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In this powerful episode of Dose of Reality, host Abby Weiss sits down with Pastor Lynda Keefer and Assistant Pastor Teresa Mankin for an honest conversation about faith, addiction, recovery, and the impact substance use has on individuals, families, and entire communities.

Together, they explore:
• The personal journeys that led them into ministry and recovery work
• The realities of addiction and the growing fentanyl crisis
• Breaking through shame, stigma, and feelings of unworthiness
• How faith and recovery can work together to create lasting transformation
• Celebrate Recovery, Recovery Church, and what support really looks like
• The challenges families face when a loved one is struggling
• Relapse, resilience, and finding hope when life feels impossible

Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone you love, working in the recovery field, or simply looking for encouragement, this episode offers real stories, practical insight, and a reminder that no one has to face their struggles alone.