Walking Through Recovery | Kris’ Story
Kris started using drugs at a young age, thinking it was just what the “cool kids” did. What started as experimentation quickly turned into addiction, leading him into a cycle of jail, probation, and parole. Eventually, he lost everything—his home, his family, and nearly his future. “I was tired of my life and ready to give up,” Kris said. “So I turned to God and tried something new.”
That decision changed everything. At Heartland Recovery, he found hope and a fresh start. The biggest turning point came the day before his 43rd birthday when he was baptized and fully surrendered his life to Christ. “Once I made that announcement, everything in my life started turning towards the better,” he shared. Now, with restored family relationships and a new purpose, Kris is attending Bible college and trusting God for the future.
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, there is hope. Contact Heartland Recovery today and take the first step toward freedom.
Heartland Men’s Recovery Program 500 New Creation Road Newark, MO 63458 recoveryinfo@hland.net 573-633-5606 (Admissions Phone) 1-816-817-1802 (eFax) More information: https://hlandrecovery.org/
Friends of the College Fundraiser Banquet
Join us for an evening of fellowship, music by students, and a few words from current students and alumni. Help us celebrate the nearly 11 years we’ve had the ability to accept International students to our College and find out how you can help us prepare for the many years to come!
Click here to make a reservation.
Walking Through Recovery | Cody’s Story
Cody, from just outside St. Louis, knows firsthand that real change doesn’t happen until you decide to make it happen. “I had been what they call a habitual probation violator,” Cody admits. “I hadn’t dropped clean one time since 2019.”
That all came to a head on Valentine’s Day 2023, when he was arrested and spent 60 days in jail. It was there that he first heard about Heartland Recovery. A fellow inmate had a handbook, and as Cody read through it, something stirred inside him. “It really got me thinking that I needed to make some drastic changes, ’cause everything I had done this far didn’t work.”
At Heartland, Cody faced challenges, but those setbacks forced him to reflect. He realized that some of the “changes” he’d made were just surface-level. He had to truly commit. Now, he’s experiencing deeper relationships, restored family connections, and a life that once felt impossible. “God pulled me out of my mess and put me on solid ground. I couldn’t begin to count the blessings that I have today because of the choice that I made and that God impressed on my heart.”
If you’re stuck in the same cycle, feeling that deep longing for something more, don’t let pride hold you back. Seek help. Reach out.
Heartland Men’s Recovery Program 500 New Creation Road Newark, MO 63458 recoveryinfo@hland.net 573-633-5606 (Admissions Phone) 1-816-817-1802 (eFax) More information: https://hlandrecovery.org/
Harmony of Healing
Our second annual Harmony of Healing seminar is designed to create a space for local organizations and church leaders to come together, share resources, and encourage one another in our shared mission of serving those in need.
If you have a desire to see men, women, and youth who have been caught up in addiction, incarceration, and other life challenges set free and find healing, join us for this collaborative event between Heartland Recovery Programs and other community leaders and organizations.
Mark your calendar and plan to join us on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Heartland Community Church (located at 6434 Shelby Co. Rd. 150, Bethel, Missouri).
Watch for details on our Facebook event page, or call 573-633-5603 or click here to register. The event is free, but registration is required by April 15th.
Heartland 30th Anniversary Celebration of Restoration
Join us in the Heartland Community on July 6, 2025, as we host the ministry’s 30th anniversary celebration.
The vision for building a city of refuge started with businessman and founder Charles Sharpe. As he drove across his Missouri farmland one day, he thought, “This would be a good place for kids.” Charlie was thinking of a summer camp, but the vision has grown into a Christian community built around a local church—people working side by side throughout the years to provide a place of hope and healing for the hurting.
JULY 6TH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
3-4pm… Anniversary Program & Recovery Graduation in the Church Sanctuary
4:30-7pm… Family-Friendly Outdoor Games, Activities, and Fellowship followed by a BBQ
7:30pm… Stephen McWhirter Concert in the Church Sanctuary
Dusk… Cupcakes and Fireworks on the Lawn
Please join us in celebrating God’s goodness as we continue to pursue our vision to be a Jesus-centered, sustainable, intentional community of hope for the hurting built around a vibrant local church, cultivating individual, family, community, and global transformation through the power of the Gospel.
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We’re really excited to welcome Stephen McWhirter to Heartland’s 30th Anniversary Celebration on July 6th. He has a heart for worshiping Jesus and leading others to Him, and knows what it is to experience victory over addiction.
“From addiction to redemption, from meth addict to worship leader, Stephen’s powerful testimony is one of radical restoration after having encountered the Presence of God, and giving his life to Jesus. Today, he is a touring worship leader, songwriter, recording artist, speaker, and formally one of the primary songwriters and voices for Iron Bell Music.”
Make plans to join us for this special night of worship!
