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Father
Paul
Alcohol, drugs and gambling abuse causes terrible harm to
the individual, the family and to society.
Before becoming a priest I was a professional diver and fisherman
for fourteen years on the West Coast of Australia. As well
as having lived a good life, I also fell victim to drugs and alcohol.
The
mission of Cross Roads is to help substance abusers to find freedom through an holistic approach. The objective
of which
is to assist our clients to build mechanisms which
empower them to live good and
balanced lives: exercising the body, mind and soul in a
productive and healthy manner.
Once
I was bound, now I am free!
God
bless, Fr. Paul Baczynski
Mission
Statement
Healing,
forgiveness and a new beginning are essential to the philosophy
of Cross Roads Community.
The
wounded human person, suffering amidst the darkness and emotional
injury of addiction, needs the healing power and love of God
for strength, serenity and steadfastness in the hope
of a new life.
True
healing comes from God the Creator. His supernatural grace,
working directly and through human resources, enables the
addicted person to break away from bad habits, step out in
faith to establish a new beginning and gain self-esteem and
self-mastery.
God’s
healing power, however, will only set free from addiction
those who are sincere in acknowledging their weakness and
who desire to grow as well as accept personal responsibility.
Cross
Roads Community, therefore, aims to supply a comprehensive
program that focuses on the body, mind and spiritual soul
of each individual, to enable the person to live in the
true dignity of a human being created in the image and likeness
of God.
Cross Roads Community is located in East Fremantle, where
contacts can be made and Church resources are gathered
and administered. Our aim is also to establish a retreat
farm on the periphery of the city of Perth, Western Australia.
The retreat farm will focus on spiritual and human
development brought about through, seminars, work-shops and
general retreats.
Seven
Steps
| 1. |
Acceptance
I will humbly accept professional help, because alone I
am unable to manage my life. |
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Separation
I will separate myself from people and places causing me to relapse. |
| 3. |
Body
I will undertake a balanced diet and exercise program. |
| 4. |
Mind
I will gain education: academic, vocation,
or hobby. |
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Soul
I will integrate the teachings of Jesus Christ into my
daily life. |
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6 |
Work I
will gain employment and be productive with my
money. |
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Life
I will live a disciplined and humble lifestyle, desiring
only what I need in life. Using my talents for
goodness, while practicing forgiveness and personal
growth. I will search for that which leads to
peace and joy. |
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Fr Paul
Baczynski
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