Great Big Owl
Great Big Owl
Pastor Mick Fleming
Pastor Mick Fleming
Pastor Mick Fleming
Thursday 7th January 2021
Pastor Mick Fleming shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction and crime through spirituality and community service in 'More Than My Past'.
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28 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Healing
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Great Big Owl
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Darkness to Light: Pastor Mick Fleming's Journey of Redemption
Desperation brings out the best and the worst in people and in the church. Service is the key, I think, to happiness and contentment, however you address it or whatever your religion is.
Ever wondered how a person can turn their life around after hitting rock bottom? Meet Pastor Mick Fleming, a man whose story is nothing short of miraculous. In this episode of 'More Than My Past', host Jason Flemyng dives deep into Mick's harrowing yet inspiring journey from the depths of addiction and crime to a life dedicated to helping others. Mick's tale begins with unimaginable trauma—sexual abuse and the tragic loss of his sister within just two days.
This double blow set him on a path of self-destruction, leading to years of drug addiction and a life of crime. Arrested multiple times for serious offenses, Mick's future looked bleak. But just when it seemed all hope was lost, he experienced a profound religious awakening that changed everything. Now, as Pastor Mick, he channels his past pain into a force for good.
Through his charity, Church on the Street Ministries in Burnley, he tackles poverty and offers support to those in need. This episode isn't just about Mick's past; it's about the power of transformation and the impact of community service. Mick discusses how spirituality played a crucial role in his recovery and how serving others has helped him stay on the right path.
His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how dark things get, there's always a way back to the light. Tune in to hear about the relationship between trauma and addiction, the role of forgiveness in healing, and the incredible resilience of the human spirit.