Time to Honor the Ladies

We spoke with Alex Delgatto, who serves as our Women’s Recovery Coordinator, about the unique challenges women face as they pursue addiction recovery. Here’s what life is really like for women in recovery in Chester.

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101+ Men & Women Find Hope

Our partner Paramount Recovery House – located just two doors down – has become a lifeline for addicts struggling to obtain and maintain sobriety in Chester. For 2+ years, we have partnered with James and Paramount House to serve over 101 residents with free one-on-one recovery counseling and coaching.

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Why Chester?

Friend, the odds are stacked here in Chester. Here are some new stats that shed light on the realities of our city and, beyond the numbers, a reminder that real, hurting people continue to need our help. Let’s keep going…

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But God

Ephesians 2:4-5 says, “But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.” (NIV) Life transformation happens at the point of believing Jesus at his Word.

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Do It Scared

My dear friend Lisa Merideth went home to be with Jesus one year ago tomorrow and, as this day approached, I felt sure about honoring her in a special way to our supporters. With a spirit of reflection and gratitude, here are three ways Lisa lived life that made a huge impact on others. I hope it encourages you to go bigger and bolder in your own life!

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Let's Talk About It!

A recent large community event Let’s Talk About It invited me to speak on substance abuse, and it was like a moment of cultural shift. The attendees agree that now is the time to be open about mental health, addiction, emotions, and hard truths about living in Chester.

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Love Always Pursues

Here God was calling us to pray for our new neighbors–to seek an open door to connect–and the first thing I wanted to do was bust them for trash. I considered how much I’m cared for despite all the annoying things I do, and that turned my whole perspective around.

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Our Friends Moved Up

The time we take to invest in others has the potential to help them move on to bigger and better. We are sad but thrilled for our friends – two special families – who made our homework club so enjoyable, but have moved up to new states, new schools and new opportunities for growth.

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Generosity is a State of Heart

Our capital campaign New Home Fund has been running strong since early April raising funds for renovations of a new ministry house, our second location. We are nearing our $75K goal, and we’re reflecting on the big stories of generosity that have helped us get here!

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