing-through-the-savior-blessing-lives/] |
The free and confidential recovery groups, which are not limited to Church members, are available worldwide in person or virtually. They are led by volunteer facilitators, many of whom have recovered from their own addiction-related challenges. In 2023, addiction recovery meetings were held in 30 different countries and in 17 different languages. Virtual and in-person meeting times and locations are listed on addictionrecovery.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Family members of the person seeking recovery are also encouraged to attend the program. | The free and confidential recovery groups, which are not limited to Church members, are available worldwide in person or virtually. They are led by volunteer facilitators, many of whom have recovered from their own addiction-related challenges. In 2023, addiction recovery meetings were held in 30 different countries and in 17 different languages. Virtual and in-person meeting times and locations are listed on addictionrecovery.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Family members of the person seeking recovery are also encouraged to attend the program. | ||
| − | ''' | + | * '''[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/addiction-recovery-program-2023?lang=eng&cid=arp_hts_newsroom_article_2024 Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program 12-Step Recovery Guide]''' |
| − | Additionally the recovery guide includes 12 videos that were launched on 1 September 2015 by Mormon Channel.org. | + | Additionally the recovery guide includes 12 videos that were launched on 1 September 2015 by Mormon Channel.org. The trailer for the video series can be viewed below: |
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| − | + | ===Videos Featured in the 12 Steps of the Addiction Recovery Program=== | |
| − | == | + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_DtmXXpw6Q Step 1: Honesty] |
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8W5UgKHJrI Step 2: Hope] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nPEnB2dv9o Step 3: Trust in God] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FcZyje9n74 Step 4: Truth] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiAUMnjwqsc Step 5: Confession] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuZL7D6O7As Step 6: Change of Heart] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMYprBs5QsM Step 7: Humility] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIVsE33THZQ Step 8: Seeking Forgiveness] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWKSFfxeL9k Step 9: Restitution and Reconciliation] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=004AQLTSo3s Step 10: Daily Accountability] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_qifv1kkpI Step 11: Personal Revelation] | ||
| + | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7avoFnympIg Step 12: Service] | ||
| − | + | In September 2015, Mormon Channel.org also released a video of Dr. Kevin McCauley explaining the role of the brain in addiction recovery. In the video, Dr. McCauley points out: | |
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:Addiction is never an escape from responsibility for our choices and our actions, but it does affect our brains like a disease that is difficult to control. Because addiction rewires the brain, the substances and behaviors we are addicted to may seem impossible to quit. However, there is hope; the brain can change. | :Addiction is never an escape from responsibility for our choices and our actions, but it does affect our brains like a disease that is difficult to control. Because addiction rewires the brain, the substances and behaviors we are addicted to may seem impossible to quit. However, there is hope; the brain can change. | ||
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| − | + | ==External Links== | |
| + | *[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/addiction-recovery-program-2023?lang=eng&cid=arp_hts_newsroom_article_2024 Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program 12-Step Recovery Guide] | ||
| + | *[https://www.thechurchnews.com/2021/8/18/23218627/addiction-atonement-byu-education-week-jason-webb-therapy-love-of-god-recovery/ Church News, "BYU Education Week: How God’s love and the gospel of Jesus Christ can help those struggling with addiction"] | ||
| + | *[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/04/broken-things-to-mend?lang=eng#p16 Jeffrey R. Holland, "Broken Things to Mend," April 2006 General Conference] | ||
| + | *[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/51nelson?lang=eng#p18 Russell M. Nelson, "Think Celestial!" October 2023 General Conference] | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:23, 12 January 2025
12-Step Addiction Recovery Program
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers a program to help persons struggling with addictions and compulsive behaviors. Healing from addictive and compulsive behaviors begins as participants turn their hearts to the Savior, Jesus Christ. The program encourages greater connection with God and increased support from others. The name of the program is "Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program."
Contents
Hope of Recovery Is Found through the Healing Powers of the Great Physician
A person who is struggling with an addiction may at times feel that there is no hope for recovery. He or she may at times ask the same question that the prophet Jeremiah asked, “Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there?” Jeremiah 8:22. The answer is that Jesus Christ, the Great Physician, is that balm in Gilead. Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles has taught, “We find healing and relief only when we bring ourselves to the feet of the great physician: our Savior, Jesus Christ.”[1]
The 12-Step Recovery Guide
The addiction recovery program’s 12-step framework helps participants overcome addictive and compulsive behaviors through inspired principles of recovery: honesty, hope, trust in God, humility, and forgiveness. It includes a confidential network of support and online resources that help them experience a change of heart and find healing.[2] The Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program adapted the 12 steps of the Alcoholics Anonymous World Services Inc. into a framework of the doctrines, principles, and beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The 12 steps are reprinted and adapted with permission of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. (AAWS).[3]
The free and confidential recovery groups, which are not limited to Church members, are available worldwide in person or virtually. They are led by volunteer facilitators, many of whom have recovered from their own addiction-related challenges. In 2023, addiction recovery meetings were held in 30 different countries and in 17 different languages. Virtual and in-person meeting times and locations are listed on addictionrecovery.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Family members of the person seeking recovery are also encouraged to attend the program.
Additionally the recovery guide includes 12 videos that were launched on 1 September 2015 by Mormon Channel.org. The trailer for the video series can be viewed below:
Videos Featured in the 12 Steps of the Addiction Recovery Program
- Step 1: Honesty
- Step 2: Hope
- Step 3: Trust in God
- Step 4: Truth
- Step 5: Confession
- Step 6: Change of Heart
- Step 7: Humility
- Step 8: Seeking Forgiveness
- Step 9: Restitution and Reconciliation
- Step 10: Daily Accountability
- Step 11: Personal Revelation
- Step 12: Service
In September 2015, Mormon Channel.org also released a video of Dr. Kevin McCauley explaining the role of the brain in addiction recovery. In the video, Dr. McCauley points out:
- Addiction is never an escape from responsibility for our choices and our actions, but it does affect our brains like a disease that is difficult to control. Because addiction rewires the brain, the substances and behaviors we are addicted to may seem impossible to quit. However, there is hope; the brain can change.
External Links
- Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program 12-Step Recovery Guide
- Church News, "BYU Education Week: How God’s love and the gospel of Jesus Christ can help those struggling with addiction"
- Jeffrey R. Holland, "Broken Things to Mend," April 2006 General Conference
- Russell M. Nelson, "Think Celestial!" October 2023 General Conference
