July 2 v 7 TWELVE STEPPING WITH POWER IN THE PROVERB

He stores up sound wisdom for the upright;
He is a shield to those who walk uprightly;

STEP 3 Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.



All the years I spent running the streets did not teach me a damn thing . Yes I learned to fight and survive but what I did not learn was , how to live a life of peace . Way deep down in my heart , I knew I was capable of so much more and life just had to be better than this . When I found my step one , I was done , spent , I had nothing left and the daily aches and pains were choking the little bit of life I had left out of me. My step one was my last attempt at life if God did not answer me this time I was gonna put an end to my BS life . I look back now and realize pride had me blinded and I could not see that surrender in life at your lowest point is not giving up it is the first step in getting up and living again . The moment you get up and receive Gods wisdom from above is the moment you become free to live again in His grace . Lay it all down before you go to the grave as another sad story never reaching your full potential or fulfilling your God given purpose.



Job 11:13-15 Surrender your heart to God, turn to him in prayer, and give up your sins— even those you do in secret. Then you won’t be ashamed; you will be confident and fearless.

 

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Recovery in Our Communities July 1, 2014      Like us on Facebook                                   www.councilsepa.org                       Follow us on Twitter Information and Recovery Support Line 24/7: 800-221-6333 There is no passion to be found playing small -   in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.       Nelson Mandela RECOVERY CAN SPREAD LIKE WILDFIRE Beverly Haberle, Director of The Council and PRO-ACT   "I am a person in long-term recovery... I only just started speaking publicly about my own recovery...when I began to help mobilize the recovery community... [W]e are the evidence that long term recovery is a reality...Speaking out is not right for everyone.  We respect that for many, recovery is a private matter that should stay private...[At the same time], silence is a problem [for many reasons]...My hope is that as more of us speak out, addiction treatment and recovery will one day be on par with the treatment regiments for other chronic diseases. For example, I am a breast cancer survivor.  The initial support I received [for cancer] was much different than the initial support I received after my addiction diagnosis.... [P]lease support recovery in whatever way you feel is right for you...I believe that with your help, the hope for recovery is going to spread like wildfire."  Read more of Bev's recovery story and the importance of showing that recovery is a reality.    Watch this special video interview of Bev from the makers of "The Anonymous People." JUDGE NASSHORN HONORED BY THE COUNCIL AND NCADD Nationally Recognized For Years of Service To The Council  The Council is an affiliate of The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), the oldest addiction advocacy organization in the nation.   On June 20th, The Council presented The Honorable Donald Nasshorn with the prestigious NCADD Bronze Key Award.  The Bronze Key is a national recognition award granted by NCADD for presentation by an affiliate.   It is the highest local award presented by affiliates. The award was presented by Council Board President William Wiegman, Jr., Chief of Police of Lower Southampton Township.       Judge Nasshorn was a Member of The Council's Board of Directors for 27 Years, serving as  President for 16 years.  He led the Council through periods of growth in both geographic area and scope of service.   As a champion of early intervention and recovery support services to those involved in the criminal justice system,  His Honor is a strong advocate at both a systems and personal level.  Judge Nasshorn currently chairs a county-wide overdose prevention task force.    The Council is extremely grateful for Judge Nasshorn's 27 years of Board participation, leadership, outstanding service and contributions to reducing the impact of addiction.  Thank you, Judge Nasshorn! SLAYING THE DRAGON, 2ND EDITION AND "THE ANONYMOUS PEOPLE" BOTH AVAILABLE Slaying the Dragon (2nd Edit. 2014) by William White is an exhaustive history of addiction, treatment and recovery in the United States.   This "encyclopedia on America's approach to addiction" is an important treatise and an easy read, allowing users to quickly reference any topic of interest.  Available on The Council's website for a donation of $24.95 or more, plus shipping and handling.  Obtain your copy here. "The Anonymous People" DVD, a powerful documentary told by individuals, celebrities, business leaders and politicians who are in recovery and laying it all on the line to help others.  Available for a donation of $20 or more, plus shipping and handling.  Obtain your copy here.  DON'T MISS THE JULY 7 DEADLINE! July 7th is the sponsorship deadline for getting your logo on the huge Recovery Walk billboard for eight weeks. Your logo would be seen by millions of drivers  on I-95! For details, contact Marita at 215-345-6644 or moconnell@councilsepa.org.  Deadline for all other sponsorship levels is August 1. Some Upcoming Events PRCC, Latinos in Recovery:  Peer led discussion group offered in Spanish; Contact Denise at 215-223-7700 or dmcculley@councilsepa.org. New Health & Wellness Programs:  Comprehensive 7 week program meets 1x a week and details how to incorporate overall health and wellness into your recovery.  For Central Bucks, contact Rick at 215-345-6644 or rpetrolawicz@councilsepa.org.  For Southern Bucks, contact Karen at 215-788-3738 at kburke@councilsepa.org. July 16, 2014: Meet The Council Open House, 8 - 9 am at 252 West Swamp Road, Bailiwick Office Campus, Unit 12, Doylestown, PA 18901 September 12, 2014: 7:05 pm. Recovery Night at the Baseball Game, Phillies vs. Marlins, Citizens Bank Park. Click here for tickets.  September 20, 2014: PRO-ACT Recovery Walks! 2014, Great Plaza, Penn's Landing, Philadelphia. Click here to register and get more information. Employment Opportunities: Please click here

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July 1 v 3 TWELVE STEPPING WITH POWER IN THE PROVERB

Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives,

to help them do what is right, just, and fair.

Step 12 - Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to other addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs .

This is why the 12 steps and 31 proverbs are so successful in changing peoples lives .The steps and Proverbs can not be a one time deal ,you need to work a step and read a Proverb everyday . Take a look at your life are you strung out always failing at everything you try to do cant seem to get anything right . Well here is the sure fire way to get clean and sober and stay that way . A million plus people throughout the world have found success and sobriety .When your ready you will have too get on your knees surrender to your maker , that is the one and only true God creator of heaven and earth . He will supernaturally assist you in giving you the strength to overcome your addictions .First He will comfort you ,then He will take away the desire too use .Then he will begin too clear your mind ,bring you peace and settle you . Yes it is true just ask the million plus living in sobriety .

2 Corinthians 1 : 10 We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. On Him we have set our hope that He will continue to deliver us.

Daily Quote

"Acceptance is the key to my relationship with God today. I never just sit and do nothing while waiting for Him to tell me what to do. Rather, I do whatever is in front of me to be done, and I leave the results up to Him; however it turns out, that's God's will for me." - Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 420


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PRESS RELEASE--For Immediate Release June 24, 2014 CONTACT David Fialko, Prevention Specialist                            Beverly Haberle, Executive Director The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania              The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania 215-230-8218, ext. 3162                                                                               215-345-6644 dfialko@councilsepa.org                                                           bhaberle@councilsepa.org

The Council of SE Pennsylvania Hosts Town Hall Meeting MADD's "Power of Parents" on Underage Drinking DOYLESTOWN, PA, June 24, 2014 -- Of all the dangers your teen faces, underage drinking is among the worst. Whether teens are experimenting with beer, wine, or other liquor, alcohol presents a serious--and potentially deadly--threat. Research shows that brain development continues well into a person's twenties. Alcohol can affect this development, and contribute to a range of problems.  You are invited to be part of the conversation, come find out how you can start talking before they start drinking.   Date of Meeting:      Monday, June 30, 2014 Location of Meeting:     The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania     252 West Swamp Road, Suite 33      Doylestown, PA 18901 Time of Meeting:      7:00 pm to 8:30 pm   RSVP to attend:      dfialko@councilsepa.org       or David 215-230-8218 x 3162 About The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. is a private nonprofit prevention, education, advocacy, and intervention organization, providing a wide range of services to families, schools, businesses, individuals, and the community. Founded in 1975, The Council serves the Southeast region of Pennsylvania and is a member of a nationwide network of National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Affiliates. The Council has offices and Recovery Community Centers in Doylestown, New Britain, Bristol, and Philadelphia. For help with alcohol, tobacco or other substances, or for information on the disease of alcoholism and addiction, call 800-221-6333, toll-free, 24-hours a day. For more information, visit www.councilsepa.org. About SAMHSA The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. About Town Hall Meetings  Every two years, SAMHSA sponsors national Town Hall Meetings to educate communities about underage drinking and to mobilize them around its prevention. Prevention is working! Help continue the downward trend in underage drinking by hosting or attending a meeting in your area. #  #  #  #

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“Expanding Your Recovery Toolkit” Workshop July 15 in Doylestown

Free monthly workshop series for individuals and families with a current or pastdrug/alcohol addiction issue. Next session meets Tuesday, July 15, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc., 252 W. Swamp Rd., Unit 12, Doylestown, Pa. Featuring presentations on methadone maintenance treatment, a video titled “A Mother’s Desperation”, plus a group discussion period on preventing relapes. Refreshments. To register, call 215-345-6644, ext. 3151 or email RPetrolawicz@councilsepa.org.