For years I have felt led by the Lord to establish a recovery ministry and mission for people with addictions.  As a young man I was a heavy abuser of alcohol.  I watched my adopted father die of alcoholism.  I have also lost many friends and loved ones to this disease.

I also know the dysfunctional lifestyle and personalities that develop as a result of growing up in an alcoholic home.  The Lord Jesus Christ led me away from this life through a series of revelations.  That has led to a mature faith and a calling to serve him in this ministry.  It has been by His grace and guidance that I have not had a drink since April 1, 1986.

In the fall of 2005 I began a seminary education at Houston Graduate School of Theology (HGST).  My goal in pursuing this education is to be trained as a spiritual director primarily for those seeking recovery from addiction or living in relationship with an addict.  I anticipate completing this degree within the next two years and embarking on this ministry.

My ultimate goal is to establish a recovery mission on a 100 acre farm that I own in Lane City, Texas.  This will be a basic, bare-bones facility.  It is designed like an army barracks with a kitchen and meeting room attached.  It will be a men’s facility.  Residents will stay a minimum of 90 days and pay the cost of their recovery (approximately $35.00 a day).

Recovery will be based on two things.  One, the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and two, establishing a mature relationship with Jesus Christ through scripture study, worship, and prayer.  Outpatient recovery meetings will also be established for men and women who are unable to become residents or who are in a relationship with an addict.

With God’s help, continued prayer, and hard work, this will become a reality.  As this ministry develops I will post updates on the progress of building the facility and meeting dates and times for support group ministry and fellowship.

If you are interested in helping this ministry grow, please email me at williamswhr@aol.com.

Continue to read this web site for updates and progress on this ministry.