Emily Featherston
The Department of Recovery Ministries with the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama will host a day-long workshop on Oct. 15 at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church for those dealing with addiction, as well as their loved ones.
The Journey: A Day on Addiction and Recovery will feature speakers, break-out groups and anonymous sessions to discuss different aspects of addiction, as well as the stories of those who have battled it and won or who watched their family and friends struggle.
The two keynote speakers will be Michael O'Keefe and Travis Meadows.
O'Keefe is an actor known for his roles in "Caddyshack," "The Great Santini" and "Roseanne," and is the author of a book of poems titled "Swimming From Under My Father," which highlights how addiction has influenced his life and relationships.
Meadows is a country music songwriter and musician who has written for artists such as Dierks Bentley, Eric Church, and Lynyrd Skynyrd, and after a long-struggle with addiction achieved sobriety in 2010.
The workshop will also feature break-out sessions which will allow attendees to learn more about the underlying causes of addiction, youth and young adult issues, recovery options and more.
There will also be a Recovery Eucharist at the close of the workshop, and lunch will be provided.
Registration is $20 per person, but financial assistance and group rates are available.
For more information and to register, visit journeyday.info or contact event organizer Rev. Paul Pradat at (256) 924-5418.
