A Path to a Better Place: Harvey Koning Values Guiding Light’s Approach to Recovery
Faith has always been an integral part of Harvey Koning’s life, but when he left his hometown of Grand Rapids his Christianity “got real” for him.
Faith has always been an integral part of Harvey Koning’s life, but when he left his hometown of Grand Rapids his Christianity “got real” for him.
Kyle Hinton has walked in the shoes of the men who seek recovery and reconnection through the programs offered by the Heartside nonprofit.
Through good planning, you can write a beautiful narrative that punctuates and accentuates all the goodness of your life.
At Guiding Light, Gabe has gotten the fresh start he wanted and a solid chance at finding his independence.
Men that complete the Guiding Light Recovery program and find employment have the option of moving to Iron House, our sober living apartments in Kentwood.
Every Monday and Friday the men of Guiding Light come to Belknap Lookout in Grand Rapids to participate in an hour-long group exercise.
Studies have shown that forms of meditation and breathing exercises are beneficial in healing the mind, body, and spirit in early recovery.
Guiding Light has launched a weekly podcast series to document and share the stories of Grand Rapids men in recovery who have found hope and a new way forward.
For the first time in over a year long-time Guiding Light volunteer Larry Slager was able to meet with men in-person at the Guiding Light facility in downtown Grand Rapids.
We are excited to be able to bring you stories of hope, inspiration, struggles, and aspiration from the very men you have helped.