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#251 - News from The Refuge Winterset with CJ McMurry
#251 - News from The Refuge Winterset with CJ McMurry
#251 - News from The Refuge Winterset with CJ McMurry
Friday 26th July 2024
CJ McMurry shares The Refuge Winterset's journey through adversity, community support, and unwavering faith in this heartfelt episode.
20 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Supportive
Encouraging
Compassionate
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Get the buttons here!Triumph Over Adversity: The Refuge Winterset's Journey
Episode Overview
- The Refuge faced potential closure due to zoning issues.
- Community support played a crucial role in overcoming the challenge.
- Faith and prayer were central to navigating the crisis.
- The Refuge is now preparing to move into a new building.
- Staying humble and trusting in a higher power are key lessons.
Our mission at The Refuge is to take the light of the gospel into the darkness of addiction.
In this episode of The Addiction Connection Podcast, CJ McMurry shares an inspiring story of resilience and faith amidst adversity. CJ, the founder and programme director of The Refuge in Winterset, recounts the challenges they faced earlier this year when their residential programme was threatened with closure due to zoning issues. You'll hear how they navigated these tough times with unwavering faith and the overwhelming support of their community.
The episode kicks off with a discussion on 1 Corinthians 16, highlighting the spiritual battles that often accompany meaningful work. CJ shares how, despite initial setbacks and opposition from neighbours, their faith and dedication never wavered. With heartfelt anecdotes, he describes the community rallying around them – from local church members to graduates and their families – showing up in droves to a critical board meeting.
Their collective prayers and support played a pivotal role in turning the tide in favour of The Refuge. By the end of the episode, you'll feel uplifted by the story of how The Refuge not only survived but is now thriving, preparing to move into a new building that will expand their capacity to help even more individuals. CJ's reflections on staying humble and trusting in a higher power offer valuable life lessons for anyone facing their own battles.
This episode is a testament to the power of community, faith, and perseverance. Don't miss out on this compelling narrative that reminds us all of the importance of support and faith in overcoming obstacles.