Celebrating Recovery, Honoring Life and Embracing Change

September is a sacred and celebratory time in our community. It’s National Recovery Month, and we proudly join people across the country in shining a light on the power of recovery and the lives being transformed every day. It’s also Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, reminding us to slow down, speak up, and hold space for those still in pain. 

At Rise Up Recovery, we believe these observances are deeply intertwined—because hope and healing go hand in hand, and when people feel seen, supported, and valued, anything is possible. 

And as summer fades and we enter a new season, we also embrace the beauty of fall—a time of change, reflection, and fresh beginnings. 

Join Us for the 5th Annual Recovery Roast – September 10 

We’re kicking off Recovery Month with one of our favorite traditions—our 5th Annual Recovery Roast at Levee Park in Hastings on Tuesday, September 10th from 4:30 pm-7:30 pm! 

🟣 What to Expect: 

• Free Food 

• Live Music 

• Family-Friendly Activities 

• Testimonies of Transformation 

• Powerful Moments of Joy and Hope 

  
  

This event brings together people in recovery, their loved ones, community supporters, and anyone who believes that healing is possible. Each testimony shared is a reminder that recovery isn’t rare—it’s real, and it’s happening here in our community every single day. 

“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story…” – Psalm 107:2 

We hope you’ll join us as we laugh, eat, share, and celebrate the freedom found in recovery. Come for the food. Stay for the music. Leave with hope. 🍂 

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: You Are Not Alone 

While September brings celebration, it also brings reflection. Suicide Prevention Awareness Month calls us to remember those we’ve lost and to fight for those still struggling. 

We know that substance use and mental health challenges often go hand in hand—and at Rise Up Recovery, we are committed to creating safe, judgment-free spaces where people feel heard, valued, and supported long before they reach a crisis point. 

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 

This month, let’s be present. Let’s reach out. Let’s speak life and hope to those who feel unseen. Recovery is not only possible—it’s probable when compassion leads the way. 

The Beauty of Fall: A Season of Change 

There’s something magical about September in Minnesota. The air turns crisp. The leaves start to change. School buses roll out. Apple orchards open. And kitchens start to smell like cinnamon, coffee, and warm apple crisp. 

Fall reminds us that change is natural and that letting go can lead to something even more beautiful. Just like the trees release their leaves, people in recovery begin to shed shame, fear, and the weight of the past. In its place grows dignity, strength, and new life. 

“To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 

We honor the start of the school year, the shifting of routines, and the sacred work of beginning again. Whether you're a student, a parent, a professional, or simply navigating life’s transitions—we invite you to walk this season with intention, joy, and hope. 

This September, let’s celebrate the victories, remember the losses, and keep moving forward with hope, honesty, and community. 

Together, we are Redeeming Lives and Restoring Dignity—and we hope to see you at the Recovery Roast to celebrate the journey. 

With gratitude and hope, The Rise Up Recovery Team