Frequently Asked Questions

Are 12-Step meetings only for people struggling with addictions? No, this 12-Step meeting if for anyone struggling with habits, hurts, or hang-ups, including problems with abuse, anger, grief, alcohol, drugs, depression, guilt and shame, financial loss, relationship/family issues, sexual problems, eating disorders, and much more!

What can I expect at my first meeting? The meetings are simple, formatted the same each week, reading the 12 Steps, Sharing Guidelines, Group Share, Reflect on Homework Share. Same time, same place, same format each week. Also, meetings always begin on time, and end on time…if you come in late or need to leave early, no worries, just sneak on or out quietly.

Why would I go to a 12-Step meeting or work the program? The 12-Steps are a useful tool in growing in our recovery, which leads to a deeper more personal walk with God, a foundation to work towards freedom from or struggles, toward a purposeful, meaningful life. The steps gives us specific tools and actions we can take to begin this life long process.

What makes 12-Step meetings different from just meeting with friends? 12-Step meetings provide a safe place to find community and gain freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. You will find both acceptance and accountability, providing a place to look at your struggles honestly and in the light.

What makes this 12-Step meeting a safe place for open and honest sharing? Our is guided by its Group Participant Guidelines, a few boundaries that keep the group a safe space of Anonymity and Confidentiality. “What is said here, stays here!”

Is there a book or curriculum? Yes, we will be using, The Twelve Steps: A Spiritual Journey by Friends in Recovery. This book will be available at the meeting with an option to pay it forward if you can. We will be going through the book briefly each week, working through it individually throughout the week. You will have the option of putting as much time or not into the book study as you prefer. It is okay to just go to the meetings, but the book study is pretty awesome!

Is the meeting confidential? Yes, we go by first names only and abide by a strict anonymity and confidentiality policy. What is said here, stays here!

What if I miss meetings? You are welcome to come whenever you can, we understand life is busy. However, as with anything, the more you put into this effort the more blessings you will receive for your own recovery.

Do I have to share? No one is ever required to share, you can pass, take as long as you need to feel comfortable in sharing.