November 27, 2025 – “Happy Thanksgiving!”

Happy Thanksgiving from Come to the Table Ministry!

May your day be filled with gratitude, hope, and joy. From our table to yours, we are thankful for the opportunity to walk alongside you on the journey of recovery. Blessings to you and your loved ones!

This Black Friday, take advantage of an incredible opportunity to return to the Bridge to Intimacy Conference! Whether you’re bringing friends, your pastor, therapist, or others in your circle, this conference is the perfect setting to grow together in understanding intimacy and connection.

👉 How it works: Purchase a “Black Friday Special” Ticket for 10% Off!

Why attend as a group?

✔️ Gain fresh insights on navigating & MAINTAINING recovery together.

✔️ Deepen your connections with those you trust.

✔️ Create a supportive space for shared growth and healing.

Don’t miss this chance to invest in deeper relationships while saving BIG. Offer available for a limited time, so gather your group and register now!

🌟 Learn more and secure your tickets here: Maintaining the Bridge to Intimacy Conference

Get ready, Southern Maryland! The phenomenal DYNAMIC DUO of Dr. Barbara Steffens and Dr. Jake Porter are back again for another year and set to rock the house at the Maintaining the Bridge to Intimacy Conference: Hope and Healing After Betrayal!

Barbara Steffens, one of the founding voices of APSATS and a true pioneer in the field of betrayal trauma, joins forces with Jake Porter, a powerhouse and rockstar in the world of sex addiction recovery and Couples Centered Recovery Model™ . Together, they bring unmatched expertise, compassion, and tools for transformation.

This life-changing conference is for singles and married individuals looking to find hope and healing, whether you’re navigating betrayal, seeking stronger connections, or rebuilding intimacy. Don’t miss your chance to learn from these game-changers in the field!

📅 Mark your calendar for March 20-21st, 2026 and join us for a two-day conference that could change your life!!

ALL ABUSE IS PHYSICAL

New Research Alert: A recent study published in Sexuality Research and Social Policy (Sept 2024) sheds light on the serious health impacts of betrayal trauma on partners of those with compulsive sexual behaviors.

One finding that struck me: 100% of study participants reported adverse health effects, though the types and severity varied. Here are some impacts they faced:

• poor sleep,
• migraines,
• dissociation,
• eating disorders,
• weight fluctuations
• autoimmune issues,
• hair loss,
• self-harm,
• suicidal thoughts,
• increased medication use,
• Impaired movement, and/or
• sexually transmitted diseases.

This study highlights the need for early medical intervention and specialized care to address the physical toll betrayal trauma can take.

📖 Full study citation: Seyed Aghamiri, F., Luetz, J., & Hills, K. (2024). The Lived Experiences and Well-Being of Female Partners Following Discovery or Disclosure of Their Male Partner’s Compulsive Sexual Behaviours: An Australian Phenomenological Study. Sexuality Research and Social Policy, 1-28. DOI: 10.1007/s13178-024-01043-x.

Tom Weaver 443-752-2795 / tom@tableministry.com

Certified AASAT Coach, PSAP, ERCEM Specialist, APSATS-BTRL

Intensive Certified | Polygraph Verified | Certified Disclosure Guide

Michele Weaver 717-940-6812 / michele@tableministry.com

Certified AASAT Coach, PSAP, APSATS Trained & ERCEM Specialist,

Intensive Certified | Certified Disclosure Guide

Faith Bible Church, Mechanicsville, MD

November 27, 2025, Volume 126