Walking Through Recovery | Tiffany’s Story
Coping with deep childhood trauma led Tiffany down a path of addiction, heartbreak, and eventually jail. Sitting in jail and feeling completely stuck, a visit from Heartland staff in jail gave her a glimmer of hope that life could actually be different. “A few of my standout moments at Heartland that truly changed me was my deliverance from the things of my past that held me captive, and the love that this community here at Heartland showed me.” Today, she’s rediscovering joy, rebuilding relationships with her family, and getting ready for Bible college.
Tiffany’s heart goes out to anyone going through that same struggle: “Do not be afraid or ashamed to reach out for help, because someone is willing to help… if you truly want the help, just ask.” You don’t have to fight this battle alone—there is real hope and a community ready to walk with you. Reach out to Heartland Recovery today and take that first step toward a fresh start.
Contact Information:
Heartland Women’s Recovery Program
304 New Creation Road
Bethel, MO 63434
recoveryinfo@hland.net
Admissions phone 573-633-5606
eFax 816-817-1305
Heartland Recovery E-Newsletter
We consider ourselves incredibly blessed to have so many people and organizations walking alongside our ministry to help bring hope and healing and transformation to lives. Our mission here at Heartland Recovery is “To seek out those who are suffering and provide a refuge for healing where we will teach them life-changing biblical truths, train them through discipleship, and equip them with the practical tools they need to be sent out to serve their community and Church and live life successfully through Jesus Christ.”
This edition of our newsletter doesn’t even scratch the surface of everything that has taken place in our third quarter of 2026, but it’s great to look back and take time to celebrate a few of those moments. Follow us on social media or subscribe to our YouTube channel for a steady stream of updates as they happen!
Walking Through Recovery | Tim’s Story
Tim from Huntsville, Missouri, spent years running from childhood trauma through a spiral of addiction that eventually escalated to meth and fentanyl. Believing there was no way out, Tim attempted to take his own life through an overdose, but woke up hours later unharmed.
After cycling through traditional rehabs, treatments, and jail without lasting success, Tim chose Heartland Recovery after seeing the radical transformation in two of his close friends. Though he initially arrived terrified that his heart had grown too hardened to heal, everything shifted when he met God personally. “Cabin seven at Camp Inlow was definitely life changing for me,” Tim shares. “That’s where God really met me… and things just started doing a 180.” Tim found genuine joy and complete restoration with his family. “If you’re at rock bottom and you don’t have anywhere to go… get down on your hands and knees and just beg God to meet you where you’re at.”
If you are drowning in trauma, addiction, or hopelessness, you don’t have to face the darkness alone. Contact Heartland Recovery today to learn more about our 12-month program and take the first step toward lasting restoration.
Heartland Men’s Recovery Program
📍 500 New Creation Road, Newark, MO 63458
📧 recoveryinfo@hland.net
📞 573-633-5606 (Admissions)
📠 1-816-817-1802 (eFax)
🔗 More info: hlandrecovery.org
Addiction In The Church Recap & Resources
Heartland Recovery welcomed approximately 120 people to the third annual Addiction and the Church event, “Made for More.” It was encouraging to have people from more than ten churches, along with community partners such as Centerstone, Mark Twain Behavioral Health, the Dream Center in Troy, court liaisons, counselors, psychologists, pastors, elders, deacons, and others. Through helpful speakers, powerful testimonies, worship, and fellowship, we considered how the Church can respond to addiction with truth, compassion, and the hope of Christ.
Guest speaker Vic Comstock, from Family Life Fellowship of Moberly, explored the spiritual root of addiction as misplaced worship, unpacking why genuine healing goes beyond temporary behavior change to true spiritual transformation through worship, repentance, and seeking God’s presence.
Vic Porter (founder of the Institute of Self Worth) followed, reminding us that God does not define us by our performance but by His love for us.
Jerica Bowman, LMSW, from Landmark Recovery in Jefferson City also shared valuable insight on mental health and the ways churches can come alongside those who are struggling. Using the analogy of a “shared playground”, Jerica explained how clinical treatment and the local church are complementary partners—not substitutes—in long-term recovery. Her presentation shed light on what unique strengths each brings to the table, how to avoid common pitfalls, and why the church provides the essential elements of purpose and community that clinical settings cannot offer alone.
Recovery ministry leaders Scott Miller, Adrienne Miller, and JC Morgan also spoke about how Jesus responds to brokenness with intentional compassion—looking beyond destructive conditions and labels to speak to a person’s God-given identity and purpose. Rehabilitation and sobriety are not the finish line—they are the starting point; the next step is the “battle after the battle,” renewing the mind and walking in discipleship in everyday life.
Thanks again to Shottenkirk Toyota of Quincy for sponsoring lunch for the event, Bethel Fest Hall for catering, and the residents of the Heartland Men’s and Women’s Recovery Programs for their hard work serving throughout the day.
Archived videos of the presentations are available on the HlandTV YouTube channel.
AWAKEN 2026 Oct 2-3
AWAKEN 2026 is a two day worship gathering on Friday evening, October 2 and Saturday, October 3.
This event is focused on youth and college age students who are passionate about Jesus and worshiping Him. As always there will be plenty of food and fun as well!
Awaken in sponsored by Heartland Christian College and will be held at Heartland Community Church,
6434 Shelby Co. Rd. 150, Bethel, MO 63434
The event is free of charge with pre-registration.
More details available on the registration event page
