There are many individuals in our community with severe substance abuse problems. Referrals to recovery and drug diversion programs are just the first step. Quite often, a 12-step program can offer the long-term recovery from alcoholism or addiction desired by the individual and the community. Finding the proper assistance in recovery is a crucial step in a person’s recovery from their problem. Our organization offers 12-step meetings on a regular basis.

Overcomers Outreach is a fellowship of men and women who have been affected either directly or indirectly by the abuse of any mood-altering chemical or compulsive behavior. We believe that as we look to a loving God for help, and put into practice those principles for living which He has given in His Word, we shall find both the Strength and freedom we need to live productive and happy lives. We strongly believe that our “higher power” is Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Our five fold purpose, based directly upon the Word of God is set forth as follows: (1) To provide fellowship in recovery (2) To be and to live reconciled to God and His Family (3) To gain a better understanding of alcohol and mood-altering chemicals and the disease of addiction (4) To be built up and strengthened in our faith in Christ (5) To render dedicated service to others who suffer as we once suffered.

`We hold no corporate opinions concerning politics, race, philosophy, science, or any other matter not immediately bearing upon our recovery. While we do believe that Jesus is the Christ, the resurrected and living Son of God, we hold no corporate view concerning denominational preference.

We practice the suggested 12-Step recovery program of Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon and other 12 Step groups because we believe these to be the practical Application of these life changing principles which are so clearly set forth in the Scriptures.

We welcome anyone who has a desire to stay clean and sober; anyone who has a desire to rise above the pain and turmoil engendered by the addiction of a loved one; anyone wishing to break the bondage of compulsive behavior; anyone who is not opposed to our general method of recovery. We are here to share our experience, strength and hope with one another. The loving support and genuine caring of fellow members, Coupled with daily prayer and the reading of Scripture, prepares us to experience Total serenity in Christ, no matter what our outward circumstances might be. Attendance at additional 12 Step groups is encouraged. We are dedicated to the principles of anonymity and confidentiality, and meet weekly on Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the portable buildings next to Chester Christian Church.

For more information, contact Josh Lumley at j_lumley@hotmail.com or 804.551.2122.