Category: News
The Power of Silence
July 29, 2025
In the busyness of everyday life, it’s rare to find time for quiet. But for the men and women in our recovery program, stepping away from the noise is not just a luxury. It becomes a key milestone in their
God Opened the Door for Me.
June 26, 2025
As a teenager, Pablo left his home in Puerto Rico because he couldn’t stand watching how his father treated his mother whenever he got drunk. He moved in with his uncle in Holland, graduated high school, was married for 26
They Saved My Life. They Really Did
May 29, 2025
Fall of 2018, Javier was detoxing from alcohol and knew something was wrong. He sat on the corner of 44th & Clyde Park until his sister could get him to the ER. This almost-deadly detox had happened before, and Javi’s
I Couldn’t Run or Hide.
April 14, 2025
Sam spent a lot of time living — and a lot of time drinking — in isolation. “It was just a steady, nonstop stream of alcohol. I was getting plastered, and I didn’t want to be seen.” Then a case
Renewing the Heart in Preparation for Easter
March 12, 2025
As we prepare for Easter, we can use this time to strengthen our faith and reflect on God’s word. To get started, we prepared a short Easter devotional related to the season! Devotion Scripture “Create in me a pure heart,
2024 ANNUAL REPORT: Your Impact at Guiding Light
February 4, 2025
Guiding Light’s comprehensive continuum of care for men and women is made possible by YOU. Thank God for your partnership in moving men and women from death to life, dark to light, and self to service. Our programming, workforce development,
Think of 20 people you know…
February 4, 2025
48.7 million people in the U.S. struggled with substance use disorder in 2022 according to The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the federal government. That’s 17.3% of the country’s population. Think of 20 individuals who you know:
Selena’s Story
January 22, 2025
AN EXCERPT FROM OUR FIRST WOMEN’S FOUNDATIONS GRADUATE “Hello everyone. My name is Selena, and I am honored to be here with you all today to celebrate Thanksgiving here at Guiding Light. I am grateful for my sobriety and a
New Year, 9% Resolute
January 22, 2025
Did you know that researchers suggest that only 9% of Americans who make resolutions for the new year complete them? That’s not a great success rate. Here at Guiding Light, we know a bit about resolutions, willpower, and change. The