Bertie Fagan
Bertie Fagan
Getting to know God with the Rev Bill Crews
Getting to know God with the Rev Bill Crews
Getting to know God with the Rev Bill Crews
Thursday 28th November 2019
Reverend Bill Crews discusses his path to faith, the role of spirituality in recovery, and the power of compassion in this inspiring episode.
67 minutes
Thought-provoking
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Finding Faith and Compassion: Reverend Bill Crews on Recovery
By giving yourself away, by not holding on to your secrets, by not, yeah, by not holding on to all that shit that says you're different to everybody else, even though you are, by getting rid of all those things that divide you off, that's by giving yourself away.
Imagine dedicating your life to helping those in need, abandoning a promising career, and following a spiritual calling. That's exactly what Reverend Bill Crews did, and in this episode, he shares his remarkable journey with Bertie Fagan. From leaving behind electrical engineering to founding The Exodus Foundation, Bill's story is one of faith, compassion, and relentless service to others. The Wayside Chapel in Kings Cross was where it all began for Bill in the late 1960s.
Here, he felt a divine pull to support the marginalized and downtrodden. Fast forward to today, and his foundation serves 800 meals daily to those in need. Throughout their conversation, Bertie and Bill dive deep into the role of spirituality in addiction recovery. Bill's wisdom shines as he talks about the power of empathy and compassion in overcoming addiction. He emphasizes the importance of helping others and letting go of resentments and secrets.
The episode also touches on Bill's advocacy for drug and gambling reform and how Tibetan Buddhism has influenced his views on religion. This isn't just a discussion about addiction; it's a heartfelt exploration of how faith and service can transform lives. If you're seeking inspiration or grappling with addiction, Bill's message of hope and empathy is sure to resonate deeply.