We are counting our blessings here at Heartland Recovery. Here are just a few ways we’ve seen the hand of God at work throughout our ministry. For those of you who have come alongside to support a loved one in recovery, or partnered with us to provide essential needs, or joined us for special events, THANK YOU! If you are not on our mailing list, you...
Read MoreMoldova 2024 | Missions Report
This past September, a team of four visited Moldova for the first time in nearly six years. We spoke at churches, including Maria and Victor’s home church, and witnessed remarkable ministries like a nursing home that provides care for those in need and a facility for the disabled that helps people find purpose. We saw their impressive bread ministry...
Read MoreWalking Through Recovery | Shawn’s Story
Shawn’s life quickly went off the rails after his father was sentenced to death for murder. Shawn was just 11 years old. Eleven years later he was called in to witness his father’s execution. The pain and anger were uncontrollable, recounts Shawn, which “began a mountain of pain in my life. …Over the course of 26 years I battled...
Read MoreNational Recovery Month
Each September, Heartland Recovery recognizes National Recovery Month, a time to increase awareness and celebrate the successes of those who battle addiction. Here are some ways you can get involved to show your support to the recovery community and make a difference! Addiction & The Church Seminar. Join Heartland Recovery for this 1-day informational...
Read MoreWalking Through Recovery | Eric’s Story
Eric’s struggles began in his early teens when he started using alcohol and marijuana. He realized that his addiction had taken over when he was staring at his drugs anxiously planning on “trying to get more” because it was never enough. As his addiction escalated, he found himself in a cycle of legal trouble and homelessness. Sitting in...
Read MoreWalking Through Recovery | Tye’s Story
Tye grew up with an absent father and a mother struggling with addiction, which led to his experimenting with drugs from a young age. After losing a father figure at 13, Tye went deeper into drug use seeking comfort. Full blown addiction followed, causing him to lose jobs, relationships, and even custody of his daughter. Despite cycles of getting clean and...
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