When Garrick first heard about Guiding Light Recovery as an option to stay out of jail, it sounded like a great idea — until he heard about the long-term commitment. “I was like, ‘Four months? Forget that.’ I hung up and started calling everywhere else,” he said. “But nobody else could get me out of … Read more
New results demand new ways of acting and new ways of being — and discomfort is inherent in growth and sanctification.
Our beginning in 1929 on West Fulton Street in Grand Rapids provided our first name: the West Fulton Mission. At the time, we were a traditional mission, providing gospel services, youth programs, family visits. In a sign of what was to become, we helped form an “Alcohol Victories” committee to help those suffering from alcohol abuse.
Just like the countless souls we have served since our founding in 1929, Guiding Light itself has faced struggles over the years. And like many of our current participants we found new life after a second chance.
“I was willing to do whatever it took. My biggest thing was responsibility. I decided, ‘I’m going to be on time for everything. I’m going to do all my work. I’m going to do whatever is expected of me.’”
Elizabeth Costigan Intake Coordinator intake@guidinglightworks.org 616-451-0236 x106 A quote Elizabeth loves: “Why are you so sweaty?” Brennan: “I was watching Cops” ~ Step Brothers What Elizabeth does at Guiding Light: I am the Intake Coordinator – I’m generally the first person that individuals interact with on their recovery journey at Guiding Light. Favorite part of … Read more
Tori Grennan Women’s Case Manager tori@GuidingLightWorks.org616-451-0236 A quote Tori loves: “Life begins where fear ends” – Osho What Tori does at Guiding Light: Case Manager for the Women’s Recovery Program & House Manager At Esther’s House Favorite part of the job: Being a part of something that’s bigger than me. Freetime fun: Spending time with … Read more
Community Partners Guiding Light is a team dedicated to walking alongside individuals as they engage in the hard work of transformation, embrace their God-given dignity, and pursue the potential of their lives. We can succeed in our mission because of our community partners. donate contact us Thank you to Guiding Light’s community partners! We are … Read more
95 Years | $95,000 Match! Double Your Donation with a Matching Gift! In honor of our 95th Anniversary (and thanks to a few generous donors) from April 1 through May 31 any donation you give to Guiding Light will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $95,000! It’s not uncommon for men and women struggling … Read more
Through the guiding light of God’s Spirit, Guiding Light partners with individuals to fulfill their God-given potential through rescue, recovery and re-engagement in the community.
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