A.C.T.S.
Alcohol & Chemical Treatment Series
Building a bridge between the
world and the church gives those with addictions
an added tool to use while in the fight to
overcome their addictions by providing those
hurting people with an opportunity for spiritual
growth. The Alcohol and Chemical Treatment
Series (A.C.T.S.) is a ministry that reaches out
to the community and offers this spiritual
growth opportunity, following the example set
forth by Jesus to show compassion to those in
need. A.C.T.S. classes help substance abusers by
addressing three key areas: physical, emotional,
and spiritual. First, A.C.T.S. classes help
individuals become aware of their physical
addictions. Next, the course educates
participants on the physical and emotional
problems that can result from this addiction.
Finally, the program encourages spiritual growth
as a means of helping individuals deal with the
obstacles they face when working to overcome
alcohol and chemical abuse. The A.C.T.S.
ministry is built around a series of classes
that constitute a court-approved substance abuse
program. Most courts and probation/parole
programs require individuals with alcohol or
drug-related offences to attend a substance
abuse program. By participating in the A.C.T.S.
program, individuals can meet their
court-ordered requirements while also benefiting
spiritually. The program consists of 12 class
hours, and participants are awarded a
certificate documenting their completion of the
course. The A.C.T.S. program works hand-in-hand
with the judicial system by providing attendance
records to the appropriate authorities.
The A.C.T.S. program has served
over 872 people so far this year by providing
classes in two locations. At the First Apostolic
Church classes are held on Tuesday at 11:00AM
and Thursday evenings at 7:00PM. in the
multi-purpose class room. Classes are held every
Wednesday night at the Santa Rosa county jail,
and run through out the year.. Classes at this
off-campus site are held each Thursday. A
curriculum-based program that educates
participants about drugs and alcohol is the
staple of the course. Each class meeting,
participants are taught an object lesson, which
is followed by a Bible study. This combination
approach is designed to salt the individual's
path, producing a thirst that will lead to the
church. While A.C.T.S. workers do not expect
conversions within the classroom structure, they
believe the church will see life transformations
resulting from the program.
