Sometimes mental health is the thing that gets pushed away, an afterthought, almost judgmental in some ways. “If he (she) only trusted Jesus more, all would be well.” “If he (she) read the Bible more, they would be fine.” There are many other phrases that we could put in this spot. And while trusting Jesus…
Author: Mark Alewine
Mark Alewine is the Worship Arts Pastor at Friendship Church and one of the leaders for the Celebrate Recovery ministry.
Repressed memories of severe childhood trauma left Mark plagued with fear and identity issues. God graciously delivered and restored him later in life. As a result, Mark is passionate about using his gifts to help others press on to find hope and healing by the power of God.
Mark enjoys date nights with his wife Cindy, golf, hiking, fishing and time with family.
Hope and Healing
Started back in 1991 by John Baker at Saddleback Church in California, Celebrate Recovery has grown to over 30,000 churches and 20 languages! It’s in over 32 countries and in prisons as well. This program/ministry really works. The CR curriculum is based on the actual words of Jesus, is biblically balanced and proven effective in…