A path to freedom
The Christian pastoral care programme «12 Steps»
If you are tired of living in anxiety, guilt, constant control or dependent relationships - there is a way out.
- Free
- Online
- Confidential
Free
There is nothing to pay
Online
From anywhere, all you need is Zoom
80 years
Of experience in the international 12 Steps movement
2 hours
One meeting a week
Who this is for
- You live with anxiety, fear or guilt
- You are in a relationship with someone who has an addiction
- You have survived physical, sexual or emotional abuse
- You are going through a life crisis or struggle to connect with people
- You want to understand yourself better and grow closer to God
If even one line describes you, this programme is for you.
About the programme
This is a spiritual and psychological recovery programme built on biblical principles, the experience of thousands of people and current knowledge about codependency.
It is a realistic path to healing and change, precisely because it offers no quick fixes.
The programme draws on the international 12 Steps movement, which has been helping people with a wide range of struggles for 80 years.
A path of twelve steps
Steps 1-3
Admitting the problem and trusting God
Steps 4-6
Looking inside honestly
Steps 7-9
Change and restoring relationships
Steps 10-12
Staying steady and supporting others
What each step means is worked through in the meetings. You can join from any session: the programme runs in cycles all year round.
How a group works
- 1Weekly online meetings
- 2Prayer
- 3Studying the topic
- 4Discussion
- 5Practical assignments
- 6Support
- 7Mentoring
The programme suits anyone, is fully God-centred and confidential. The result depends on the participant: on the willingness to look inside the problem and give it to the Lord, on attending regularly and doing the assignments.
What the first meeting is like
Nobody will make you speak. At your first meeting you can simply listen: meet the leader and the group, see how the conversation works and decide whether to continue. Turning your camera on is optional.
Schedule
Upcoming online meetings. You can join from any session.
July 2026
The schedule for this month is not published yet. Leave a request and we will tell you the date of the next meeting.
Times are shown in your time zone: Europe/Istanbul
The journey over time
Once a week
An online group meeting
8-10 months
How long the whole journey takes
All year
The programme runs in cycles, you can join at any point
Missing a meeting does not close the door: just tell your leader in advance.
What changes after the programme
- Constant anxiety fades
- Inner peace appears
- Guilt and shame lose their grip
- Relationships are restored
- Healthy boundaries appear
- Trust in God grows
- The ability to enjoy life comes back
Leaders
Groups are led by ministers of local churches trained in pastoral care.
Information about the leaders is coming soon.
Participants' stories
Published only with the authors' consent; names have been changed at their request.
Stories are coming soon.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes, the programme is completely free for you.
Do I need to be a believer or attend church?
No. The programme is Christian, but anyone can take part.
What do I need to take part?
The Zoom app to join the meeting. A notebook and a pen will also be useful.
Can I join in the middle of the course?
Yes. The programme runs in cycles all year round, so you can join at any point.
How long does the programme last?
Weekly two-hour meetings; the whole journey takes about 8-10 months.
Who leads the programme?
Groups are led by ministers of local churches trained in pastoral care.
Can I miss meetings?
Attendance is the participant's responsibility. For results we recommend attending every meeting and telling your leader in advance about a planned absence. After more than three unannounced absences the leader may remove a participant from the group.
Confidentiality
Whatever is said in the group stays in the group. Your request is seen only by the leaders and the site administrator. We ask for your name and a way to reach you: no diagnoses, no history, no documents. You may use any name you like and ask us to delete your data at any time.
This is not a substitute for treatment
The programme is not medical or psychotherapeutic care and does not replace treatment by a doctor.
If there is a threat to life right now, thoughts of suicide or an acute condition - call emergency services or a crisis line in your country. That is faster and safer than waiting for a group meeting.
Join the next group
We will contact you the way you prefer and explain when and how to join.