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"You are worth loving—right now. You’re not missing anything. You’re not lacking. And your life isn’t wrong."

This message isn’t about surface-level self-help or quick fixes. It’s about the deep stuff—what you see when you look in the mirror, and how to finally make peace with it.

In A Guide to Loving Yourself… And Others (Part 1), Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis delivers a raw, funny, and deeply moving talk about our struggles with insecu...

“I’m not gonna sit and long for what I lost… when I’ve been doubly blessed.”

This Mother's Day message from Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis goes far beyond flowers and photo booths. It's for the moms who are grieving, the ones navigating estranged relationships, and those who carry shame from their past but still long for healing. Heidi opens up about the loss of her own mother, the heartache of broken connections with her children, and th...

🎙️ Brian C. Gets Honest About Finding Purpose, Support & Real Recovery at Outreach 419

Brian wasn’t sure about coming out to Outreach 419 at first — “It’s out in the middle of nowhere,” he laughs — but he took the chance… and everything changed.

“This place? It’s just love. That’s the best word I can use,” Brian says.

From cutting trees and cleaning up dinners to stepping into meetings and working the 12 Steps, Brian found mor...

🎥 Kenny K. Gets Real About Recovery and the 419 Community

Kenny K has been part of Outreach 419 from the beginning, and he sat down with me to talk about what this place really means to him.

“This is a nonjudgmental place,” Kenny said. “I can take a nap, have something to eat, ask questions, and I’ll get help finding the answers. 419 is a stress-free environment. If you don’t know your next step—this place will help you figure it ...

Overcoming Insecurity and Self-Loathing: A Faith-Based Approach

In this episode, Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis of Outreach 419 delves into the topics of insecurity and self-loathing. Drawing insights from Psalms and the story of David, Heidi explores how these feelings are not from God and how they can destructively influence one's life if left unchecked. She discusses the harmful effects of comparison, jealousy, and envy, providing scri...

Finding Family Again – Karol’s Story at Outreach 419"

When Karol first came to Outreach 419, she had lost her family and was searching for something most of us long for—real connection, real community, real hope. In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how stepping into Outreach 419 helped her heal, build relationships, and find a new sense of belonging without the shame or stigma of her past.

Karol talks about how the food and ...

Loneliness and Depression – A Message We All Need

This past Sunday, Heidi shared one of the most honest and heartfelt messages yet at Outreach 419. She opened up about the reality of loneliness and depression—how they sneak in, how they isolate us, and how they can quietly pull us away from who we’re meant to be. She didn’t shy away from the tough stuff. Instead, she leaned in, shared personal experiences, and reminded us that real...

🔥 “I Was Fresh Out of Jail” — Ashley’s 1-Year Sober Story 🔥

This time last year, Ashley was newly released from jail, unsure of what came next.

Today? She’s one year clean. She's earning her high school diploma. And she’s walking in purpose with a goal of becoming a recovery coach.

“The community is the base of it… the love that’s given with it… it just keeps showing itself more and more.”

Ashley didn’t just get sober—she found...

Brian's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery at Outreach 419

In this inspiring episode, join Robert and Brian as they delve into Brian’s incredible journey from addiction to recovery. Broadcasting from Outreach 419, a recovery community center in Fenwick, Michigan, Robert and Brian discuss the challenges and triumphs of Brian’s life. Brian shares candidly about his troubled past, his time in the military, struggles with substance ab...

Overcoming Shame: A Powerful Message by Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis

Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis from Outreach 419 delivers an impactful message on the topic of shame as part of her series on emotions. Drawing on her own life experiences, Heidi explores how shame, both self-inflicted and imposed by others, can derail lives.

She uses biblical stories of figures like Noah, Lot, Rahab, and David to illustrate that despite their flaws and shame...

Easter Celebrations and Baptisms at Outreach 419 with Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis

Join Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis from Outreach 419 for a heartfelt Easter celebration. This special service includes a powerful message on faith, sin, guilt, and redemption, underscoring the significance of Jesus' resurrection. Heidi also shares personal stories and scriptural readings from Romans, emphasizing God's love and grace.

The service culminates in t...

Gary K's Extraordinary Journey From Addiction to Recovery: A Tale of Resilience and Hope

In this deeply moving and transformative talk, Gary K shares his incredible journey from a debilitating life of drug addiction and alcoholism to a purposeful life of long-term recovery. Gary candidly discusses his harrowing experiences, including losing his son to a fentanyl overdose, narrowly surviving multiple brushes with death, and overcom...

Conquering Anxiety with Faith   In this powerful episode, we delve into the crippling effects of anxiety and how it influences our daily lives. Using scripture from Matthew 6:7-34, we explore a spiritual approach to managing anxiety. Heidi begins by addressing common misconceptions about 'fearing God' and emphasizes the importance of awe and reverence rather than fear. Throughout the message, she uncovers the roots of anxiety in fe...

Haircuts by a Hope Dealer: Nick's Journey Through Recovery

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At Outreach 419, we always say that behind every haircut at Kutz For Recovery, there’s a story of transformation waiting to be told. This week, we had the incredible honor of sitting down with Nick—a man whose journey through addiction, homelessness, and ultimately redemption is nothing s...

The Importance of Self Control: A Journey Through Faith and Recovery

Chaplain Heidi Woldhuis from Outreach 419 delivers a heartfelt message on the significance of self-control, the final topic in the series on the Fruit of the Spirit. Using personal experiences and biblical stories, Heidi discusses how self-control is essential for living a life of love, joy, peace, and other spiritual fruits. The talk also includes touching moment...

February 9, 2025 Patience: Trusting God's Process And Finding Real Peace

As we learn about the Fruit of the Spirit, today Heidi discusses the importance of patience, both in spiritual growth and daily life. Sharing personal struggles and reflections, she emphasizes the value of trusting God's process and finding peace amidst challenges. Through scriptural references like 2 Peter 3:9 and Romans 15:13, Heidi explores how patience is ...

The Transformative Power of Love: A Sermon on the Fruit of the Spirit

Heidi from Outreach 419 in Fenwick, MI, leads a sermon about the Fruit of the Spirit, focusing on Love. She begins by reading 1 Corinthians 13, emphasizing the importance of love in all actions, whether through eloquence or sacrifice.

Heidi highlights the need for love that is selfless, unconditional, and service-oriented, discussing the ultimate example of love ...

From Darkness to Redemption: Mike’s Story of Hope   Allow me to introduce you to a friend of mine, Michael Claeys. At one point, Mike was lost—battling addiction, living on the streets, and convinced there was no way out. He hit rock bottom more times than he can count. But when life gave him a choice—stay trapped in the cycle or fight for something better—he chose to fight. Through recovery, faith, and community, Mike found t...

The Courage To Change - Nick's Journey of Recovery and Redemption

In this heartfelt and raw testimony, Nick shares his powerful story of overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, and multiple incarcerations. From growing up in an abusive household to battling severe cocaine and meth addictions, Nick's journey is one of resilience and transformation.

He highlights his struggles, including run-ins with the law and the challenges of fin...