Struggling with addictions, anxiety, anger, or past hurts that keep you stuck? Re:generation is a year-long, 12-step discipleship and recovery ministry created by Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas, designed to help anyone find lasting freedom through Scripture, authentic community, and daily connection with God.^1
Participants begin with a "Groundwork" group before moving into closed small groups of men or women, working through daily curriculum packed with nearly 900 Scripture passages covering topics like identity in Christ, repentance, forgiveness, and making amends.^2 The workbooks guide 30 minutes of daily personal reflection, and weekly gatherings include large-group teaching and testimony followed by honest small-group discussion.^3
What makes Re:generation stand out among Christian recovery programs is its insistence that this isn't just recovery — it's discipleship. The ministry addresses 117 different struggles, from substance abuse and pornography to codependency, fear, people-pleasing, and past trauma. As one church leader put it: "Sobriety from addiction or behaviors is not the goal; it's just a road marker on the journey toward full devotion to Christ."^4
Why Christians Love It"Re:generation radically changed my discipleship strategy and has given me a more effective pathway for people to receive healing and freedom in Christ." — Mark Davis, Care & Connections Pastor, CityView Bible Church^4
"I see re:generation blessing not just this generation but generations to come in our congregation. People are taking next steps with Jesus that will influence their children and their grandchildren. We've seen marriages restored, purity pursued, and the chains of painful addictions broken." — Sean, Pastor and Ministry Leader^2
"More people recommended re:generation to me than I ever thought was possible. It has changed the lives of thousands — and will surely do the same for you." — Garrett Wikle^3
Notable- Born out of Watermark Community Church's recovery ministry (est. 2002); new curriculum launched 2013, began expanding to other churches in 2014^1
- Now active in 207+ locations across the U.S. and used by 300+ churches and organizations^5
- Free to attend — workbooks cost approximately $55–$75 total over the year-long journey^1
- Featured in Christian Standard as a recovery ministry model that "works" for churches of all sizes^2
- Watermark hosts an annual Re:generation Training Conference for church leaders looking to adopt the program^4
- Also available in Spanish (En Español) at select locations^5
