Honesty, Integrity, and Generosity - Applies to Celebrate Recovery Leaders

Hi All! We just concluded the first CR One Day Seminar of the year in San Jose, California. It was a great event hosted by West Regional Director, Mindy Scratch and her wonderful volunteers from Family Community Church. Nearly 800 leaders were in attendance at this event. It was exciting for all.

When introducing the assembled members of the National and State CR teams, I referenced Rick Warren's prayer on Inauguration Day. It very much reflected points of his sermon following the Civil Forum last August. The keys of his sermon last summer and the prayer earlier this month apply to those who serve you - and those who serve with you.

As Celebrate Recovery ministry leaders do you demonstrate the following in your ministry?

Honesty - This quality is key when considering leaders and volunteers for ANY leader at any level. It is crucial for a recovery leader to exhibit honesty in all their relationships, but absolutely vital they are honest in their spiritual growth and their walk on this road to recovery.

Integrity - Integrity we have learned through many ministries and movements within the church, points to CONSISTENCY in all areas of life. As a ministry leader do you and others trusted to your care demonstrate the same character at home, church, and in the community?

Generosity - You are serving with many who unselfishly give to serve others through the weekly meetings of Celebrate Recovery. Ministry Leader - I wish to point out that your success as the coordinator of all things CR - is directly tied to your ability to share the ministry and the vision of Celebrate Recovery in as many ways possible with as many people as possible. In recovery and in all areas of life, I encourage you to be as generous as possible.

The next One Day/Advanced Leadership Training is scheduled for the Seattle area on February 7. Early registration has closed, but there is time to register your team - or use walk-in registration in a little over a week-and-a-half. Blessings!

Celebrating Recovery - each day in Christ! - Jim