Life Transforming Programs

The Hope Gathering, which meets every Wednesday at 6:30pm at St. Stephen's Community House, is targeted toward those in early recovery. The Hope Gathering is a recovery based, inclusive community that acts as a bridge between the streets and faith. We are a people who desire to work on our recovery while strengthening our relationship with our Higher Power. We work the Twelve Steps. All personal beliefs and values are welcome.

Hope for Today, which meets every Monday at 11AM, is targeted towards those in active addiction and provides an opportunity to step out of the street and into a safe and intellectually stimulating environment with peers. The goal is to enable critical thinking, and future-focused, as well as reflective conversations, that can plant seeds toward recovery.

The Women's Step Group, which meets every Saturday at 10AM, is targeted toward women who desire to study the 12-steps in a safe and supportive environment to share their experiences with addiction and recovery.

Second Chance, presented by Open Church, meets the 2nd Sunday of the month at Franklinton High School at 89 Avondale Ave in Columbus, 43222. This is a place for people who need a second chance and those ready to give church a second chance. Faith is not about perfection but about the ongoing journey of healing, growth, and being welcomed back, no matter one's past.

The ‘Foundations’ meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday at 6PM and is targeted towards anyone who has a desire to stop using drugs or alcohol. 'Foundations' is registered with AA Central Ohio Group Fellowship serving Central Ohio, AA Area 53 serving Central and Southeast Ohio and AA General Services Organization serving AA’s World Service.

The last Saturday of every month our entire recovery community comes together for a special event. Recent events include a talent show, halloween party, game night, movie night, cookouts and a Columbus Crew game. Open invitation for anyone on their recovery journey!