Harvesting Hope Recovery Inc.

05/23/2026

Due to the weather and standing water, our pickleball time at the park has been moved indoors! Instead, we’ll be having Bunko time at the office. 🎲

Join us for a fun recovery meeting filled with laughter, connection, and fellowship. Recovery is about learning how to have fun clean and sober together!

Come hang out with us — we’d love to see you there at 7 tonight. 💚

05/10/2026

The Lord bless you and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.
Numbers 6:24-26

05/01/2026

Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word.
Psalm 119:67

04/29/2026

Redeeming evidence is the visible proof that real change has taken place, fruit that shows a life is being restored.

In a practical sense, it’s not just words or intentions. It’s what can be seen over time:
* Changed behavior
* Consistent choices
* Restored relationships
* Honesty where there used to be hiding
* Responsibility where there used to be chaos

Jesus said in Matthew 7:16, “You will know them by their fruits.”
And in James 2:17, “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

04/25/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support that made today possible.�Thank you to Welch State Bank, Good Fella’s Pizza, Hope on the Hill Recovery, and all of the amazing volunteers who partnered with us and gave their time, resources, and hearts. Your support helped provide for this day of food, fellowship, worship, and celebration. We couldn’t have done this without you now come join us!

04/22/2026

Hope everyone can make it out for the YUMMY FUN!!

Community matters.

Recovery was never meant to be walked alone. Healing grows stronger when we gather, when we share our stories, and when we lift each other up. In community, we find accountability, encouragement, and reminders that no one has to fight this battle by themselves.

We’d love for you to come be part of that.

Join us next Saturday, the 25th at 1:00 for a Fish Fry filled with music, testimonies, games, and plenty of fish & fixin’s. Bring your family, bring a friend, and come experience the power of community together.

“All the believers were together and had everything in common.” – Acts 2:44

Bring your lawn chairs.

04/18/2026

Harvesting Hope Recovery Yard Sale – We Need Your Support

We’re hosting a yard sale to help cover the everyday operating costs of Harvesting Hope Recovery—keeping the lights on, providing supplies, and continuing to serve those walking the road to recovery.

Every purchase and every donation makes a real difference. It helps us offer a safe, faith-centered place where lives are being restored, hope is being renewed, and people are finding freedom.

Come shop, support, and be part of the mission. Today only 528 N Foreman.

If you’re not able to attend, your prayers and sharing this post mean just as much.

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2

04/18/2026

Community matters.

Recovery was never meant to be walked alone. Healing grows stronger when we gather, when we share our stories, and when we lift each other up. In community, we find accountability, encouragement, and reminders that no one has to fight this battle by themselves.

We’d love for you to come be part of that.

Join us next Saturday, the 25th at 1:00 for a Fish Fry filled with music, testimonies, games, and plenty of fish & fixin’s. Bring your family, bring a friend, and come experience the power of community together.

“All the believers were together and had everything in common.” – Acts 2:44

Bring your lawn chairs.

04/11/2026

IT BEGINS AGAIN TONIGHT!
Meet us at South Park.

In recovery, it’s crucial to retrain the brain to find joy, connection, and satisfaction without relying on substances or destructive behaviors. Here’s why exercising the “fun” muscle matters:

1. Rewiring the Brain
Addiction hijacks the brain’s reward system, making it associate pleasure and relief with substances. Engaging in healthy fun—laughter, games, social gatherings—helps create new neural pathways that associate joy with sobriety. Over time, this makes sober fun feel more natural and rewarding.

2. Building New Habits
Recovery isn’t just about stopping a behavior—it’s about replacing it. Having fun in healthy ways shows the brain and body that life can still be exciting, social, and fulfilling without drugs or alcohol.

3. Reducing Cravings and Triggers
Isolation, boredom, and stress are common relapse triggers. Sober fun fights all three:
• Laughter reduces stress hormones
• Positive social interaction builds support
• Engaging activities reduce boredom

4. Strengthening Community
Shared laughter and fun activities help people bond, build trust, and feel like they belong—all of which are vital for long-term recovery. When people feel connected, they’re less likely to relapse.

5. Restoring a Sense of Identity
Addiction often steals identity and self-worth. Fun experiences help people reconnect with who they are beyond their addiction—creative, joyful, goofy, competitive, or adventurous.

Bottom line: Fun isn’t just a bonus in recovery—it’s a powerful tool for healing, rewiring, and thriving in sobriety. Recovery doesn’t have to be heavy all the time.
Joy is part of the journey.
He❤️is where the joy is🙏
Bring your pickleball gear or come without any.
All are welcome-to try and beat Johnny!

03/18/2026

🌱 Why Spring Can Be Hard in Recovery

1. “I should feel better by now” pressure
As everything around you comes alive, there can be an internal voice saying:
“Why am I not there yet?”
That comparison can lead to discouragement or even shame.

2. Change disrupts stability
Recovery thrives on routine. Spring brings:
• Time changes
• More activity
• Less structure
That can quietly shake your foundation.

3. Old triggers resurface
Warmer weather = memories:
• Past relationships
• Party seasons
• Places or habits tied to use

Your brain remembers—even if your heart has moved on.

4. Increased energy without direction
You may feel restless, bored, or unsettled. That extra energy can:
• Push toward impulsive decisions
• Create frustration if not channeled

5. Isolation can feel louder
Seeing others out enjoying life can make you feel:
• Left behind
• Lonely
• Tempted to reconnect with unhealthy circles

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🌿 What to Do About It (Practical Recovery Tools)

1. Re-anchor your routine
Don’t drift—double down on structure:
• Set consistent wake/sleep times
• Keep meetings or support strong
• Stay accountable daily

2. Give your energy a healthy outlet
• Exercise (walks, gym, yard work)
• Gardening (this one’s powerful—literally “planting new life”)
• Hands-on projects

3. Expect triggers—don’t be surprised by them
Instead of thinking “what’s wrong with me?”, shift to:
👉 “This makes sense. Now how do I respond?”

4. Stay connected (even when you don’t feel like it)
Isolation is dangerous in this season.
• Call someone
• Show up anyway
• Be honest about where you’re at

5. Replace old “spring habits” with new ones
If spring used to mean chaos… now it can mean:
• Growth
• Serving others
• Building something meaningful