Find Community and Connection in These Tampa Churches and Places of Worship
As many people work through an addiction treatment program, they will find that they feel that something is missing in their lives. For some people, that missing element is a relationship with their higher power. Regardless of the higher power that you believe in, developing a sense of spirituality can go a long way in helping you during your alcohol rehab or drug rehab course.
Benefits of Spiritual Community in Recovery
Taking the time to explore your spirituality can provide you with a tremendous feeling of acceptance. As you work through your treatment program, you will learn that it’s vital that you develop a system of support. Attending spiritual services can help you to meet people that can help you along in your journey.
What Does it Mean to Surrender to a Higher Power in 12-Step Recovery?
One of the 12-step program staples is admitting that your life has become unmanageable as the result of your addiction. Part of this process is surrendering yourself to the help of your higher power to overcome your addiction. Whether you’re completing an alcohol rehab or a drug rehab program, we will strongly encourage you to attend 12-step meetings once you complete your addiction treatment program so you can continue to remain focused on the fact that you need help from your higher power to maintain your sobriety.
Tampa Area Churches, Temples, Mosques and Other Places of Worship
Are you ready to make the step toward exploring your spiritual side? After addiction treatment is over, Tampa is filled with churches from all denominations to attend. Here are some examples of the places of worship in the Tampa area:
Sanatan Mandir Tampa
Are you interested in learning more about the Hindu faith? You should consider attending a service at Sanatan Madir. The temple timings change throughout the week, so be sure to check ahead before you come to this temple.
Open Arms Church is an example of a place of worship that offers every person the opportunity to develop a closer relationship with God. You will always find a friendly face when you come for service.
Congregation Rodeph Sholom is one of the oldest synagogues in the Tampa area. With a history that spans more than 100 years, you are sure to feel a sense of welcome from the moment you arrive.
The Islamic faith is filled with teachings that can help you to develop a closeness with Allah that you may not have thought possible. It is viewed as one of the best mosques in Tampa.
The Islamic Community of Tampa will quickly provide you with a sense of community that is important as you continue to grow in your sobriety. A member of their community is usually available to speak with you seven days a week as early as 6 AM and as late as 11 PM.
The Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church has been a spiritual staple in the Tampa area for nearly 100 years. This church maintains services at least once every day of the week.
Any person that has gone through addiction can tell you that hope is always possible. House of Hope Church offers a service every Sunday that can help to keep you focused on your hope and recovery.
From the moment you come to Saint Joseph Catholic Church, you will instantly feel a sense of family. This church also features services in Spanish throughout the week.
Christ the King Catholic Church can provide you with a sense of genuine awe for the Catholic faith. When you hear their choir sing, it is something that you will not soon forget.
Regardless of your religious affiliation, you can count on the Legacy Healing Center team to provide you with the support you need to overcome your addiction. We pride ourselves on maintaining open and honest forms of communication with every client, which is why we encourage you to speak with us at any time about how you feel as you progress through your addiction treatment plan. If you come to a point where you’re interested in exploring your spirituality, we will always provide you with the time that you need to talk. Reach out to us today at 888.534.2295.
Medically Reviewed by:
Dr. Ash Bhatt MD. MRO
Quintuple board-certified physician and certified medical review officer (AAMRO) with 15+ years of experience treating addiction and mental health conditions. Read More…
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Valerie Puffenberger is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to her patients. Areas of specialty include: depress ion, anxiety, dual diagnosis. She possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with patients. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience,
Phyllis Rodriguez, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Phyllis Rodriguez is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong commitment to helping individuals reclaim their lives from addiction. With specialized training in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, she takes a holistic, compassionate approach to care.
Dr. Ash Bhatt, MD, MRO
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Ash Bhatt, MD, MRO is a quintuple board-certified physician and certified medical review officer (AAMRO) bringing over 15 years of experience treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Dr. Bhatt is board certified in Brain Injury Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Adult Psychiatry, and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry by the ABMS.
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