2024 is off to a great start...because of YOU!

Reflections from Rachel

As we move forward in 2024, I am excited to see how God continues to move and guide our mission.

The Emerge team has been working to further improve our early successes within the men's recovery housing program. The Emerge 2 Life program will provide additional structure, phases, life skill development, accountability, and opportunities for our residents to continue on a positive path in their long-term recovery.

We will be looking to launch this by February and believe this will be a great way to enhance the programming and help residents achieve their goals and independence with the next level of support systems, housing, and clinical services.

Now in my second month, I’ve marveled at how God has placed every person here for a purpose and to serve others. As we expand our staff, our leadership team is working through some workplace culture exercises and trainings. We are creating an environment where we can be unified in our mission, even if we don't all see eye to eye at all times or have the same beliefs.

Matthew 12:25 Jesus said, "...Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand." Self seeking, self righteousness, gossip, slander, and being the king of our own lives only leads to division and destruction. The impact of a healthy workplace has a ripple effect.

This team truly loves what we have been called to do and I’m very blessed to work among people who care.

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2023 was a year of Blessings!

Together, you brought these Top Ten moments to life on the Emerge campus!

Our Clinical Services Center opens for Outpatient counseling.
Arise Cafe brings new synergy with breakfast and lunch options.
A major Ribbon Cutting celebrates the launch of the Men's Recovery Housing program.
Our Outdoor Wellness area is completed - (we even have our first concert here)!
The Trades Institute begins classes for skilled trade certifications.
Partnerships with Second-Chance businesses continue to grow.
Funding secured for a Hydroponic Greenhouse.
Our Second Annual Signature Event is another sellout and generates $290,000!
Rachel Huffman joins our team as the CEO.
Emerge graduates are entering the world with renewed health, skills, and excitement for their futures!

As we look back at last year, we are grateful for the blessings of our community and the positive impact of transformed lives! With more people eager to rebuild their lives at Emerge, our numbers are growing! We need your help! Together, we can continue to bring miraculous moments to families struggling with addiction.

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Recovery is a family tradition for Mike and Chris Wise

Chris Wise, 25, of Dayton, began his downward spiral into a life of addiction at the age of 12 years old. Earlier this year, he got sober and turned his life over to God — a wise decision, he says, that has transformed his life.

New Continuing Education Manager joins the Team at Emerge

Casey Steckling joined the Emerge team in January as the new Continuing Education Manger and we are grateful to have his passion and experiences to help further advance our mission.

Your Support Helped Transform Andy's Life

"I came to Emerge over three months ago in Crisis. I was broken, beaten down and I felt alone. I knew something had to change so I took a leap of faith and committed to the programs that are offered at Emerge."

Emerge Partners with Bridges of Hope!

Emerge Recovery and Trade Initiative and Xenia homeless shelter, Bridges of Hope, have partnered with the goal of giving individuals in Xenia better opportunities to move out of homelessness.

Both faith-based organizations will provide similar services at each location, Bridges of Hope located in the former Simon Kenton Elementary on Second St. in Xenia, and Emerge at the former Greene County Career Center at 2960 West Enon Road, Xenia Twp.

Tour Takeaways

It was a day of optimism as the Greene Country Optimist Club came out for lunch and a tour. Great conversations at The Arise Cafe on potential partnerships and ways to support our mission.

Thank you for your support in purchasing a large-screen TV for the Men's Recovery Housing day room!

A Special Blessing for Emerge

Emerge received a check of $12,000 from the Kickin' It with Luke Memorial Fund for a passenger van to transport our men to nightly recovery meetings. Learn more about this wonderful charity that remembers an extraordinary young man.

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Thank you to those who purchased an item from our Wish List! In December, we received many warm hats, socks, and underwear and some activity supplies our Peer Support Specialists use when working one-on-one with our clients.

See what’s new on our list and purchase a much needed item to support someone on their recovery journey.

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