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Thursday, February 23, 2012
Recovery - It's a God Thing

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December 17, 2011
  • 12 IN 12
     
    New in 2012!
     
    NSCers and friends, one of the foundational tools that we have used for over a decade are the Christ-centered 12 steps. 
    Some weekend messages have made it obvious; others were perhaps more subtle, but emphasizing the principles that
    each step of the 12 represents has been one objective that has remained steady since our inception.
     
    In 2012, we have the opportunity to beef up our personal commitment to working the twelve steps.  Using the 23rd Psalm
    as our primary biblical text, those interested in working the 12 steps can join us for twice-monthly workshops.  Here's how it will work.
     
    a) One meeting a month an overview of the 12 steps will be presented. 
    b) Two weeks later, we'll come back and share our personal experience with applying the teaching of this step in our lives.  January is step one...December is step twelve.
     
    Now - here's where we need you input.  Meeting time.  It's tough to find a time when we don't have other offerings, and part of healthy recovery is balance.  We need to have time to work, play, rest, and watch football (Pete made me say this!).  So, consider carefully.  Vote accordingly. If you are interested in working the steps within this framework, it would help in our planning to know the most convenient time for you to meet for 90 minutes....here are your choices:
     
    1.  Twice a month, Saturdays at 4 p.m.
    2.  Twice a month, Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.
    3.  Twice a month, Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
    4.  Twice a month, Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. 
     
    Can you leave us a note at the book table, or contact me at "Ask Teresa" on the front page of the website?  We'll tally the votes and let you know the results. Also - it would help to give us return contact information - email address, something - if we need to follow up with you about scheduling.  Blessings! t
 
November 13, 2011
  • Our partners in recovery, The Healing Place, are putting on a special play about recovery.
    • WHAT: “JUST FOR TODAY” -- a play about recovery and redemption from mental illness and addiction. Performed by the men who live it.  Presented by Daily Planet and the Firehouse Theater Project.
    • WHEN: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM
    • WHERE: The FireHouse Theatre, 1609 West Broad Street, Richmond Virginia
    • Ticket prices TBD!
  • Thanksgiving Day service opportunity!
    • Are you looking to serve others on Thanksgiving Day?  The folks at NorthStar have an opportunity to provide a hot meal and fellowship to the men of The Healing Place.
      • WHEN: Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 24, 2011), 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
        • Lunch volunteer shift from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
        • Dinner volunteer shift from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • WHERE: The Healing Place, 700 Dinwiddie Avenue, Richmond, VA 23224
      • Contact us if you would like to volunteer for:
        • Serving
        • Set up
        • Take-down
        • Bussing tables
        • Waiting tables
        • Greeting guests