Every Step Counts
A Primer to the 12-Step Recovery Process
Free Access Online Course
This free online course introduces Biblical concepts regarding the 12-step recovery process. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to advocate for the ministry of recovery at your local church.
Note: This course a pre-requisite to become a Journey to Wholeness Facilitator.
This course is available through the Adventist Learning Community and can be taken at any time.
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Special Note
Both this course and Live trainings are required to become a Journey to Wholeness Facilitator. You may also be asked to attend a minimum number of meetings of The Twelve. Contact us to learn more.
Course Outline
Module 1: The Need for Addiction Recovery
- Introduction
- Mission & Purpose of ARMin
- Role of Recovery Ministries in Meeting Needs
- My Story: Steve
Module 2: How Addictions Happen
- Understanding Addictions
- Physiology of Addictions
- Adverse Childhood Experiences
Module 3: The 12 Steps — A Healing Bridge, Part 1
- Step 1
- Step 2
- Step 3
- Step 4
Module 4: Prevention and Recovery
- Resilience
- Role of Family in Recovery
- Role of Service in Recovery
- Role of Faith in Recovery
- My Story: Harlene
- Changing Trajectories
Module 5: The 12 Steps — A Healing Bridge, Part 2
- Step 5
- Step 6
- Step 7
- Step 8
Module 6: Emotional Aspects for Healing
- Emotional Healing, Part 1
- Emotional Healing, Part 2
- Codependence
- My Story: Ray
- Forgiveness
- Healthy Boundaries
Module 7: The Adventist Church and Addictions
- Adventists and Substance Abuse Prevention
- Adventist Recovery Ministries: History of Service
Module 8: The 12 Steps — A Healing Bridge, Part 3
- Step 9
- Step 10
- Step 11
- Step 12
Module 9: Conclusion & Next Steps
- Group Facilitation
- Keys to Successful Recovery
- My Story: David