What is
re:generation?
Re:generation is a 12-step discipleship process oriented around life change and hope through the application of God’s Word. By working through these 12 biblical steps of looking to God, honestly self-evaluating, and sharing with others in authentic community, people have found freedom from substance abuse, codependency, pornography, disordered eating, depression, fear, control, emotional/physical abuse, same-sex attraction, anger, obsessive thoughts, and many other personal struggles.
Who is
re:generation for?
Re:generation is for all who are dealing with the impacts of sin in this world—our own sin and the sin of others. It is for all of us who feel stuck, broken, or hurt. All are invited to come find recovery in Jesus Christ. You do not need to be a member of Grace Church to attend re:generation.
Mentor
Training
It’s an honor to be asked to mentor a re:generation participant. It means the participant is willing to trust you with some of the deepest parts of their lives and that they see Christ already at work in your life. The most effective mentors are those who spend time on their knees for their participant, themselves, and the re:generation ministry. They serve from the overflow of joy in their hearts, trusting God to bring healing to the participant’s life and leaning on group leaders and the participant’s recovery partners for support.
Frequently Asked Questions
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God can help heal you from any addiction, struggle, hurt, or pain. Many people come to re:generation in order to discover the source of their pain or because they feel stagnant in their relationship with the Lord. You will always be welcome regardless of the struggle. If you would like to discuss whether re:generation recovery is right for you, please contact us at careministries@grace.sc.
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Re:generation is a year-long biblical process structured within the context of small groups. After attending First-Timers, you will move to an open, gender-specific Groundwork group. Once you complete this curriculum, demonstrate a willingness to participate, secure a mentor, and decide you want to move forward, you will be placed in a closed group. Here you will process through the 12 steps using the daily curriculum, along with weekly discussions with other group members. Closed groups have a set number of participants and are gender-specific to create an environment that is open to the sharing of past hurts and current struggles.
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There is no cost to attend re:generation. Should you decide to start the curriculum, you will purchase a total of six books at different stages throughout the year. Books cost up to $18 each. If the cost of the curriculum is a hardship, let us know.
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Completion of daily homework is required. You can anticipate spending 20–30 minutes each day working through the curriculum. Deeper intimacy with Christ and resulting recovery comes as you spend time with the Lord and complete the step work each day. Click here to view a sample homework lesson.
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Contact us at careministries@grace.sc to learn more about volunteer opportunities and upcoming training. Volunteer roles include audio/visual, hospitality, and resource center.
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Childcare is available and registration is requested. Dinner is provided for children in childcare. Please let us know of any allergies on the registration form.
12 Steps
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Step 1 | AdmitWe admit we are powerless over our addictions, brokenness, and sinful patterns—that in our own power our lives are unmanageable. -
Step 2 | BelieveWe come to believe that God is the one whose power can fully restore us. -
Step 3 | TrustWe decide to trust God with our lives and wills by accepting his grace through Jesus Christ. -
Step 4 | InventoryWe make a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. -
Step 5 | ConfessWe confess to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our sins. -
Step 6 | RepentWe become entirely ready to turn away from our patterns of sin and turn to God. -
Step 7 | FollowWe humbly ask God’s Spirit to change our hearts and minds in order to follow Christ fully. -
Step 8 | ForgiveWe forgive those who have harmed us and become willing to make amends to those we have harmed. -
Step 9 | AmendsWe make direct amends whenever possible, submitting to God, his Word, and biblical counsel. -
Step 10 | ContinueWe continue to examine our lives and, when we sin, promptly confess and turn to walk with Christ. -
Step 11 | IntimacyWe seek to deepen our relationship with God daily and depend on his power to do his will. -
Step 12 | RegenerateBecause of our new lives in Christ, we carry God’s message of reconciliation to others and practice these biblical principles in every aspect of our lives.