Frequently Asked Questions...

Do I have to have a drug or alcohol problem to attend Celebrate Recovery?
Not at all. All kinds of issues are addressed at CR. Actually, only about one-third of those persons attending are dealing with chemical dependency.

Do I need to attend Shepherd Church of the Nazarene to be part of CR?
Absolutely not. You are welcome to attend any open CR events if you are 18 years old or older, regardless of your church attendance.

What are the "12 Steps and 8 Recovery Principles" that CR uses?
The 12 Steps refers to guidelines established by Alcoholics Anonymous for realizing the problem, dealing with it, and following through with change. The 8 Recovery Principles are based on the Beatitudes in Matthew and were written by Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. They are Bible-based guidelines for recovery from any habit, hurt, or addiction.

What is an Open Share Group?
Open share groups are opportunities for you to meet with others of your same sex dealing with issues just like you. The leaders of the group will direct the sharing and may give you a topic to respond to. These groups always remain open to new attendees and are different from Step Study Groups.

Do I have to talk in an Open Share Group?
You are not required to share in an open group setting, nor are you called on to answer questions. If you join a Step Study Group, however, you would be expected to complete the workbook lessons and share your answers to workbook questions, just as if you were part of any study group or class.

What is a Step Study Group?
A Step Study Group uses the 12 Steps and 8 Recovery Principles as its foundation, along with the Celebrate Recovery Bible, to work through each step in a group setting. Participants are asked to purchase workbooks and attend weekly same-sex small group meetings. Such topics covered in the workbook lessons include denial, forgiveness, and grace. These groups remain open to new members until the 4th step.

Will my comments be kept confidential?
Absolutely! All participants are required to remember that anything shared within the group must stay within the group. Any violations of this policy would be immediately addressed by group leaders. It is very important that each attendee feel comfortable and free to share about his or her situation.