Jim Curl and Kevin Roy
Recorded
May 9, 2022
Archived
May 9, 2022
34:28 minutes
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Id:
mby021724
Description
Friends Jim Curl (37) and Kevin Roy (36) share how addiction, homelessness, and their Christian faith has shaped their journeys.Subject Log / Time Code
JC discusses using alcohol to cope with his anxiety upon moving from California to Missouri.
JS recalls being arrested after driving while intoxicated, beginning treatment at Synergy Recovery Center, and later relapsing while in treatment.
JC describes an important, compassionate conversation with a police officer.
JC remembers checking into a psychological hospital and later enrolling in Victory Mission's Restoration Program.
KR recalls crossing paths with JC at a church service and connecting over shared experiences.
JC describes feeling renewed while attending multiple church services and beginning to work towards sobriety.
JC remembers reconnecting with his family.
KR talks about his struggle with addiction, seeking treatment via the Freeway Ministries recovery program, and pursuing work in ministry.
JC reflects on his year of sobriety and his work at Synergy Recovery Center.
JC recalls reuniting with the police officer who showed him compassion earlier in his journey.
KR reflects on the open nature of those struggling with addiction.
Participants
- Jim Curl
- Kevin Roy