In the latest edition of the Encouragement Group, host David Gerber discusses the concept of how the world changes when we get sober. It's not really that the world changes, but how the world seems different when we look at it through sober eyes. Michael Boccia adds to the discussion by discussing how in the Wizard of Oz, that the wizard doesn't do much to give the characters what they are looking for, so much as the characters found that they already possessed these qualities which emerged when it became important. Listen in as miracles will be shared.

In the latest edition of the Encouragement Group, host David Gerber discusses the word "Impossible" and demonstrates how the very word says that "I'm Possible." In early treatment and recovery, people tend to think that the fruits of recovery are meant for others and not themselves. It becomes a self-defeating process. The truth is recovery is possible for all who want it. Michael Boccia chimes in by discussing the concept of how treatment at St. Christopher's Inn is like halftime in a football game. Treatment is an opportunity to regroup and come out better and ready to face life. Listen in as miracles will be shared.

In the latest edition of the Encouragement Group, host David Gerber discusses the frequent commercial tag line "Past Performance Does Not Guarantee Future Results." Often times people enter into treatment thinking that because they have been unsuccessful in the past, that they have no hope for a future. This investment commercial tagline can work in reverse in treatment and recovery. Our present and future can in fact be better-our past does not define us. We just have to be willing to do the work. Listen in as miracles will be shared.

In the latest edition of the Encouragement Group host David Gerber discusses how just as flowers open and bloom in nature, one must also open up in recovery in order to become the beautiful person they are meant to be. Many people are willing to go to treatment, but we bloom in recovery when we open ourselves up to trusting and being vulnerable. Michael Boccia chimes in with the analogy of the Nozzleman in a firefighting crew, and how it's the support and encouragement of others that allows him to move forward into the fire. Listen in as miracles will be shared.

In the latest edition of the encouragement group host David Gerber discusses the recovery messages found in the Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory movie. Here we identify can do people who make mistakes, but ultimately achieve more than just their goals when the choose to do the work and be honest. Michael Boccia chimes in by discussing the importance of following the program and being patient. Listen in as miracles will be shared.

David Gerber, Adminstrative Director of Counseling & Shelter Services at St. Christopher's Inn speaks with Radio Host Debbie Nigro about the dangers of legalizing marijuana for recreational use.

This week’s show is hosted by Marianne Taylor-Rhoades, COO of St. Christopher’s Inn.  Marianne interviews David Gerber, Director of Counseling and Shelter Services, about the dangers of Marijuana. The issue is timely considering that the States of Washington and Colorodo just voted to allow the legal use of recreational Marijuana in the recent elections. Gain insight into the untold truths about Marijuana,  its dangers on the body, and future legal, social and work related problems.

The inaugural podcast for St. Christopher’s Inn Recovery Radio! The first episode features interviews with President and CEO Fr. Bill Drobach and COO Marianne Taylor-Rhoades along with Alumni President Matthew N. Find out about the history of the Inn, and what makes St. Christopher’s so special. Matthew gives a detailed account of his journey to recovery, and successes since leaving the Inn. He also explains the role of the alumni in supporting the mission of St. Christopher’s Inn, and how former clients can connect with the 1,000 member strong Alumni Association. The podcast is hosted by David Gerber, Director of Counseling and Shelter Services. Don’t miss our first episode with some of the most important people that contribute to the overall success of the Inn.