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A Church for Alcoholics

Alcoholics searching for a church want a place where they will not be shamed but encouraged to seek healing. They need a community that understands the struggle and welcomes them with patience. A church for alcoholics should help people feel safe, supported, and guided toward a new life.

Recovery requires spiritual strength, and a church should offer tools that help the heart turn toward God. This includes prayer, confession, mentorship, and fellowship. The right church will provide a steady and loving environment for healing.

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Why the Orthodox Church

The Orthodox Church approaches alcoholism as a spiritual illness that Christ can heal. Orthodox prayer, fasting, and the sacraments provide strength for overcoming temptation and renewing the soul. Many have found that the structure of the Church gives them stability in their recovery.

Becoming Orthodox gives alcoholics a community that supports their journey. The parish surrounds them with prayer and accountability. The priest offers guidance, and the sacraments provide grace. Healing is possible, and Orthodoxy offers a path grounded in the love of Christ.

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From I-95: Take I-95 to Georgia exit 109, route 21 north. Take 21 north for 6 and a half miles, to Fort Howard Road. Turn right onto Fort Howard Road, and proceed 2.2 miles, to 1625, which is on the right side.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Are alcoholics welcome? Yes. Completely.

    2. Does the Church support recovery? Yes. Through prayer, guidance, and community. We are in the process of starting an Alcoholics Anonymous Group/Ministry.

    3. Is confession important? Yes. It is powerful for breaking addiction.

    4. Will I be judged? No. You will be received with compassion.

    5. Can I start even if I am struggling? Yes. You begin wherever you are.