Seasons of Recovery Series featuring Fr. Mark Hushen

Friday, November 11, 2011

Unleash the Power: Twelve Step Recovery and the Joy of Living

Featuring CEO and President of Father Martin's Ashley:
Fr. Mark Hushen, O.S.F.S.

Date: Friday, November 11, 2011

Time: 6:30 p.m. - Registration, fellowship and light refreshments
7:00-8:30 p.m. - Workshop

Where: Main Line Unitarian Church
816 S. Valley Forge Road
Devon, PA 19333

Click here for directions

This is a free event open to all. 
Please RSVP by November 7th to the Alumni Department at 410.273.2303 or click here to send an email.

The presentation will focus on how a recovering person appropriates the ancient and universal wisdom embedded in the 12 Step program to develop the capacity to live an inspired life. The mechanics of the 12 Steps will be discussed along with a strategy for integrating the spiritual principles of the steps into a recovery lifestyle. The 12 Steps will be discussed as a systematic approach to change and a methodology for "Living the Dream."

Fr. Mark hold's a master's degree in pastoral counseling from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. Prior to his role at Father Martin's Ashley, Fr. Mark served as a pastoral counselor at Caron Treatment Centers, worked with adolescents at Northeast Catholic High School for Boys in Philadelphia and was associate pastor at St. Anthony's of Padua Roman Catholic Church in Wilmington. He is the 2011 recipient of the Fr. Ralph Pfau Award, which is given annually to a Catholic priest or deacon who has helped advance recovery from addictions, both in religious life and the general community. Fr. Mark is a native of Haverford, PA and an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. Come have your recovery refreshed as Fr. Mark shares his experience, strength, hope and humor!

Click here to download the workshop flyer.

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