What happens at a Celebrate Recovery meeting?
Most attendees will walk away with reading material, references, and a good idea of what to expect at meetings. If you’re wondering what happens at Celebrate Recovery meetings, attending a Newcomers 101 session is the best way to get firsthand experience without having to share anything or commit to anything.
Why is it called Celebrate Recovery?
Celebrate Recovery is based on the Bible as God’s word. The Beatitudes Jesus spoke during the Sermon on the Mount was the Eight Ways to be Happy and are God’s road to recovery. Rather than looking toward the past and going repeatedly going over painful memories, Celebrate Recovery looks toward the future.
What is a step study in Celebrate Recovery?
A Step Study is a personal journey through each of the 12 Steps of Celebrate Recovery in a confidential group led by a facilitator who has completed a study. The step study is where we get into the heart of the program and true healing from life’s’ hurts, hang-ups, and habits occur.
What is a Celebrate Recovery sponsor?
A sponsor has completed the 12 steps of the Celebrate Recovery program. He or she has gone through the 4 participant’s guides, worked the 8 principles of CR, and has basically finished but is always continuing to work through the entire 12-step program.
How do you introduce yourself in Celebrate Recovery?
In our meeting, we introduce ourselves by first saying “I’m a believer” because we believe our identity is in Jesus Christ – the one and only Higher Power. You may hear each of us say a different variation, but the common thread is our identity in Jesus.
How many steps are there in the Celebrate Recovery?
The 12 Steps | Tualatin Celebrate Recovery.
How long do you have to be sober to be a sponsor?
Between one to two years of abstinence is preferable. You can also ask if they’ve sponsored someone before.
What qualities are you looking for in a sponsor?
Here are six traits to look for in an amazing AA sponsor:
- Someone You Feel Comfortable With. Feeling at ease with your sponsor is one of the most important qualities to look for.
- Knowledgeable and Experienced.
- A Good Listener.
- Motivational, Not Controlling.
- A Caring Personality.
- Someone Who Is Available.
