Catholic in Recovery
Incorporating the 12-Step Program with the Sacraments
Catholic in Recovery is a supplemental program for people with addictions. We welcome new members and continually strive to grow, change and help one another thrive. If you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol, drug, pornography, food, gambling, or sex addiction(s) or unhealthy attachments, please see our support group schedules below.
Recovery Meeting Schedule
General Recovery Meeting........................Mondays at 7pm
Family & Friends Recovery.........................Mondays at 7pm
12 Step Beginners.......................................First Monday of the Month at 6:15pm
All Meetings are held at St. Mary of the Assumption 9579 Yankee Rd, Springboro, OH 45066
Additional Resources
For questions or inquires, send a confidential email to Julie at cirdayton@gmail.com​
In what or whom do we place our hope?
People? Even best friends will sometimes let us down. Good job? Job security is elusive. Stuff? The newness fades rather quickly.
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When feeling hopeless, where do we turn?
Alcohol? Drugs? Food? Gambling? Pornography?
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How long will we persist in our denial of these or other unhealthy attachments? How much do we have to lose before seeking help?
Our job? Our home? Our marriage? Our family? Our friends? Our Lives?
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Some mistakenly refer to this point as reaching rock bottom. Left untreated, the only true rock bottom in addiction - is death.
Through His son Jesus is where we find everlasting hope!​​
​​We have to get real. We can’t wait for rock bottom. The perfect moment for confronting addiction is right now. The perfect time to rediscover hope is right now. So we humbly present this invitation to all Catholics seeking recovery from addiction as well as impacted friends and family.
Catholic in Recovery is based on the book The Twelve Steps and the Sacraments by Scott Weeman, this program combines the successful 12 Step approach created by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous with the Sacraments and traditions of the Catholic Church. Catholic in Recovery is a supplemental program to enhance ones recovery​
Admitting one’s powerlessness and need for a savior is a central focus of Catholic in Recovery groups. From this foundation, we lean on our faithful understanding of Jesus Christ as our Higher Power. When we gather, we unite in prayer and discuss recovery topics as they relate to liturgical themes, Scripture from Sunday’s readings, and the Sacraments. As a result of consistent group meetings, members tend to stay accountable to each other, encourage personal growth, and are available in a time of need.
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Personal accompaniment is at the essence of recovery. Uniting those that have found personal freedom from addiction (or the family consequences) with individuals seeking help establishes a foundation where Christian fellowship is at its best. We lean on each other in order to build upon our commitment to the Lord. If an individual has fallen away from their church, we help and encourage them to return to their home parish.
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Freedom entails much more than abstaining from the source of our addiction or unhealthy attachment. We refrain from focusing on things outside of our control so that we may reflect upon our own behavior. Taking personal responsibility for the development of our spiritual lives compels us to rely on God and the Sacraments of the Church.
Addiction, like secondhand smoke, can also have a toxic effect on loved ones. Family members (and friends) may experience stress and fear when someone they care about is spiraling out of control. Catholic in Recovery includes a support group for those affected by another person’s addiction.
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NOTE: Catholic in Recovery is not a replacement for but a supplement to existing 12 Step recovery programs.​
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For questions or inquires, send a confidential email to Julie at cirdayton@gmail.com​
