Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery

Recovery Greenhouse with Gerald Lott

Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery

  • EP 19 - Pastor Michael Cole of The Worship Center and Dixon Church of the Brethren

EP 19 - Pastor Michael Cole of The Worship Center and Dixon Church of the Brethren

Sunday 13th August 2023

Join Pastor Michael Cole on 'Recovery Greenhouse' as he shares his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing faith, hope, and community support.
43 minutes
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Empowering
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Recovery Greenhouse with Gerald Lott
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Faith and Recovery: Pastor Michael Cole's Journey of Hope

Episode Overview

  • Pastor Michael Cole shares his 37-year journey of personal recovery, emphasising the significance of faith and hope in overcoming addiction
  • The conversation highlights the need for holistic support and community activities for individuals in recovery
  • Both hosts underscore the vital role of community, faith, and education in guiding individuals towards a healthier and more fulfilling life
It's vital and important to see and understand the entire breadth of those specific components. There has to be a greater level of understanding. What a tremendous statement. And how important it is to have a greater level of education for our first responders where mental health is concerned. - Pastor Michael Cole
In this heartfelt episode of 'Recovery Greenhouse', host Gerald Lott sits down with Pastor Michael Cole from the Worship Center and Dixon Church of the Brethren. Pastor Cole opens up about his personal battle with addiction and how faith played a pivotal role in his recovery. He shares candid insights on the importance of hope and community support in overcoming substance use disorders.
The discussion dives deep into the need for holistic support systems, including mental health resources and community activities that can aid those in recovery. Pastor Cole and Gerald explore the challenges faced by individuals on their recovery journey and highlight the valuable initiatives that make a difference. This episode is a beacon of hope, emphasizing the power of faith, education, and a supportive network in guiding individuals towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.