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#11 - Ministry Showcase: The Refuge with Ben Funkhouser, Part 1
#11 - Ministry Showcase: The Refuge with Ben Funkhouser, Part 1
#11 - Ministry Showcase: The Refuge with Ben Funkhouser, Part 1
Tuesday 17th March 2020
Join Dr. Mark E. Shaw and Ben Funkhouser as they discuss The Refuge, a faith-based men's program helping men overcome addiction and find peace in Christ.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Solace: Ben Funkhouser on The Refuge's Mission for Men Battling Addiction
You really just want to give people, give men, a place where they can get away from the things that have taken over their lives and kind of find new life in Christ and find a refuge in Christ.
What if you could find a place that not only helps you fight addiction but also offers a sanctuary for your soul? In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw sits down with Ben Funkhouser, the Director of The Refuge, a men's residential program in Winterset, Iowa. Ben takes us through the journey of how The Refuge came to be, its mission, and its deep-rooted connection to faith.
He talks about the ministry’s foundation laid by CJ McMurry and the support from Jason Gurwell, pastor of Redeemer Church, who started Gospel-Centered Recovery (GCR). With Isaiah 4:6 as their guiding scripture, The Refuge aims to provide a haven for men to escape the storms of addiction and find peace in Jesus Christ. Ben shares heartfelt stories about the challenges and triumphs of running such a program, highlighting the power of community and prayer.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in faith-based recovery or looking for inspiration on how to support loved ones struggling with addiction.