This week's feature in the Lima News couldn't be more timely. One in three families is affected by alcoholism or drug addiction. The message is that recovery from addiction is possible but it takes a loving community and competent professionals.
Our community is so fortunate to have a wonderful collaboration between the faith community and the professional community called - We Care Faith Partners. This group of some 32 church communities and local mental health and addiction treatment professionals and the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board has created a powerful force for change. Reaching out to embrace families and persons suffering from the effects of addiction this small group has made a big difference in our community.
Already sober living envrionments are springing up - places where people can heal and recover from addiction. The nationally recognized author Debra Jay spoke to gatherings in Kenton and Lima as a result of Faith Partners and she stated that she was simply amazed at what Faith Partners has accomplished. On October 3, Faith Partners is sponsoring Ocksoberfest from 12:00 Noon to 9:00 PM on South Main Street in Lima - a fun filled alcohol / drug free event that celebrates the harvest time and our families. And much more is happening with children and faith communities as a result of their efforts.
Individuals Recover! Families Recover! Communities Recover!
Thanks Faith Partners from the bottom of my heart.
Mike Schoenhofer
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