Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either. All listed meetings are on hold until member safety is assured. Many of the cancelled meetings have moved online for now. This web site is an unofficial aa web site provided by a. National big book meeting covina zoom archives baltimore, md. Aa central office greater baton rouge area central office. Alcoholics anonymous rule 62 bronze medallion a vision. We are responsible to the member groups we serve, and we adhere to the practice and spirit of aas three legacies of recovery, unity, and service. Rules in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. Aa never opened the gates of heaven to let me in, aa did open the gates of hell to let me out. On page 2 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, bill w. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
The volunteers at ny had no idea on how to run a large facility or what to say to this group about their rules. It was listed as alcoholics anonymous harbor district. Aa rule 62 telephone meeting we have entered the world. The story of rule 62 the story is described in alcoholics anonymous book the twelve step and the twelve traditions known in aa as the 12 and 12. Rule in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12.
In 1950, central office had it first location on molino avenue. The big book, alcoholics anonymous some groups discuss one chapter from the big book each week. Monday thru friday is a big book study, saturday and sunday is a came to believe book study. In trying to make these arrangements our actor may sometimes be quite virtuous. Brought to you by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. This months special section features stories by aa members about emotional sobriety. It is well known that some primates have different calls for different types of danger one for eagle another or snake etc. Alcoholics anonymous the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions, the latter explaining aas fundamental principles in depth. The purpose of this information is to facilitate the facetoface meetings of still suffering alcoholics with those in recovery and to provide information and resources for. How it works taken from alcoholics anonymous big book pages 6063 being convinced, we were at step three, which is that we decided to turn our will an how it works big book pgs. Whatever our protestations, are not most of us concerned with ourselves, our resentments, or our selfpity. The long heard rule 62 story probably came about as a result of all of these. Once the card was unfolded, a single pungent sentence leaped to the eye.
Meeting schedule district 0490 all meeting are cancelled. You think he ought to know the subject better, as everyone should have a clear understanding of the risk he takes if he drinks. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. If you are interested in information from the area north of the salmon river or in the pacific time zone please visit the area 92 web site. If you or a loved one may have a problem with drinking, youve come to the right place. Here are the steps we took, which are suggested as a program of recovery. It is nonprofessional, selfsupporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. District 32 western waukesha county 4147719119 printer friendly page sunday. The primary purpose of this web site is to provide general information about alcoholics anonymous and about cape atlantic intergroup. Welcome to the greater baton rouge aa central office website.
Suggested topics for aa discussion meetings september, 2011. The story of rule 62 aa history alcoholics anonymous. Cogfs primary purpose is to assist aa groups in central and southeastern ohio in carrying the alcoholics anonymous message to those who still suffer from alcoholism. Big book meeting, discussion, hearing impaired, online, open, step meeting, temporary closure, wheelchair access 7. When a rules committee was formed to discuss a huge list of rules the founding members had come up with, this man suggested that no rules were necessary for aa, because alcoholics never follow rules anyways. We provide these in an effort to serve aa groups in the community. Alcoholics anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. Big book rule 62 meeting alcoholics anonymous general. Aaa is not a fellowship if indeed that is what it is that i am able to appreciate or to contribute to in a positive. The march twenty 20 issue of the aa grapevine magazine is here. The realization that we can have fun in sobriety doesnt always dawn on us when we first get clean. Please continue to check back here often to check the status of. Alcoholics anonymous rule 62 bronze medallion with dont take yourself too damn seriously on the back. When taking such a journey through the 12 step recovery program and then moving forward with life, carrying a momento of the process and a dedication to continued success can often give one great strength.
To try to resolve their differences, they sent a copy of their 61 rules to the ny office of aa. The historical role of intergroups in aa aa agnostica. Locations include big bookstep, group one and rule 62 big book study. In addition, there are drug and alcohol treatment centers in 97305. Aa meetings are great for not only maintaining sobriety, but also for fostering trusting relationships with other attendees. By 1960 there were 62 groups registered and to date 756 meetings have registered with central office.
The story is described in alcoholics anonymous book the twelve step and the twelve traditions known in aa as the 12 and 12. Another possible theory of humor is that it is a communication system left over from the days when humans were more primitive. There are no age or education requirements, no dues or fees, and aa is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution. Turn right onto brookwood drive then turn right onto lake powell rd. The alcoholics anonymous fellowship a network of recovering men and women from all walks of life. Aa meetings in salem by zip 97305 alcoholics anonymous. Aa slogans and quotes that will blow tour mind away.
Friday night big book at the va hospital saturday serenity at st. In 1952 there were 52 registered groups using the services of central office. In the big bookthe central text of aa that outlines the programthe 12 steps are defined as a set of principles, spiritual in nature, when. We meet online using a a discussion forum df aka message board. Tell him you have been worried, though perhaps needlessly. Largest collection of aa slogans and quotes found on the web, one day at a time. Aa 12 step recovery medallions sobriety chips and coins. They figured the town needed a great big alcoholic cen ter, a kind of pilot plant. Online intergroup alcoholics anonymous online aa groups. While the journey to recovery can begin in an instance, we know that it lasts for a lifetime.
Broward county intergroup serving alcoholics anonymous. Aa recovery quotes and slogans bluidkiti sober recovery. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatment aa facility. Alcoholics anonymous page 62 if the rest of the world would only behave. Linking to another service or committee is in no way an endorsement by broward county intergroup, inc. Nc district 22 of alcoholics anonymous nc district 24 of alcoholics anonymous nc district 33 of alcoholics anonymous north carolina conference of young people in alcoholics anonymous piedmont triad young people in alcoholics anonymous technology in aa online community the way out big book study group.
Area 18 covers the area of idaho south of the salmon river. Rule 62 was created by a founding member of aa who scoffed at the idea of an alcoholics anonymous with rules. P59 aa big book alcoholic anonymous gone through step 8 list. Rule 62 is a book study that takes place 7 days a week. Moreover, it had performed a great service for alcoholics anonymous, because. While they were discussing it, another message from the group was delivered saying simply. Meeting search visit resources for other areas schedules. This is found on page 148 of the book twelve steps and twelve traditions published by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. We asked his protection and care with complete abandon. Pauls catholic school saturday butler group of aa red door at st. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatmentaa. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. Click image to go to the virus update page for info, changes and online resources cancellations the following groups have suspended meetings until further notice, these decisions have been made by group conscious or by directives from the facilities that they meet at.
Alcoholics anonymous publishes several books, reports, pamphlets, and other media, including a periodical known as the aa grapevine. Search results legend click on a meeting name for more information. C meeting closed to aa members only bb big book or 12x12 study wm womens or mens meeting wc wheelchair accessible. Big book, closed, location temporarily closed, online meeting, women. Abq aa home santa fe aa nm aa meetings events support resources contact us all right reserved 2019 proudly powered by wordpress. Alcoholics anonymous learn about the 12 steps of aa. Coming into recovery, i had the mistaken idea that i was signing off on a life sentence dooming me to a future of musty wooden cellars filled with cigarette. 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. The consumption of alcohol may make you think you are whispering when you are not. Park central presbyterian church, 504 e fayette st, 202, free parking across the street, tue big book. The site is no longer maintained, but you can access it here. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Byobb line by line big book study thursday speaker for 1 hour and discussion 30 minutes saturday. Meeting schedule aa central new york district 0490.
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