At Walk with the Angels on Sept. 14.....       At Walk with the Angels on Sept 14, Cornerstone Health & Wellness (http://cornerstonehealthandwellness.com/) will be running free fitness activities....join us for 2 body weight challenges, a battling ropes challenge and a class on the basics of Kettlebell training.  "Kettlebells are a piece of equipment that we use frequently at Cornerstone and that have revolutionized how we access our workouts," says owner Marc Bifano. "They have been around for many years dating back all the way to the original Olympic games. They are a very versatile piece of equipment that can be used anywhere and can work many different muscles."Cornerstone Health & Wellness is a recovery-friendly gym conveniently located on Quakerbridge Rd. in Hamilton.    If you haven't already registered for the Walk, don't delay!  Only people who register online in advance will receive the official Walk with the Angels t-shirt.....this is a special, limited edition design.... register today at: https://www.crowdrise.com/WalkWiththeAngels    Walk With the Angels will be held onSeptember 14, 2014 in Mercer County Park to will support continued scholarships for recovery. It will feature live music from Dana Isles & Facedown as well as Dirty Jerzee (formerly Soulfire), testimonials from recoverees, great food, vendors & more.... The goal is to raise $50,000 and 100% of that will be used to send people to treatment for addiction and/or get them into sober living or medical care.     *COA is a service organization: all COA services are completely free of charge and everyone who works for COA is a volunteer. That means we can be completely objective and impartial, recommending the best options for our clients, based upon their individual situations. For help with a drug problem, call COA at 609-910-4942 or visit us online atwww.cityofangelsnj.org. Recovery Coach Training   Just in: dates for the final 2014 Recovery Coach training class. So far, COA has trained more than 70 recovery coaches, who are using their skills in their professional careers, service work (like at COA!), and personal lives. For details about COA's Recovery Coaches, click here. This will be COA's 4th class, and will be held Sept. 27 to Oct. 3.  For details about this class, or to register, click here.  If you are interested in this training, PLEASE REGISTER ASAP. There has been a lot of interest in this class, and we expect it to fill soon, especially since COA offers the class at a substantial discount to identical trainings from other organizations. Fri., Aug 29: COA Angels at Trenton Thunder The City of Angels baseball team, the Angels, will host a fundraising event at the Trenton Thunder. COA will have 200 tickets for the Thunder's Fridaynight 7:05 pm August 29, game against the Reading Phillies at Thunder Stadium. Tickets are $11 and it's "Bobble-Head" give away night. In addition, the Angels will play a game at Thunder Stadium against their NJABL rivals, the Mercer Panthers. The game will be on Sunday, August 24 at noon. More details to follow. City of Angels is a non-profit, 501c.3 and proceeds will go to support COA's community outreach efforts with the Angels. Stay tuned for a possible VIP fundraiser the night of the Aug 29 game in a Thunder Luxury box. Only twenty tickets will be available for this event. The Angels star pitcher, twenty year-old Sage Ferraro, lost his battle with addictions on July 14 and will be remembered by City of Angels. Contacts for tickets will be Angels: Jon Dilisa (609) 638-1571, Brett Marini (609) 802-8661, Jon Macciocca (609) 906-0988 and Panthers: Ray Bearce (609) 571-5072. On COARR  Let's Talk About Recovery! With 10 original shows, COARR plays Recovery Talk 24/7/365....past shows are available online atwww.coaradio.com/pastshows.html and in each show's online archive.  Tune in thru the smartphone app (free in the iphone/droid stores) or on www.coaradio.com to hear what's playing now.....   If you missed last week's excellent new episode of "Families and Recovery", it's now in the online archive.             Click here to listen.   In this show, Cathy and Bill talk about the effects of alcoholism on the family - a subject they both have many, many years of experience with.   This show is insightful, inspiring, informative and funny!  Ask a question about co-dependency and other family issues anonymously atcathyandbill@cityofangelsnj.org. You will receive a response via email or over the air - whichever you prefer.     Listen to past COARR shows any time: For "Women & Addiction" with Terri Thomas, click here. For "Hope Fiend" with Minister Rich Mollica, click here. For "Emotional Sobriety" with Andy Finley MFT, click here. For "Journey Thru the 12 Steps with the Life Recovery Bible," click here. For "Share Your Scars" with Vicki, click here. For "Wings Over Water: Creativity in Recovery" with recovery musician Kathy Moser,  click here. For "Laughter & Recovery" with stand up comic Wil B. Kleen, click here. For "Relationships in Recovery" with Alexa, click here. For "Saving Lives" with COA Director of Interventions Tom Redneck Clark, click here. For "Nar-Anon Families of Addiction Information Line" click here. Help for Families in Williamstown, NJ Please join us as City Of Angels Williamstown Chapter Family Group Meetings begin at the Pfeiffer Community Center, Conference Room B (upstairs), 301 Blue Bell Road, Williamstown, NJ 08094. Addiction is a Family Disease that is an "equal opportunity destroyer" that can inflict on any family regardless of where you live or who you are. There are no statistics or data that is driven by the emotional, physical, and mental effects caused by addiction. However, there are ways to cope when a loved one suffers from substance dependency. Open communication is very important to re-establishing and maintaining a healthy family dynamic, during and after the addicted family member's treatment. Deepening the understanding of substance abuse by sharing personal experiences and seeing that No One Has To Do This Alone is the first step to restore the balance not only in your own life you for the family as well. COA's Family Support Group Meetings offer education, resources, peer support and hope for parents, family members, loved ones and those who are affected by the disease of addiction to encourage and promote Healthy Recovery for Families. Meetings are the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month at 7:00 pm. For more information please email michele@cityofangelsnj.org

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August 21 Chp 34 v 12 v 13 TWELVE STEPPING WITH STRENGTH FROM THE PSALMS

Does anyone want to live a life that is long and prosperous ? Then keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies !

Step 5 - Admitted to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs !

They say what comes out of your mouth will tell a lot about you . So what is coming out of your mouth also reflects whats in your heart . For out of the heart a man speaks. Did you ever notice ,that as soon as you say something is gonna happen , it does and all you can do is shake your head and say I told you so .Our tongue can set the course of our lives .What I mean is watch what you speak over your life !Words will determine who you are and how you live life from day to day . Words build up or tear down you and others .So speak well of yourself and others always .The first part of the Psalm is the promise and the second part is the requirement . Step five is the way to keep your conscience clear .Very important when trying to maintain a sober life. My point ,think right , speak right , and live right . If you cant then stay stuck in your miserable addicted life lieing to yourself that you are alright and life is fine .

Proverb 21 :23 Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.

By Joseph Dickerson

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PRO-ACT Family Addiction Education Program helps families address drug and alcohol addiction

Next free sessions start week of Sept. 2 at various locations in five counties

When someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol, the disease affects the entire family. Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a free Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and families recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. Led by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, these information and support programs begin the first week of each month and run one evening a week for three consecutive weeks. Each session lasts two hours.

Programs are offered at several locations throughout the five-county southeast Pennsylvania region:

· Tuesdays—From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Media and Northeast Philadelphia.

· Wednesdays—From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Pottstown; from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in North Philadelphia; and from 7 p.m.to 9 p.m. in West Chester.

· Thursdays—From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Northern Liberties; 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Bristol and Colmar.

Sessions are free and confidential—first names only. Pre-registration is required. To register, call 800-221-6333, weekdays 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., or visit http://councilsepa.org/programs/pro-act/family-education-program/.

The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.                                                   and           Pennsylvania Recovery Organization --      Achieving Community Together (PRO-ACT)  Recovery in Our Communities August 19, 2014      Like us on Facebook                                   www.councilsepa.org                       Follow us on Twitter   Information and Recovery Support Line 24/7: 800-221-6333 When I get ready to talk to people, I spend two thirds of the time thinking what they want to hear, and one third thinking about what I want to say. Abraham Lincoln THE COUNCIL EQUIPS PARENTS  Workshop Helps Parents Communicate Effectively With Teens About Underage Drinking The Council sent 4 employees to become certified trainers for MADD's  Power of Parents program.  Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) developed this program to equip parents and caregivers so they can start a potentially lifesaving conversation with their teens about alcohol.  Workshop highlights include communication strategies and tips; understanding alcohol's effects on a teenager's body and developing brain; and how to handle the tough questions.  The Power of Parents Workshop also includes a great resource:  a Parent Handbook created by MADD and Dr. Robert Turrisi of Pennsylvania State University.  This comprehensive handbook is an in-depth, evidence-based tool that will greatly assist parents in communicating with their teens about alcohol.     If you are interested in attending or hosting a Parent Workshop, please contact Diane Catherwood at 215-230-8218 x 3185.   STUDY COMPARES "AA HABITS" OF THE YOUNG AND OLD Important Recovery Management Implications The Council's approach to recovery management supports "the many pathways to recovery."   It is important for persons in recovery to understand all potential impediments to long term recovery as well as the strategies for overcoming challenges. All persons in recovery should be provided with the best information possible so they can decide for themselves what is best for them.   An article published in The Addiction Professional contains an interesting study with clear implications for best practices in recovery management.  In this article, Edward J. Cumella, PhD, and Christopher B. Scott, MS, discussed results of their study comparing the "AA habits" of young adults ages 20 to 40 with that of older adults ages 65 and up.  While more research is needed, the study reveals significant differences between these age groups.  The authors found the following differences:  Young adults are more likely to be externally motivated to attend AA due to work or legal problems, whereas older adults are more internally motivated attending due to health issues.  Younger adults have more difficulty integrating and bonding with other AA members, whereas older adults had little or no difficulty finding supportive relationships. Older adults had significant practical obstacles in attending AA meetings including  scheduling and transportation issues. With respect to recovery management, anticipating challenges and providing the best possible solutions and alternatives is the right approach.  Some Upcoming Events September 12, 2014: 7:05 pm. Recovery Night at the Baseball Game,Phillies vs. Marlins, Citizens Bank Park. Click here for tickets. Sept. 17, 2014: Meet The Council Open House, 8 - 9 am at 252 West Swamp Road, Bailiwick Office Campus, Unit 12, Doylestown, PA 18901 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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