Grace of God Recovery House
Grace of God Recovery House is a safe home for men recovering from alcoholism and drug addictions. Located at 120 Franklin St in downtown Rochester, it houses up to six men at a time. Residents stay in this supportive structured environment until they are ready to move on to a halfway house or independent living. Every Wednesday evening residents, former residents, staff and volunteers gather for a community meal and sharing group.
The House was founded in 1999 by Sister Marjory “Margie” Henninger as the first ministry of (the then newly formed) Spiritus Christi Church. The House is currently run by Director Mark Bennett, who came up through the program and was chosen by Sr. Margie to be her successor when she decided to retire at age 80. A small staff and a number of volunteers provide ongoing support for residents, sharing their 12-step experiences, cooking meals, and providing transportation.
Every Wednesday Night
5:30 pm – Dinner
6:30 pm - Sharing for Life Meeting at Grace of God Recovery House
Sharing for Life is a group of people that invites residents and former residents, guest, and others in recovery to gather weekly every Wednesday night. We begin the night with a dinner to nourish our bodies with the grace, and many blessings our high power has bestowed upon us. Following dinner, we form a circle, light a candle, and take some time to reflect on our past week, our hearts, and our recoveries. This is a spiritual setting and a place where a lot of healing and growth happens.
Once a year, we take the opportunity to sit and talk with families and people who are struggling with loved ones that are in the grips of addictions. There is time for sharing, hearing powerful presentations, and an availability of literature.
Every year we hold a fundraiser event to help support the Grace of God Recovery House. This year we are going BOWLING! No experience needed; just come ready to have fun! CLICK HERE for more details!
For questions or to talk, Mark Bennett, Director of Grace of God Recovery House, may be contacted at (585) 739-5473 or by email:
