| |
The
Women in Recovery Program is housed at rented facilities known
as Genesis Acres. Here, women are growing in the Lord, becoming
reunited with their children, and entering society again. All
exciting benchmarks in their lives; however, these times are also
frightening for them. Many of them have never had the opportunity to
be clean and sober, or to parent their children.
At Genesis Acres, we are working to educate each woman in Biblical
truths so that they may have a solid foundation on which to rebuild
their lives. Without Jesus, life is frightening: with Him, ALL
things are possible. Each week, our women complete a schedule of
programming and other activities.
These activities include, but are not
limited to:
*Bible study
*Christian Nurturing Parenting classes
*Genesis Process Counseling
*Individual spiritual discipleship
*Community meeting
*12-step recovery meetings
In addition to these on-site meetings at Genesis Acres, each woman
must attend a Celebrate Recovery meeting at a local church. There is
also mandatory church attendance. The Program Manager attends church
services at least once at each of these churches to familiarize
herself with the local churches.
Curfew is at 9 p.m., unless prior permission has been given. Each
woman is expected to have a routine of household chores
to do, plus planned meals and bedtimes for their children. They also
do assigned chores here at the Genesis Acres office,
and in the Mission's kitchen.
Genesis Acres has housing for three single women, and trailers for
four women with children. It is so awesome to see each woman growing
in the Word, and in their lives.
 They
are like a bouquet of roses, some opening, some still in bud, but
all beautiful.
Current needs at Genesis Acres include babysitting during evening
Bible Study and mentors for the women and their children. Families
may “adopt a family” and include them in their family outings, or
sponsor a special family activity for the women, as not all have
cars, and all are on limited budgets.
The Program Manager is available and eager to speak about the
Women’s Recovery Program. Please contact Marla Root (left) at (360)
754-9351, or (360) 556-3243, if you would like her to
speak at your meeting. Genesis Acres currently has availability in
the single women’s house, and room for one woman with children. We
are looking for women who want to grow in the Lord, and who have a
desire to live life free of addictions and other life controlling
issue. |
|
