Light Reading
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 programing, 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
Real People, Real Change | Tori’s Story
October 18, 2024
When Guiding Light was preparing to open two sober-living homes for women, Tori learned about an opportunity to manage one of them. The idea made her nervous. But things were different now. She had achieved years of sobriety after finally
Real People, Real Change | Chaz
October 14, 2024
Chaz came to Guiding Light in 2022 at rock bottom. With God’s help, the support of this community, and Guiding Light, Chaz has a new life today. His is one of many stories we celebrate. If you see a billboard
Founded by Women, Serving Women
October 1, 2024
Guiding Light was launching a residential recovery program for women, Kendra’s House. But it needed a place where clients could go during the day to day to attend class, meet with life coaches, therapists and spiritual directors.
“We’re Building a Community”
October 1, 2024
As house manager at Guiding Light’s new recovery program for women, Kendra’s House, Heather is helping other women discover that same accountability.
Kendra’s House: ‘What a legacy for her to leave behind’
October 1, 2024
Kendra’s own battle with alcoholism inspired her Aunt Melody to make the purchase of the home possible for Guiding Light. Kendra’s House opened this summer with room for 11 women.
