June 12, 2024

43. Overcoming Addiction: Adult & Teen Challenge Story

58 minutes

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Kevin and Jess Schaler, the dynamic duo behind Adult & Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin. Kevin is the Executive Director and his wife Jess is the Program Director. Hear as they share their heartfelt journey of transforming lives through their faith-based recovery program in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Adult & Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin was started in 2019 and offers a long-term, faith-based recovery program for women struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Through faith, the clients of Adult and Teen Challenge are able to find themselves through God and form a new identity.

Discover how Kevin and Jess became pivotal figures in this sanctuary for those battling addiction, offering a refuge that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of each individual. They open up about the daily operations, the unique approach of their program, and what sets it apart from other recovery options. (Hint: Jesus is the 'secret sauce')

What else we discuss:

- Daily life running a recovery center

- How Kevin & Jess were called to this ministry

- Are some people more predisposed to addiction?

- Faith based treatment VS. secular treatment

- Spiritual Disciplines of Adult and Teen Challenge

- Where faith meets the science

Explore the compassionate process of welcoming new women into the program, understanding that each story is unique, and learn about the profound impact of long-term discipleship. With an impressive success rate and a message of hope anchored in their faith, the Schalers explain how they navigate the challenges of running this transformative program.

Tune in to hear about their divine calling, the sacrifices they've made, and why they believe that "hope has a name, and His name is Jesus."

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction please reach out:

https://www.atcww.org

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