Westside News Wrap – August 7, 2022

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New substance abuse recovery opportunities in the community were isolated, driving up substance abuse.

The pandemic worsened addictions, so Substance abuse and addiction affects many died from it,” an emotional Amanda more people than one might think. More said. Both Brian and Amanda felt strongly than 22 million people in the United States about starting it right away, despite the suffer from substance use disorders, and 23 challenges of social distancing.

They began with Facebook Live meetings million people are in or seeking addiction recovery support. According to a landmark and outdoor meetings at a park in June of CDC report, in 2021 for the first time in 2020. They used social media to get the United States history, drug overdose deaths word out and within a few months they had exceeded 100,000. The anxiety, depression more than 40 people in attendance at their and uncertainty during the pandemic lock- weekly meetings. The program now meets downs have increased substance abuse and on Fridays from 7 to 8 p.m. at First Bible Baptist Church. Pastor Kevin Pestke, of overdoses both nationally and locally.

Repairer of the Breach is a fellowship of First Bible Baptist Church, wanted to have people who desire to overcome addictions a Christ-centered addiction ministry at the and compulsive behaviors. This faith-based church and supported the program Amanda program meets weekly in Greece at First and Brian were starting. The weekly meetBible Baptist Church. The fellowship of ings are for both men and women of all ages, people began meeting in June 2020, during from young 20s up through 80s. Meetings the peak of the pandemic. Amanda Graunke open in prayer, and work the twelve steps in struggled with recovery from alcoholism conjunction with scripture. Sponsorship is for much of her lifetime until she finally encouraged, testimonies are shared, fellowharnessed the power of God to bring her ship is created through struggles, and they through recovery, and break free from the break out into small group discussions. The gripping chains of addiction. This impas- program name, Repairer of the Breach, was sioned Amanda to help others be free of chosen as, “Repairing of the old mindset,” substance abuse, addictions or any struggle said Brian, “and a breach is anything that that may imprison them. After her recovery, gets in the way of God.” For more informashe attended a women’s ministry at First tion on the Repairer of the Breach stop by Bible Baptist and listened to a woman First Bible Baptist at 990 Manitou Road at named Debbie speak about her son’s trium- 7 p.m. on Fridays, visit the church website phant recovery from drugs. “I had to meet at www.fbbc.info.com or find the Repairer him,” she said. Amanda resonated with his of the Breach on Facebook.

Adult and Teen Challenge is a residentestimony of struggling with recovery until he placed God in the center of sobriety. This tial living program that serves as a longled her to meeting Brian Borrelli. “Meeting term recovery program for those battling Brian was the confirmation I needed to take addiction and life-controlling issues. The the steps to start a faith-based recovery program was started by Pastor David Wilkprogram. Repairer of the Breach began erson who made a challenging step from during the pandemic at a time where many his small-town pulpit to the most dangerous streets of New York City in 1958 to help teenage boys that engaged in gangs, drugs, and crime. Wilkerson helped restore broken lives of young men who were addicted to drugs and living a life of crime by trading weapons for Bibles.

His outreach led to the first ATC center opening in 1960 in Brooklyn. From their simple beginnings, ATC now has 287 locations in the United States, and more than a thousand locations worldwide.

Rochester just became the home of the latest ATC program.

James West, from Queens, New York, struggled with drug and alcohol addiction for 20 years.

He was from a broken family and was abused, leading to trauma and a lifelong addiction to many substances. He had been in and out of rehabs starting in 1994. After 15 failed attempts to recover, he had an encounter with the Lord and Amanda Graunke and Brian Borrelli. Provided photo.

by Tami Raco

NYATC Program Directors (l-r) Dave Bengyak, Buffalo; RJ Van Alphen, Long Island; Pastor Victor Harris, Albany; Pastor Rashad Hamdan, Syracuse; Pastor James West, Rochester; Pastor Chris Harrison, Rochester Assistant Director. Provided photo. was then led to Adult Teen Challenge to help him recover. In 2009, James became a student at ATC and was finally set free from the bondage of his 20-year addiction. After graduating in 2010, he began volunteering and then working at ATC. James and his wife moved to Greece last spring to help launch what would be the fifth NYS Adult Teen Challenge residence. West agreed to head up the opening of the Rochester ATC as the Program Director. “I am in love with the Rochester area, and I feel I was called here,” he said. The residential recovery program opened its doors in June. ATC is a nonprofit 501c and is supported by local churches and donations from businesses and individuals. “The generosity of local churches and businesses has been amazing.

Pastor Pat at Greece Assembly has been a faithful supporter to both the ministry and to my family,” James said.

To enroll in the residential program there is a one-time induction fee of $500 and the rest of the 12-month residential program is at no cost to the resident. During the 12 months of care and support, students are in a loving Christian community and mentored by others who walked a similar path to freedom. Their days are structured with prayer time, study, classroom time,

chores, and free time. The residents have a remarkably high success rate in contrast to national averages. Through effective discipleship, mentoring, and life-skills training, ATC graduates have enjoyed positive outcomes and radical life-transformation throughout its 60-year history. For more information on Rochester Adult Teen Challenge, call the hotline at 585-301-2536 or visit www.rocatc.org. To partner with RATC in the NO MORE RED DOTS Campaign to help stop drug overdoses in our community, visit https://www.rochesteratc. org/nomorereddots.

If you are worried about a friend or family member you suspect may be addicted to drugs, seek help from your family physician or the programs above. Addiction is a disease that affects a person’s brain and behavior, leading to an inability to control their use of a legal or illegal drug, or medication, including alcohol. Once a brain becomes “dependent” on a substance, it will prioritize substance use over things previously considered important. Drug addiction can lead to health and relationship issues, including problems at work, school, and home. To help someone with addiction recover, encourage them to seek treatment as soon as possible.

We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-2474973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo.com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!

FIRST BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Lead Pastor Kevin Pestke. Vision statement: Love God, Love People, Serve Others, Tell Everyone. We offer in-person and live-streamed services on Sundays at 8:30 am and 10:30 am, with children’s Sunday School, teen ministry, and nurseries available. We also offer separate Deaf services Sundays at 10:30 am. We have adult services Wednesday nights (ASL provided), and AWANA, teen ministry, and nursery for the kids. During the week we have many options for small groups. Our building is disability accessible. ALL ARE WELCOME!! We would love to have you join us! 990 Manitou Road, Hilton. Phone: 585-392-0777, website: fbbc.info, Facebook: First Bible Baptist Church.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BROCkPORT NY

A congregation that Loves God, loves others and serves the world! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Mark Ross. Coffee and fellowship following worship.

35 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, (585) 637-3780. Email: fpcbrockportoffice@gmail. com. Website: www.fpcbrockport.org. Handicap accessible. Hearing loop available. Sunday services available via our facebook page. Everyone is welcome to join our church family!

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHILI

Our Mission: Recognizing that Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches, we are called to be rooted in faith, grow together and care for the community.

Please join us for worship each Sunday at 10 AM with Rev. Brandi Wooten, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (https://www.facebook.com/ firstpreschili/live/, a Facebook account is not required). Recordings of Sunday Worship Services are also available on YouTube at “1st Presbyterian Church of Chili” We have a family friendly service and Children’s Church where all are welcome. Face Masks required for anyone unvaccinated. Youth Group, Bible Studies, and Community Outreach Programs, including our Food Cupboard (3rd Saturday of each month) are a few of the opportunities we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call the church office 585-889-9896 or email Brandi at revbrandi@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible.

Website: chili-presbyterian.org. 3600 Chili Avenue, Rochester, N.Y.

HILTON BAPTIST CHURCH

50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and LiveStreaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches.

Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!

HILTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@ humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. Handicap Accessible.

HOPE CHURCH

One church in two locations - Join us for worship that is creative, relevant and truth-telling at our Brockport Campus, 6601 4th Section Rd (Rt 31 across from Wegmans) at 9:30 am Sunday mornings, or at our Greece Campus, 1301 Vintage Lane (1/2 mile west off Rt 390 N) on Saturdays at 5 pm (a Traditional Service), or Sundays at 9:30 or 11:15 am.

Sunday Services are also streamed live on our website, ShareTheHope Youtube channel, and Facebook. Hope Kids meets at 9:30 am on Sundays at both campuses. For all opportunities for any age, check out our website www.sharethehope.org “Sharing the hope of Jesus with a world in need of hope”

LIFEQUEST COMMUNITY CHURCH

59 Henry St, Hilton, Hilton Community Center, www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest. cc, Facebook: LifeQuestCC, twitter: @lifequestcc Lead Pastor: Rob Dickerson. Worship 10am. Midweek programs: Tuesday 7pm Royal Rangers – a scouting program for boys.

Saturday 7pm YouthQuest High School & Middle School student ministry. “Journeying together as we discover God’s love and purpose for our lives.” Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Freedom.

MORTON BAPTIST CHURCH

1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail. com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 6:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.

OGDEN BAPTIST CHURCH

We are over 202 years young! Join us to renew and refresh your faith with a warm, friendly, caring group of people! Learn about the Bible and live abundantly. We have a wonderful choir and special music during worship. We have strong mission and outreach to others through local, regional and world-wide mission partners.We invite you to join us for worship Sunday mornings at 11 AM*. ZOOM Worship is offered for those who cannot attend in person. Nursery care available. Active Youth Ministry: Sunday School at 9:55 AM in the Children’s Resource Room. *Due to Covid restrictions, masks are required for all children over 2 years of age until further notice. In addition to Sunday School, our Director of Children’s Ministry, Dale Shonk, conducts “Kids Faith Discovery” for school age children every Wednesday evening 6:20-7:30 PM. Join the fun! Bible Study on Thursdays from 6:15 to 7 PM. We are located near the intersection of Colby and Washington Streets at 721 Washington Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Interim Pastor, Rev. Cliff Houston. Music Director: Suzanne Feuerherm. For more information, contact us at 585-352-1077 or visit our website at www.obcny.org. See you on Sunday!

OGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Reverend Doctor Eileen Borduin Vanderzwan. Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary following current CDC requirements, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.

PARMA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

39 Hovey Street, Hilton, (585) 615-6383, www.PCFMinistries.com, Facebook: Parma Christian Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Myke Merrill. Worship Services: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 10AM. Family Midweek: Wednesday 6:30PM – Kids Club, TurningPoint Teens, Adult Bible Discussion Group. Nursery School: Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, 39 Hovey Street, Hilton. School Phone: (585) 392-5792.

PEARCE CHURCH

pearcechurch.org. 4322 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY 14514. 585-594-9488. Join us for worship! Saturday: 5pm. Sunday: 10:30am. Pearce 4 Kids Child Care Center, Pearce4kids. org, 585-594-1833. Handicapped Accessible.

THE POTTER’S HOUSE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Don’t miss out on what God has planned for you! Sunday Services 10:30 am and 6 pm, Thursday Services 7 pm. Prayer for the sick the first Sunday morning service of every month. All are welcome! 4756 Lake Road, Brockport (Brockport Corners Mall behind Sherwin Williams), 585-943-1719, www.brockportphchurch.com.

SPENCERPORT ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Located at 3940 Canal Road, Spencerport, NY 14559. We offer a place for people of all ages to encounter God through worship, fellowship and Biblical teaching so we can grow in our relationship with Jesus and make a difference in our community and the world.

Services are: Sunday School at 9:30 AM. Sunday Worship at 10:30 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service. Wednesday Bible Study for Adults and Youth Group meets at 6:30 PM. Prayer follows at 7:30 PM. Nursery is provided for all services. Handicap accessible.

Samaritan Harvest provides free prepared and perishable foods every fourth Sunday of the month. Look for our special events at www.spencerportag.com or like us on Facebook.

Phone: 585-352-5900. Cell: 585-363-8922. E-mail: Spencerportassemblyofgod@gmail. com. All are welcome.

SPENCERPORT FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. (585) 352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall. Sunday School for ages 4 and up is also available during service. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am September through June, and 9am in July and August. All services are both inperson and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm). Our pastor is the Rev. Greg Kremer, 585-392-4099.

Churches, to have your services listed or updated, please call 352-3411.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585-964-2550, www.stjohnhamlin.org.

Facebook: St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin, NY. Sunday Services at 8:30 & 11AM. Church office is open 7:30AM3:30PM, Monday through Friday. For daily inspiration and Sunday services visit our Facebook page or YouTube Channel. “To know Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

Welcomes you to encounter our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in His one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (play-centered, hands-on Christ-experiences). Daily Mass Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 8am (Traditional Latin Mass *some* Fridays at 8am – check bulletin online). Daily Mass Wednesday at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm.

Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:304:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Visit our website at www.

StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Parochial Administrator: Fr. Justin Miller

ST. LEO’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleochurch.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 5 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. New: First Friday and First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Monday, August 15, 7 PM Mass. Handicapped accessible.

ST. LUkE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

14 State Street, Brockport, 585-637-6650, www.stlukesbrockport.org. Visit us on Facebook. Whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome at St. Luke’s. Our Mission is to Worship God Joyfully, Love One Another, Serve in the Name of Christ. Join us either in person or via live stream for Sunday worship with Holy Eucharist at 10 am led

by The Rev. Elizabeth Brooks Harden. Handicapped accessible and hearing assistance available. Harvest Kitchen, our outreach to the greater community, offers a free meal the second Sunday of each month from 2 to 3 pm. Recognized as a National Jubilee Church for outreach and service to our community. Please check website or call the Parish Office for current COVID precautions.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH

ST. MARk’S CHURCH

13 South Main Street, Holley 16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.

Mass Times: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM at St. Mary’s; Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM at St. Mary’s; Sunday 8:30 AM at St. Mark’s and 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton.org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-392-4000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Kingdom Kids – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade.

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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRE-SCHOOL

191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Reverend Pastor Steve Shrum. Worship Services Sunday at 9:30AM ‘In Person’ in our handicap accessible Sanctuary. Worship Service is also Live Streamed on YouTube. Sunday School is at 10:45AM. Visit our Website at www.tlcspencerport.com. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail. com. “The Mission of Trinity is to joyfully share the Gospel through Christ-centered worship, teaching and reaching out to the community by acts of caring.”

UNION CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the third Tuesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday 1-3 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier.com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.

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ELMGROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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Area Worship Services

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