One of our members today testified of her experience with a similar program. Six years ago her son overdosed after an(other) unsuccessful stay in a recovery program, but, she testified of her gratitude to those that worked with him, and credited them for giving them additional time with their son. She testified of unconditional love and unrighteous judgment. That's obviously a thumbnail sketch of her testimony, but, needless to say was extremely powerful. The next member talked of his friendship with her son, and how he missed him too. They are close to the same age. He then testified of another very close friend (also about his age), who lost his young son to reoccurring cancer. He testified of his friend's strength, dignity & faith in his son's final hours. Another powerful testimony of love, faith and service.
I really love our ward for many reasons I won't share today. Different from any other ward we've been to in our 30 years of marriage.
I loved church so much today. The reminder of perspective is a powerful anecdote to self-pity.