Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Here you will find answers to the following questions:

1. What Is Celebrate Recovery?
2. How does Celebrate Recovery Work?
3. Is Childcare provided?
4. Are there refreshments or food?
5. What time does it start?
6. What if I can’t make it at 5:45 to the monthly  dinner?
7. Is transportation provided?
8. What does CR stand for and what are its basic principles?
9. What  is Lakewood Baptist Church and where is it located?
10. Is there homework?
11. Will I be assigned a sponsor?
12. Do I have to sign up to come to CR?

What Is Celebrate Recovery?

The founder of Celebrate Recovery, John Baker, of Saddleback Church in California,says it best:” The purpose of our Celebrate Recovery ministry is to fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the ‘8 Recovery Principles.’This experience allows us to be changed.

By working and applying these Biblical principles, we begin to grow spiritually. We become free from our addictive,compulsive and dysfunctional behaviors. This freedom creates peace, serenity, joy and most importantly, a stronger personal relationship with God and others. As we progress through the program we discover our personal, loving and forgiving Higher Power – Jesus Christ, the one and only true Higher Power.

How does Celebrate Recovery Work?

The CR ministry is divided into three parts: Large Group Worship, Small Group Open Share Groups, and Step Studies. Click on each link to view a detailed explanation.

Is Childcare provided?

Yes. Childcare is provided for Celebrate Recovery for newborns through 5th grade,during meeting time. Parents/guardians must remain on campus while their child is in Kids Cove childcare.

Are there refreshments or food?

Yes, dinner is served on Fellowship night only. Coffee is provided on regular meeting nights. Payment is not required, but donations are accepted.

What time does it start?

CR begins every Tuesday evening at 6:30PM. Please enter the front of Lakewood Baptist Church and follow the signs. The First Tuesday of the month dinner begins at 5:45 in the Fellowship Hall. Just follow the signs. Click here to see the regular schedule for the evening.

What if I can’t make it at 5:45 to the dinner?

Participation to the dinner is not required. If your schedule demands it, please join us at 6:30 for the meeting.

Is Transportation Provided?

No, transportation is not provided.

What does CR stand for and what are its basic principles?

CR stands for Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-Centered recovery ministry that was founded in 1991 by John Baker of Saddleback Church in California. Click Here for a detailed description of CR’s basic principles.

What is Lakewood Baptist Church and where is it located?

Lakewood Baptist Church is located at 2235 Thompson Bridge Road in Gainesville,Georgia. Click Here to see a location map. Click Here to read more about Lakewood Baptist Church.

Is there Homework?

There is no homework for our Large Group or Open Share times. Once a participant decides to take a step to get involved in a 12-step study group, he/she is expected to complete weekly homework from the Celebrate Recovery Participants guides. Click Here to read more about 12- step studies.

Will I be assigned a sponsor?

Sponsors and accountability partners are not assigned. Such relationships are completely voluntary and must be entered into upon prayerful consideration byeach individual participant.

Do I have to sign up to come to CR?

There is no registration required to attend Celebrate Recovery on Tuesday evenings.However, if you need childcare a form must be completed in Kids Cove before you may leave your child. Please come as you are. We look forward to seeing you!