A DAY OF HOPE & HEALING
A Catholic Response to Addiction
SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 | 9am – 5pm ET | 6am – 2pm PT
Individuals seeking freedom from alcohol/drugs, disordered eating, gambling, lust/sexual addiction, and many more addictions, compulsions and unhealthy attachments Adults from ACA/ACoA/ACDH backgrounds navigating family-of-origin wounds Friends and family members affected by a loved one’s addiction Priests, deacons, religious, parish staff, and ministry leaders building recovery-ready parishes Counselors, clinicians, social workers, coaches, and educators serving those impacted by addictionWHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE Three dynamic keynotes integrating Catholic teaching, neuroscience, and lived experience of recovery The Holy Rosary prayed together for healing and hope Breakout workshops with practical tools you can use immediately—in your life, family, ministry, or practice Praise and Worship music CIR meetings (anonymous, supportive, solution-focused) for multiple recovery paths Testimonies of transformation from men and women who have found freedom in Christ Commissioning & Benediction to send us forth as witnesses of hope
Choose sessions that fit your journey:
Alcohol & Drugs General Recovery (cross-addiction, relapse resilience, daily disciplines) ACA/ACDH (Adult Children dynamics, boundaries, inner child work) Disordered Eating (compassionate, faith-informed approaches) Gambling (financial, relational, and spiritual repair) Lust/Sexual Addiction (restoring integrity, shame-free accountability) Friends & Family (detachment with love, prayer, boundaries, resources) A Catholic framework for recovery that unites grace + proven practices Concrete daily rhythms for sobriety, serenity, and accountability Conversation guides for families and ministry teams A curated list of Catholic and clinical resources, including local and virtual supports Renewed hope—and a community to walk with youSPEAKERS & FACILITATORS
A lineup of Catholic in Recovery leaders, iTHIRST Initiative educators, clergy, clinicians, and men and women in long-term recovery will guide the day with pastoral wisdom and practical skill. Keynote presenters include Dr. Matthew Breuninger, Dawn Eden Goldstein, and Fr. Sean Kilcawley. More information on each keynote speaker, including presentation titles and descriptions, will be updated on this page soon.
Attend from anywhere—simple, secure event portal Choose your track in each breakout session in the program; all main sessions are recorded Anonymous attendance options available for CIR meetings Live chat prayer team and resource concierge throughout the dayAGENDA
All times listed in ET (Eastern Standard Time)
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 9:00a | Welcome & opening |
| 9:30a | Keynote address: Dr. Matthew Breuninger |
| 10:30a | Praise & worship |
| 10:45a | Testimonies |
| 11:30a | CIR meetings |
| 12:30p | Lunch break & midday Angelus |
| 1:00p | Keynote address: Fr. Sean Kilcawley |
| TIME | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 2:00p | Workshop sessions |
| 2:45p | Break |
| 3:00p | The Recovery Rosary |
| 3:45p | Keynote address: Dawn Eden Goldstein |
| 4:45p | Commissioning |
| 5:00p | Summit concludes |
REGISTRATION
$30 General Admission: Full access to the live conference, workshops, and CIR meetings
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Is this confidential?
A. Yes. CIR meetings follow strict anonymity. We offer privacy-forward options for sessions and chat.
Q. Do I need to be Catholic or in recovery to attend?
A. No. All are welcome—seekers, family members, and professionals.
Q. Will sessions be recorded?
A. Keynotes and non-meeting workshops will be recorded for registered attendees. CIR meetings are never recorded.
Q. I’m brand new and nervous. Where should I start?
A. Join the opening session, then try a General Recovery workshop or a Friends & Family track. You’re not alone.
HOSTED BY
Catholic in Recovery (CIR) — a fellowship that blends 12-step wisdom with Catholic spirituality to support individuals and families affected by addiction and unhealthy attachments.
iTHIRST Initiative — an evangelization and recovery resource model that equips parishes and leaders to accompany those impacted by addiction.
Addiction is not the end of the story. Come encounter Christ’s mercy—and leave with tools, community, and hope.
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