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HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT
LIFE Recovery ASSOCIATION?
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You can be a part of the ministry of LIFE Recovery — to help women turn their lives around.
Leave a Legacy
Gifts That Impact Now
Monthly Donation
One Time Donation
Direct Debit ∙ Credit Card
Cheque ∙ Volunteer
A lasting way to support LIFE Recovery
Association is through a Legacy gift.
Christian Stewardship Services (CSS) can help you set this up
with a free, no obligation, and confidential visit to discuss your
options. To find out how you can become a Legacy supporter
go to www.csservices.ca, email: [email protected] or phone:
1-800-267-8890 for information or to request a visit.
Our Thrift Store
Come shop at or donate your gently used
items to our thrift store.
We are open Monday – Saturday 9:30 – 4:30
(closed Sunday’s and statutory holidays)
#7 – 31550 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford.
Our truck will pick up donations of furniture
and items from estates. Please contact
Bill Vantol at 604-854-5928
Yes, I would like to support LIFE Recovery Association in helping women overcome addictions
I would like to give a monthly donation:
$25
$100
Other
$50
$250
Method of payment:
Direct Debit (for monthly donations)
Please deduct $
on the
1st or
15th of every month
by Direct Debit from my bank account (please include a void cheque)
Credit Card
I would like to make a one time donation:
Name on Card
$
Card #
Donations also accepted online or by phone:
www.liferecovery.ca | 604.855.4440
LIFE Recovery Association
PO Box 2652, Abbotsford, BC. V2T 6R5
Visa
Mastercard
Expires
Signature
Cheque
MONTHLY: Enclosed are
post-dated cheques each for $
ONE TIME: Enclosed is a cheque for $
A receipt for income tax purposes will be mailed after the end of the year for donations of $15 or more.
The past couple of months we were
able to witness the new buds of
spring. I have always enjoyed spring
and watching the land transform into beauty. It
gives me hope
for the months
ahead –
summer! This
is a time
of energy,
fun and
relaxation.
A time
where the
weather
allows us
to get out
and about and
enjoy the beautiful area that we call
home. As I reflect on the
changing of seasons it reminds me
of the women that come through the
doors at Life Recovery. Most come
downcast and broken. They have lost
everything (or close to it). They come
with a tiny seed of hope and faith
and courage. While at the house they
tap into the hope and faith of
the staff and volunteers
and in such their
hope and faith
grows even
bigger. We
are blessed
to witness
these women transform like
the seasons.
Their beauty
is evident as
they learn to
know who God
is and how much
He loves them. I want
to extend my thanks for all
the prayers and donations that you
have so generously given. You are
part of the transformation in the life
of the women.
- SHELLEY LANGELAAR (Certified Addictions Counsellor)
OUR MISSION is to
help others grow and
believe in Jesus Christ,
allowing Him to take an
active part in their recovery
from substance addiction.
OUR BELIEF is that the
inspired word of God must
be our fundamental source
and inspiration in the professional counselling, treatment
and rehabilitation process.
Above all, we believe that
love and compassion should
be at the heart of a Biblical
based ministry.
OUR GOAL
is to be a
safe, structured and
supportive environment for
women who desire freedom
from their substance
abusing lifestyle.
For more information
please contact us at:
T: 604.855.4440
F: 604.855.6744
[email protected]
LIFE Recovery is a registered non-profit society
www.liferecovery.ca
Client Story # 1
TEN YEARS OF OPERATION FOR THE Thrift Store
Before coming into LIFE my life was very bleak. I was drinking very
heavily every day and could not stop for fear of seizures caused by
withdrawal. I was in a toxic relationship with another alcoholic and
my two teenagers were on the back burner. God was nowhere to
be found.
Walking through the doors at LIFE was not an easy feat but it was
the first time I felt God in a long time. In my journey here I have
faced many obstacles. I was able to overcome them with the love
and support of the staff. I have learned how beautiful life can be if
I just surrender myself and put God first.
In just three short months I have completed my 12 steps, fallen in
love with Jesus, and rebuilt some very broken family relations. My
recovery is going to continue in a second stage program and I will
forever be grateful to LIFE Recovery. For the solid foundation they
helped me build. I may not be where I want to be but I am sure
thankful not to be where I was and I have learned that I can forget
what lies behind me and press forward into God’s plan for my life.
Ten Years of operation for the Thrift Store - seems
amazing and humbling when we think of the ‘idea’ that
was born in Jan 2005. Then, thru God’s grace a store
opened in April of the same year. These are things that
we know only God can do. Putting people in place to
bring the small idea into a huge blessing for LIFE Recovery. We are so grateful that Ben and Henny DeRegt
were obedient to the call and shared themselves and
their experience with LIFE Recovery. We are amazed
with the many volunteers who joined the team and
made things happen. Each one has been valued. The
success of the store is also a reflection of a community
donating and shopping, sharing the news of our facility.
The purpose of the store is to offer a safe place for
women in our program to learn skills, connect with our
volunteers (community) and gain a sense of self worth
thru serving others. It is also so much more. Aside from the income generated which we rely on to support the programs,
the volunteers are given an opportunity to serve and feel connected. Personally, it has been a blessing to be involved. You
too can volunteer - just talk to the store manager, Lily Bergen. We’re always delighted to add to our team!
LIFE Second Chance Thrift store has been a life changing project for our clients, our volunteers and our staff. What
seemed impossible to us, God makes possible in life changing ways everyday.
ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Client Story # 2
I started abusing alcohol and medication after I gave up my one month son when I was 18. I started drinking to keep
friends so that people would want to hang out, because I had booze and a couch to crash on. Eventually, I found myself
self-medicating a deep depression to escape the grief, shame, and empty feeling that I was left with when my child was
adopted.
I managed my addiction for the next couple of years, maintaining just enough to get through work and school. I became
codependent on my partners and my addiction. Then, I suddenly lost complete control when I was left alone right after
I completed a week long detox. My partner had left me and I pushed away my friends and family, so I gave up and left
my job and stopped going to school. I used for the next two months every minute of every day, scared to face all I had
bottled up and buried deep inside. As long as I had my drugs I did not have to face the loneliness and shame.
When I came to LIFE Recovery I faced God who I had been running away from and blaming for all of my mistakes. LIFE
Recovery has helped me feel my feelings and I no longer hate that empty feeling inside. I have filled that empty void with
God. I am finally grieving for my son and I have the support of all the women at LIFE Recovery and a safe environment
to do so.
www.liferecovery.ca
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Annual LIFE Recovery Charity Golf
Tournament coming up on Friday September 18, 2015 at 1pm at Ledgeview
Golf Course. Please call the office closer to the date for more details regarding getting tickets to this fun filled event!
ANNUAL ALUMNI BBQ
Our Annual Alumni Barbecue is coming up on Saturday July 11th, 2015
11:30am - 3pm. This is always great day of joining together with Alumni
clients, families, volunteers and staff as we celebrate with joy the many years
of God’s blessing LIFE Recovery and being a part of the healing of many
lives! Come out to re-connect with old friends and make new ones! Call the
office at 604-855-4440 for more information.
ANNUAL GALA
Our Annual LIFE Recovery Gala 2015 is coming up on Friday October 9,
2015 at the Ramada in Abbotsford. Please follow updates on our website for
more upcoming details regarding this always fun filled event!
www.liferecovery.ca