Written by: Maggie Dannenmueller
As a staff member at Uncommon Grounds and a candidate for the Church Army USA, I have experienced much love and grace and I have experienced how to give love and grace. The reason I came to Beaver County was because I was seeking treatment for heroin addiction. I had nothing, I had nobody. I didn’t even know my own identity and I certainly didn’t have any dignity. I had absolutely nothing. I did not have any dignity. None for myself and none to give anyone else. While I was here seeking treatment, I started volunteering at the Café and eventually got hired as an employee. That was 2 years ago and everything has changed. Because of my time spent at the cafe and with the people in this town, I have found my Identity. I have an identity today as a child of God. I have a home, a family, and a future. I came out to Beaver County with nothing and I was given nothing but grace, love, dignity, and support by my café family. Because of that, I was able to change my story and have a shot at a real life. Today I am someone who can show others support because I was shown the same support when I was at my lowest.
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1/16/2023 10:09:10 pm
Thanks for sharing this piece, really informative and helpful. I really appreicate the fact about recovery and helping those who needs it. It doesn't necessarily have to be them alone doing this we have to go through this journey with them. With our help and support I think they really can make it and have a better life one day
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1/16/2023 10:12:46 pm
Thanks for sharing this piece, really informative and helpful. I really appreciate the fact about recovery and helping those who needs it. It doesn't necessarily have to be them alone doing this we have to go through this journey with them. With our help and support I think they really can make it and have a better life one day
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