Fellowship CR
Rodney Holmstrom and Josh Lawrence
37. Why Would a Pastor Need Recovery?
37. Why Would a Pastor Need Recovery?
37. Why Would a Pastor Need Recovery?
Tuesday 18th July 2023
Join Rodney Holmstrom and Josh Lawrence as they explore Celebrate Pastors Recovery, a program supporting pastors through their struggles and healing.
33 minutes
Hopeful
Encouraging
Transformative
Informative
Healing
About this podcast
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Fellowship CR
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- CPR provides a lifeline for pastors, allowing them to work through the 12-step curriculum and find healing
- Josh Lawrence highlights the emotional toll and strain that the pandemic and other issues have placed on church leadership
- The episode offers an intimate look at the struggles pastors face and the impact of the CPR group
- Rodney and Josh offer a compelling insight into the transformative power of seeking help and support within the CPR community
God absolutely loves you. He has a purpose for your life. I have sensed the closeness of God in my darkest thoughts more than I have in my thankful thoughts. I've just sensed God saying, I'm with you, Josh. I'm speaking to you. I'm for you. Keep going. I've called you for a purpose.
Who says pastors have it all figured out? In this heartfelt episode of 'Hope in Recovery', Rodney Holmstrom and Josh Lawrence shine a light on the often-overlooked struggles faced by church leaders. They dive into the unique challenges that pastors encounter and how the Celebrate Pastors Recovery (CPR) program is providing a much-needed lifeline.
Josh Lawrence, a Celebrate Recovery pastor, opens up about his personal journey and the emotional toll that leading a congregation can take, especially during tough times like the pandemic. The CPR group offers a dedicated space where pastors can work through their hurts, hangups, and habits using the 12-step curriculum. This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the importance of seeking support.
By sharing personal anecdotes and reflections, Rodney and Josh offer hope and encouragement to anyone in ministry who feels overwhelmed or isolated. It's a candid conversation that underscores the significance of community and grace in the healing process.