Modeled after the customs and group dynamics of alcoholics anonymous meetings, these meetings allow participants to practice the christian disciplines of confession, testimony and prayer in a safe and confidential environment. As a result, participants often arent sure of the purpose of the meeting, the products to be produced, why the meeting is beneficial, or why the meeting should be important to them. In keeping with our singleness of purpose and our third tradition which states that the only requirement for a. Open meetings are available to anyone nonalcoholics can attend as observers.
Most aa and other 12step recovery meetings bill themselves as either open or closed. You may join the meetings monday through friday by computer, smartphone app, or by calling in on a phone. Open meetings as the term suggests, meetings of this type are open to alcoholics and their families and to anyone interested in solving a personal drinking problem or helping someone else to solve such a. As the term suggests, meetings of this type are open to alcoholics and their families and to anyone interested in solving a personal drinking problem or helping. Can we open this meeting with a moment of silence for the addict who still suffers, followed by the we version of the serenity prayer. Generally, open meetings are open to the public, while closed meetings are restricted to aa members only, or to those who have a desire to stop drinking. Learn about aa welcome to, the official website for houston intergroup association. Bridge to recovery is an online open alcoholics anonymous zoom meeting during the closures due to the coronavirus. As singleness of purpose, attendance at closed meetings is limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking.
Mission statement the niagara district intergroup website seeks to provide aa members and the general public with timely and useful information on aa events, meetings and services in districts 12 and, and on the broader aa community via links to area 86 and aa world services websites. They describe their experiences with alcohol, how they came to a. Here is a list of frequently asked questions faq which deal specifically with the challenges that come with starting secular aa meetings. Aa is explicit that those who can drink normally should attend open meetings. As of 03192020 by executive order of the kentucky governor all meeting and social gatherings in the state of kentucky are prohibited to aid in the prevention of the spread of covid19. Each group has but one primary purposeto carry its message to the alcoholic who still suffers. Alanon, the family support group offshoot of alcoholics anonymous, is a 12step program for those who live with alcoholism in their home. Would all who care to please join me in opening with a moment of silence for those who are still sick and suffering, both in and out of the rooms, followed by the serenity prayer. Can we open this meeting with a moment of silence for the addict who still suffers, followed by the we version of the serenity prayer is there anyone here attending their first na meeting, or this meeting.
Double sided printed on blue card and matte laminated. Let us open the meeting with a moment of silence to do with as. Alcoholics anonymous an open meeting 1188 words 5 pages. No last names of aa members will be used on this website, including email addresses with last names.
The 1987 general service conference made this statement available as an a. In spite of the great increase in the size and span of this fellowship, at its core it remains. We are glad you are all hereespecially the newcomers. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Intergroup supports nearly 2,500 meetings per week with schedules, newcomer information, support services, chips and literature, volunteer opportunities and more. Open meetings are open to the public while closed meetings are for members onlyhowever, each programs guidelines define who counts as a member. Welcome to alcoholics anonymous, this is an open meeting of alcoholics anonymous.
I could use some advice and experience about who can share at an open meeting, in terms of accumulated tradition. Alcoholics anonymous bill wilson singleness of purpose 1957 bill wilson singleness of purpose 1957 what is a. Suggested meeting format as adapted from alanon world. Home las vegas central office for alcoholics anonymous. Alanon opening statement stresses improving family life. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety. For your information below is a list of printable documents to use in your aa meetings. Service committees treatment committees primary purpose statement card f17 primary purpose statement card printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the a.
About aa meetings alcoholics anonymous great britain. Online aa meetings 12 step online is a safe place for people to find strength, healing and recovery through working the 12 steps as outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This article was generated by the world service board of trustees in august 1987 in response to the needs of the fellowship. Welcome to a growing community of motivated individuals who will support and inspire you along your journey. This document isnt in any way meant to dictate the format of any aa group. Apparently there is a person who has stopped attending the aa meeting i go to because she is not an alcoholic. Yet, here i am, as a member of alcoholics anonymous, many years sober. Silkworth the baltimore origins aa anonymity statement anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions. Hello, we are an alcoholics anonymous aa group online, nice to meet you. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
What is the difference between open and closed aa meetings. Closed 12step meetings alcoholics anonymous, alanon family groups, and adult children of alcoholics meetings are generally closed meetings unless otherwise stated. Alcoholics anonymous meeting essay 804 words bartleby. Let us open the meeting with a moment of silence to do with as you wish followed by the serenity prayer. I am passionate about this because i love this group. God, grant me the serenity to accept the things i cannot. The area 26 website will be diligent about protecting the anonymity of all aa members. Aa blue card aa coins uk sobreity medallions uk aa. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend this meeting. This is the horror and hopelessness of being an alcoholic. The opening statement that announces whether it is a closed or open meeting. I just say hi, my name is gail and i am an alcoholic. Attendance is restricted to those who have a desire to stop drinking.
Alcoholics anonymous bill wilson singleness of purpose. I hope you understand that what i am about to say isnt personal. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend. Alcoholics anonymous an open meeting dominique steinburg describes mutual aid as a process through which people develop collaborative, supportive, and trustworthy relationships. Aa big book aa big book singleness of purpose closed meeting open meeting alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr.
Is there anyone here attending their first na meeting, or this meeting for the first time. General service office, box 459, grand central station, new york, ny 10163. Finally, dont forget to complete the new secular aa meeting form on the secular aa website, which lists all of the secular aa groups and meetings worldwide. So, feel free to edit our text to suit your groups needs, if. Suggested open meeting format alcoholics anonymous. The opening or welcome statement is usually read at the start of every meeting as a way to welcome newcomers and remind other group participants why the group exists. Time distance meeting location address region district types. F17 primary purpose statement card alcoholics anonymous. I am a recovered alcoholic but do not introduce myself as such when i start to share because the statement seems to ruffle feathers at any meetings.
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