This book explores the
relationship of clergy to Twelve Step programs. Field
research of pastors in the Florida Keys found that they
are unsure if addiction is a disease or a sin, and
whether the Twelve Steps are based on Christianity.
Lessons learned include the validity of both traditional
Twelve Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous and
Christ-centered programs such as Celebrate Recovery, the
coherence of sin and disease explanations of addiction,
and the significance of modern addiction theory. The
specific outcome of this study is the development of a
course syllabus for clergy on addiction recovery through
Twelve Step philosophy.
“Anonymous Christians is
a valuable resource for pastors and Christian educators
seeking to better understand, and partner with, Twelve
Step groups in the support of individuals struggling
with addiction. Through his research and writing, Hudson
has provided us with a long-awaited, much-needed guide
to better equip current and future church leaders.”
—Julie Russo, Program Director of the Counseling
Department, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“Hudson’s long personal engagement in addiction-recovery
ministry has enabled a thoughtful and articulate history
and field study of the church’s use of the Twelve Step
addiction model. Readers will find not only biblical,
theological, and historical context for the subject, but
loads of critical reflection and application for their
own work and teaching in addiction-recovery.” —James R. Moore, Associate Professor, Trinity
Evangelical Divinity School
“A much needed, hope filled and readily accessible
resource for equipping pastors to address one of the
most challenging epidemics of our day. A gift to the
Church!”
—Bill Donahue, Director of Professional Doctoral
Programs, Trinity International University
This book explores the relationship of clergy to
Twelve Step programs. Field research of pastors in
the Florida Keys found that they are unsure if
addiction is a disease or a sin, and whether the
Twelve Steps are based on Christianity. Lessons
learned include the validity of both traditional
Twelve Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous
and Christ-centered programs such as Celebrate
Recovery, the coherence of sin and disease
explanations of addiction, and the significance of
modern addiction theory. The specific outcome of
this study is the development of a course syllabus
for clergy on addiction recovery through Twelve Step
philosophy.
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“The consequence of this carefully designed research
project is to extrapolate from what was learned, to
create a syllabus that takes into consideration the
history, the scientific research done on addiction
and recovery as well as the theological framework
articulated from a Christian perspective. The author
does an excellent job of defining his intent and
purpose and providing data from his research to make
a strong case for educating clergy who are on the
front lines of this battle with one of the nation’s
most devastating problems.”
—Robert H. Albers, Distinguished Visiting Professor
of Pastoral Care at United Theological Seminary,
Twin Cities
“Anonymous Christians is a valuable
resource for pastors and Christian educators seeking
to better understand, and partner with, Twelve Step
groups in the support of individuals struggling with
addiction. Through his research and writing, Hudson
has provided us with a long-awaited, much-needed
guide to better equip current and future church
leaders.”
—Julie Russo, Program Director of the Counseling
Department, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“Hudson’s long personal engagement in
addiction-recovery ministry has enabled a thoughtful
and articulate history and field study of the
church’s use of the Twelve Step addiction model.
Readers will find not only biblical, theological,
and historical context for the subject, but loads of
critical reflection and application for their own
work and teaching in addiction-recovery.”
—James R. Moore, Associate Professor, Trinity
Evangelical Divinity School
“A much needed, hope filled and readily
accessible resource for equipping pastors to address
one of the most challenging epidemics of our day. A
gift to the Church!”
—Bill Donahue, Director of Professional Doctoral
Programs, Trinity International University
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