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.
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