MCRSP is a network of faith, peer and community organizations that restore and rebuild lives and families seeking recovery from substance use disorders through
Eastern Region Advocacy Day at the Capitol with the Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers. Thank you to our Eastern Region legislators for meeting with us and supporting recovery services across Missouri.
🩵💚 We are so grateful to our incredible MCRSP conference speakers who shared their knowledge, insights, and passion with all of us. Your time, talents, and energy helped bring our conference to life—thank you for making it such a memorable and inspiring experience!🙌
We are filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make the MCRSP Conference such a success! 💙 To our amazing volunteers—thank you for showing up with your time, energy, and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
The MCRSP Board participated in a leadership seminar at the Keeter Center in Branson, led by Dr. McCausland. Members gained valuable tools for effective governance, collaboration, and strengthening their shared vision for recovery across Missouri.
This week, MCRSP attended the Missouri Behavioral Health Conference! 💚💙 Andy Thomas & Christa Kiesling represented our coalition—sharing resources, answering questions, and highlighting recovery housing & peer support. Grateful for Missouri’s strong behavioral health community!
On Sept 3, MCRSP joined Iowa’s 3rd Annual Conference with Asst. Housing Director Jessica Amendt. Nearly 600 attended. Keynote: board member Bobbie Jo Reed, who inspired with her powerful story & wisdom.
On 08/31/2025, Recovery Lighthouse hosted an event for International Overdose Awareness Day at the Johnson County Courthouse. 💜 MCRSP attended with Andy Thomas hosting a booth to provide recovery resources. Grateful to be part of this impactful event.
We had an incredible time at the 2024 Missouri Tiered Supports Summit! 🌟 Our team was honored to host a booth at this impactful event, connecting with professionals and sharing resources.
We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 MCRSP Annual Conference!
📅 Date: September 12, 2025
📍 Location: The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks
1 Opportunity Ave, Point Lookout, MO 65726
💲 Registration: $40/person
🔗 Register at https://t.co/xYCFs25RLy
Our Executive Director, Brendon Steenbergen, recently visited Recovery Lighthouse, and met with Founder and Executive Director, Adriatik Likcani.
We’re honored to connect with member organizations like Recovery Lighthouse that are making a real difference in Missouri communities
Recovery Leadership Summit Day 3
MCRSP representatives connected with recovery leaders including Congressman Eric Burlison who represents Missouri District 7 in the southwest region & Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt's team to advocate for recovery support across Missouri & beyond
🌟 Day 2 at the Recovery Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.! 🌟
Our team—Brendon Steenbergen, Marsha Hawkins-Hourd, and Charles Stephenson—is deep in the work of connecting, learning, and leading alongside recovery advocates from across the nation.
Day 1 of the Recovery Leadership Summit!🌟
We’re excited to be part of this powerful gathering hosted by Faces & Voices of Recovery, bringing together recovery leaders and advocates from across the country.
We’re proud to have their voices at the table!
Recently, the Recovery Coalition of the Ozarks—our southwest regional affiliate—was honored to welcome Representative Betsy Fogle to their monthly meeting. Merna Eppick was able to engage with her about the impact of recovery support services in our communities.
MCRSP had a great time at the 2025 Spring Training Institute in Lake Ozark, MO. Our team shared MCRSP resources at our booth and connected with over 1,000 behavioral health professionals from across the state.
MCRSP was proud to sponsor the 17th Annual Missouri Mental Health Champions Banquet, hosted by MMHF on May 6. Congrats to Mike Rogers & Darla Bellflower on their SUD Champion nominations! Honored to stand with leaders driving recovery across Missouri.
🎧 Introducing MCRSP’s NEW Podcast: Recovery Out Loud! 🎉
Now streaming on Spotify! 💚
🎙️ Listen to Episode 1 now:
🔗 https://t.co/HoykNKwtUR
💬 Want to be featured in a future episode?
Email Brendon Steenbergen at:
📧 [email protected]
Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers was proud to host a booth at #MATCP2025!⭐️ Christa Kiesling, Andy Thomas, and Brendan Pasley represented our team, sharing valuable information about our mission to strengthen recovery support services in Missouri #RecoverySupport
Advocacy Day at the Capitol was a success! It was inspiring to come together and make our voices heard for the causes that matter most. A big thank you to Representative Black for taking the time to listen and support our efforts.