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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has changed the name of its program that helps people struggling with or affected by addictions to Healing through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program.2024 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has changed the name of its programme that helps people struggling with or affected by addictions to Healing through the Saviour: The Addiction Recovery Programme. It also released an updated 12-step recovery guide in connection with the revised programme name.
These changes emphasise that healing from addictive and compulsive behaviours begins as participants turn their hearts to the Saviour, Jesus Christ. The programme encourages greater connection with God and increased support from others.
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The addiction recovery program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints includes a confidential network of support and online resources that help participants experience a change of heart and find healing.2024 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.Increasing the Focus on Christ
“Changing the name to focus more on Jesus Christ emphasizes the healing that comes through Him and His atonement,” said Blaine Maxfield, managing director of the Church’s Welfare and Self-Reliance Services. “Although it may take time, overcoming trials and addictions is possible through Jesus Christ. Through participation in Healing through the Saviour: The Addiction Recovery Programme, individuals can find hope, healing and strength to rebuild their lives by turning to the Saviour.”
“Changing the name to focus more on Jesus Christ emphasises the healing that comes through Him and His atonement.” —Blaine Maxfield, Welfare and Self-Reliance Services
The addiction recovery programme’s 12-step framework helps participants overcome addictive and compulsive behaviours 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.
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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. 2024 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.Addiction Recovery Groups Now Available in a Variety of Locations and Languages
The free and confidential recovery groups, which are not limited to Church members, are available virtually worldwide and in person in some locations. They are led by service missionaries. Groups also have facilitators who are living in recovery and desire to support others who want to heal. Addiction recovery meetings are held in 42 countries and in 31 languages. Virtual and in-person meeting times and locations are listed on addictionrecovery.ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
When asked about her experience with the addiction recovery programme, a sister from Europe said, “I have shared part of my life with an alcoholic. Initially, I believed that if I loved, understood, and supported my spouse enough, he would become sober… I grew weary and felt despair.” She continued, “From the first session, I felt trust in the atmosphere. The Church’s course centred on Jesus Christ’s immense love… As we prayed together, I felt the miracle of forgiveness and received new strength from God. Jesus Christ is the great Healer, and He heals the wounds of the soul… I highly recommend [The Addiction Recovery Programme] to anyone suffering from addiction.”
Finding Strength in the Lord
The Church’s addiction recovery programme is about supporting and connecting with each other in overcoming addiction, but it’s also about connecting with the Saviour, Jesus Christ. He wants to help us in our trials, and He is the source of healing.
“The Saviour is keenly aware of all of our trials and struggles,” said Ben Erwin, a Family Services therapist who manages the addiction recovery programme. “When we gather to support each other in overcoming this challenge through Him, my experience is that He is there with us.”
Visit addictionrecovery.ChurchofJesusChrist.org to find a meeting. The website also includes stories of hope, videos and support group guides. You can also listen to podcasts of recorded meetings to learn more about what a meeting is like.
