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About the Conference

With growing concern
over the devastation from all forms of addiction, including the ever-increasing opioid crisis, and now the added challenge of a worldwide pandemic, the Center of Addiction & Faith presents this important gathering to raise awareness about the terrible addiction problem we face and how the church and people of faith can help to address it.

We have assembled top internationally known speakers to inspire and educate attendees to deal with this terrible problem going forward. Breakout sessions will teach attendees how you and your faith community can become a life saving haven for those struggling with addiction, and their loved ones.

Why Attend This Conference?

Join Us ...

From the world of church:
clergy, chaplains, deacons, deaconesses, caregivers, church staff, synod staff, parish nurses, youth leaders, addiction awareness teams, congregants, and the community of people in recovery and their loved ones.

From the world of addiction and mental health treatment:
treatment center staff, counselors, therapists, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in educating themselves in the devastation of addiction and co-occurring disorders and the role faith can play in the healing process.

Open to anyone interested
in exploring the devastation of addiction and co-occurring disorders and the remarkable healing process of faith. Together, we'll enhance our knowledge about addiction and recovery, share stories of learning and hope, and celebrate our faith in God’s abiding grace.

Featuring:

Internationally-known keynote speakers
Breakout sessions
Spiritual practices that may be life-changing
General CEUs available, up to 9 hours.

Download Our 2021 Flyer

MEDIA Info 2021

Approximately 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only 10% will receive treatment.

From 1999 to 2017, more than 700,000 Americans died from a drug overdose."

How is your faith community addressing this problem?

During the Conference:

Recovery Worship
12-Step Meetings - closed, open, and clergy only
Al-Anon Meetings
Conscious Contact (11th Step Meeting with drumming)
12-Step Yoga
Free Narcan Training

What is this conference like?

View a photo gallery of previous conferences

October 7, 8 & 9, 2021

Early Bird Registration

Opening January 1, 2021!

2 WAYS TO REGISTER:

1. Pay by check and save the Eventbrite fee

2. Pay by credit card online through Eventbrite (fee added)

In-person Event

Virtual Event

Hotel Reservations

DoubleTree by Hilton
7800 Normandale Blvd.
Bloomington, MN 55439

Only 15 minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport SHUTTLE SERVICE
(Currently subject to Covid restrictions)

For complete schedule, pricing and registration
follow the links on the menu bar

Addiction & Faith Conference
a Ministry of the Center of Addiction & Faith
a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
All donations are tax deductible. We welcome your support.
Check should be made out to:

Center of Addiction & Faith
P.O. Box 233
St. Bonifacius, MN 55375

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