Last updated October 19, 2026

Prodigal Child Ministries speaks to churches, small groups, and community organizations about what families face when a child is struggling with addiction or a mental health condition, and how a community can help.

Every congregation has parents carrying this quietly. Hearing from people who have lived it can open the door for them to ask for help.

Topics we can speak on

• Our story: Pacer and Julie Cordry share what it has been like to love a child through addiction and a mental health condition, and what has helped them.

• How your church can support struggling families: what to say, what not to say, and how to make it safe for parents to ask for help.

• What parents should know about today's drug risks: a plain-language look at the substances young people encounter today. See our Drug Trends page →

• Free help for families: an overview of PCM's support groups, Wisdom in the Waiting speaker series, and weekend retreats.

Talks can be shaped to fit a Sunday school class, a small group, a staff or ministry team, or a community event.

How to request a speaker

Email info@prodigalchildministries.org or call 678-878-8324 and include:

• The name of your church or organization

• The date and time you have in mind

• Who will be in the audience and about how many people

• The topic you are most interested in

We will follow up to talk through the details.