Six young people holding letters that spell FUTURE.

The Landing (Grades 6–12)

Your Family In The Making

The Landing is a Christian-based teen recovery and support program that provides a safe, faith-centered environment for adolescents struggling with life’s challenges, addictive behaviors, and emotional pain. It operates as the youth counterpart to Celebrate Recovery, offering a structured pathway toward healing and personal growth.

Our Mission and Approach

The Landing’s mission is to help young people find freedom and hope through a relationship with Christ while addressing issues such as substance misuse, depression, anger, anxiety, and family conflict. Its framework mirrors the Celebrate Recovery model, translating its biblical principles into language and topics accessible to teens. Meetings often include worship, life lessons, discussion groups, and peer support guided by trained adult leaders.

Older man mentoring a younger man. Titus 2:2: Likewise, teach the older men to be temperate, worthy of respect, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love and in endurance.

About The Landing

Key facts

  • Affiliation: Part of the Celebrate Recovery ministry network
  • Target group: The Landing (Grades 6–12)
  • Focus areas: Recovery from hurts, habits, and hang-ups
  • Format: Weekly small groups, worship, and teaching sessions
  • Curriculum: Adapted from Celebrate Recovery’s 8 principles and 12 steps
A hiker helping a younger person climb. Then they can urge the younger… Titus 2:4.

Program Structure


Each weekly session generally follows a consistent structure:


1.    Gathering and Worship: Teens come together for music, prayer, and an introductory message.
2.    Teaching or Testimony: Biblical lessons or personal stories illustrate principles of recovery and resilience.
3.    Small Groups: Gender- and age-specific breakout groups provide a confidential space for reflection and accountability.
 

Impact and Reach

The Landing is hosted by churches across the United States, often as part of youth ministry outreach. It aims to equip participants with emotional tools, spiritual insight, and community support to make healthier choices and build lasting recovery. Many graduates transition into adult Celebrate Recovery groups, ensuring continuity of care and mentorship.

A woman and girl reading together. Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled… older women likewise… so that they may encourage the young. Titus 2:2–6.
Adult and child looking toward the horizon. Psalm 78:4: We will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, His power, and the wonders He has done.
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