Post-Mortem | CR Leadership Training

posted Apr 1, 2012, 1:56 PM by Roy Pickron [ updated May 13, 2012, 4:06 PM ]

Overview

This was an excellent environment for listening to how the program works. What struggles have been experienced and overcome. They explained how this program compliments a church, not replaces it. The focus is on establishing an environment for individuals to become self-aware and start the process for becoming healthy by coping and removing struggles from my life.

The Question and Answer periods was great. Questions were asked and fielded by seasoned veterans in the CR ranks. Yes, questions were written and handed up as well as microphones handed out in the crowd for questions to be asked.

The CR bible struck a cord with me right away. I like to believe that I am open to many translations, this needs to receive some additional thought on delivery. On the surface, the pitch seemed to be filled by Kool-Aid drinkers. As the pitch continued, it was outlined as a resource for the CR program and was not intended to supplement a bible for teaching. My only question at this point then is, Why not just call it something besides a "bible" then? This area of discussion was just weird from my perspective. I'm not raised on religion, yet this just seemed strange to me.

I do need to take a closer look at it before I toss it into the fire.

Groups

Group 50k Overview

Allow God to speak. | Basic fundamental. You are first.
Self-Diagnostics | I need to fix me. I should point to resources.
Scripture | The best solution.
Authenticity with Struggles and Victories | The key to personal growth.
Supplement with videos, props, books, etc… | Tools for going forward and reflecting.
Humor is good. | I can laugh at myself. I am growing beyond the pain.
Close in Prayer | An action approach to resolving my challenges.

Key Guidelines (Critical)

- Focus my thoughts and feeling using I and me statements.
- Crosstalk not Tolerated
- Support one another rather than attempting to fix one another.
- Confidentiality is essential to creating a safe environment for sharing struggles.

* Primary concern | New Attendants
* Secondary concern | Safety
* Tertiary concern | Confidentiality

Group Types (Understanding Group Design)

- Open Group | Designed for current issues for people.
- Step Study | Designed for reflective assessment for people.

Open Group appears to be an entry point for learning to speak about my challenges. This is the starting point for self discovery and personal reflection.

Step Study appears to be an in depth investigation into me. This group helps me identify my struggles. This is a solid step in addressing my own issues. Once I am aware, I can work on them. :)

Group Area Coverage

Celebrate Recovery is for unhealthy people. "Romans 3:23"

The Landing provides hope and offers a solution for teens. "Jeremiah 29:11"

The Celebration Station is a proactive approach for kids. "Deuteronomy 6:7"

Participants Guide (Tool)

I am unable to find this piece of information. I am very much interested in this self-assessment tool. I would like to dig deeper into my own personal struggles. Do I need a group? Debatable. Do I need this tool for personal assessment? Absolutely

Where do I find this tool? Why must I pay for access to this tool?

Testimony (Tool)

This is a valuable outline process for writing my testimony. Similar to my eulogy except for the fact that I am here to deliver it when asked. This reminds me of Peter, "Be ready to give an account for the hope that I have within."

I. The old me explained. About three pages or three minutes.

- I am god.
- Attitude toward God and people
- My lowest point.

II. My experiences and changes in growing with God. About three pages or three minutes.

- What was the catalyst for my change.
- When did I let Jesus step in and take control?
- What changed my heart?

III. The new me. About five pages or six minutes.

- How has my relationship with God affected my relationship with people?
- What areas of my old life are gone?
- How has my walk with God changed?

IV. Outreach

- How can I encourage not-yet-believers?
- Am I sharing the good news of Christ with others?
- How am I aligning my life with God's mission?

Closing

I managed to identify a few tools that would benefit me and those entrusted to me greatly. I was reaffirmed of best practices for establishing safe groups. I was able to take my children and brother to this event. Win, Win, Win!

Yes this program appears to offer a lot of value to any local church. It provides a venue for establishing a team of leaders that feel called to serve the church, yet are unable due to previous choices made in their lives. This provides a method for retaining Spirit filled people for service in the corporate church. This is a solid win for establishing less than perfect leadership roles in the church. How do I come to this conclusion? Any CR leader's greeting tells me what I need to know…

Hello, My name is Bob. I believe the Lord Jesus Christ is my Savior and I am recovering from "fill in the blank" who struggles with "Fill in the blank".

This person stands humbly before God. This person fears God and is not concerned with what men think. "Matthew 10:28"

Yes, this is a great program for establishing local pillars in the church. If I had to describe them in short, they are the church's "Fire Fighting Team". They run to any fire without regard for self reputation or harm. Any local church would benefit from having a CR Team in place and functioning.

A Celebrate Recovery Team is a group of Fearless Men and Women!