New hampshire aa big book step study meetings concord nhbbss. This is an aa big book study that meets by skype every wednesday at 8pmcet 2pmestus. As we enter into yet another new year, its hard not to look back at what has taken place over 2018. This is an aa alanon retreat put on by aas and alanons for aas and alanons.
This desire gave birth to the primary purpose group of alcoholics anonymous of dallas, texas, in january, 1988. These groups study and practice the experience and knowledge outlined in the text book, alcoholics anonymous as of august 2015. 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 alcoholics. Big book step study retreat aug 1820 area 53 general service. Click here to subscribe to the pipeline email newsletter to make sure you dont miss an issue. The steps by the big book workbook can be downloaded for free. The big book study guide helps us to examine the contents of virtually every sentence in the original text of the big book. This site is neither endorsed nor approved by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Learn more fa iconlongarrowright the retreat is a supportive, educational recovery program and is not a substitute for psychotherapy. We also must give thanks to a great lady, londa, who took time from. So, to all the present and past members of this group goes thanks for their interest and participation. Jul 04, 2018 find meetings with the meeting finder app.
A list, and look, at the big book step study bbss meetings. Alcoholics anonymous, commonly called the big book, is an attempt to collect and codify all knowledge gained by the new fellowships. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps. The primary purpose group of alcoholics anonymous of dallas, texas, in january, 1988. Family program suspended 55plus book group 52 ways suspended elder aa group. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. In a friendly, focused group of sponsors, sponsees, and others in recovery, we study and practice the 12 steps as they were originally described in the text, alcoholics anonymous. Concord big book step study anniversary celebrated every october.
The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. S we work the fi rst nine steps, we prepare ourselves for the adventure of a new life. This is a new powerful tool in your tool kit to use in working with others by having the option and the honor to be a cofacilitator doing the aa big book intensive weekend after you have participated in one or two of these recovery weekends. The big book with charlie and joe will change your life. Two study guides for the big book of alcoholics anonymous the first study guide has a summary of each book and then hundreds of follow up questions to answer and add sobriety notes. Retreats are based upon the spirituality of alcoholics anonymous aa and the 12step program. Alcoholics anonymous retreats st francis retreat and. Click the down arrow on retreat type to view available dates. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. Suspended elder aa group big book study friday, april 17. Sponsors bring your babies and babies bring your sponsors and made sure everyone brings their big book.
We are not affiliated with any twelve step fellowship. Aa big book with questions for discussion hi everyone. Reservation in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. Alcoholic anonymous retreats are held over a weekend, and devote time for spirituality in recovery from alcoholism. This is the book for the serious student of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. The purpose of this meeting is to learn from the big book how to improve how we each work the 12 steps. This is an all addictions big book step study workshop.
The format has been handed down since the late 40s. South west rocks wednesday big book study 1st birthday. The only requirements are to show up, to study the big book and to practice the steps. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. I am a prolific note taker, so the note pages are perfect for me. Wednesday manchester big book step study st paul methodist church 335 smyth rd 7. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. Alcoholics anonymous, book by anonymous anonymous paperback.
Share this page with friends to help more people learn about it. Big book recovered alcoholics anonymous retreat group. Nov 07, 2014 two study guides for the big book of alcoholics anonymous the first study guide has a summary of each book and then hundreds of follow up questions to answer and add sobriety notes. The purpose of this study guide is to enable the student to better understand the information the authors of the book, alcoholics anonymous, intended to impart to each of us based on their experience and knowledge of alcoholism and. During any such meeting to study the aa big book, you would expect to encounter a wide variety of viewpoints on the portions under consideration. Retreat in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12.
Its sole purpose is to deliver a spiritual experience by uncovering, discovering and discarding latent inherent truths within the individual alcoholic in a group or with another recovered alcoholic. Big book step study links newington, nh big book step study website. Thanks for being a part of the the big book of alcoholics anonymous community. Balances if any are due upon arrival and can be fulfilled by cash, check or major credit cards. The sole purpose of this workshop is to study and experience the steps as they are laid out in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. What percentage of those approached by this man will become fellows of alcoholics anonymous. The big book of alcoholics anonymous home facebook.
It is directly across from the uso wounded warrior facility. Recovering hope 2nd wednesday night meeting april 8 the gathering with roger b 3rd wednesday night meeting march 18 women in recovery 4th wednesday night meeting march 25 women in recovery book club meetings in st. Reservation in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Littleton big book step study first congregational church 189 main st 7. New hampshire aa big book step study meetings concord. The individual sections of this study guide material reflect ideas, emotions and attitudes you might hear from the mouth of that old timer over in the corner. Why would bill capitalize the word fellowship here and not anywhere else in the big book. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of. Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional. If you wish to be contacted please fill out the form below and click submit. Breakfast club 3rd thursday morning meeting meets at university club march 19. I would like to get some literature and information for our revere, ma all addiction big book step study group. You may find the complete text on the official web site of alcoholics anonymou. Dec 18, 2008 this is an all addictions big book step study workshop.
Bbq and visiting speakers from al anon for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. These retreats bring together a group of recovering alcoholics in a setting that promotes fellowship and sharing throughout the weekend. This is the blue print of the 12 step recovery programs. We start together, we stay together, and we complete all twelve steps, together. Building 3752 is known as the mtd medical transient detachment building. Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. The primary purpose group big book study guide a study of the basic text for alcoholics anonymous.
Alcoholics anonymous 117 recovery program 99 12 steps of aa 74 alcoholism 68 aa big book 65 aa meetings 62 drugs adiction 49 family sober support 45 family recovery 45 recovery 41 chemical dependency 40 sober housing 31 12 traditions of aa 24 drug rehab 23 womens sober residential 22 12 step program 19 mens. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous. Twelve step retreats hazelden betty ford foundation. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aa s 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa.
The retreat is a residential recovery program offering an immersion in the. The purpose of this study guide is to enable the student to better understand the information the authors of the book, alcoholics anonymous, intended to impart to each of us based on their experience and knowledge of alcoholism and their program of recovery. Our program provides you with 12 step tools, guidance, and the peer support you need to build a rewarding new life. Presenters with longstanding sobriety will take you through the first eleven chapters of the aa big book, one chapter at a time. 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. Lodging at the wilson house is separate book online now. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976. Step study is an essential part of recovery for people in alanon. Of course, people turned away from us, bored or hurt. Mgm group big book steps study open recovery meeting. Join fellows for the august big book retreat in chicagoland. Retreat events calendar aa meetings upcoming events.
You may find the complete text on the official web site of alcoholics anonymous on this page you can discover what this book tells about. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol and drug dependency by providing affordable, effective educational services grounded in the twelve step principles of alcoholics anonymous. First published in 1939, alcoholics anonymous sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. Big book step study aa meetings turned out to be the antidote and balance to that weak aa message and group that dominated aa at the time. Steps by the big book step 2 steps by the big book. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12.
I am restored to sanity as a result of allowing something into my consciousness. Aa workshop using the big book alcoholics anonymous. Steps by the big book is a nocharge website for people in recovery from alcohol and drugs and other addictions who wish to study the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa as part of a friendly, focused group, and work them according to the big book, alcoholics anonymous. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. 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. All study society members and nonmembers are warmly invited to attend, although places are strictly limited to 16 residents and 5 nonresidents due to the capacity of the venue. Big book of alcoholics anonymous 11th step meditation. In addition to daily staff presentations on the twelve steps and big book, your time.
It is provided as a public service by district 20, south florida area 15 general service assembly of a. If men and women didnt exert themselves to be secure in their persons, made no effort to harvest food or construct shelter, there would be no survival. Our retreat directors are usually both a recovering alcoholic. Matt talbot retreats for recovery loyola jesuit center, morristown. Welcome to big book revealed a site dedicated to the process of recovery as outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous the big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. The core of our program is an indepth study of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Step four made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Our newsletter, the area 43 pipeline, is now distributed electronically.
The anonymous press study edition of alcoholics anonymous. But for me, its even harder not to look forward with plans and questions of. Download pamphlets and handouts to use in big book group sessions our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Alcoholics anonymousthe big bookhas served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Big book study aims to clarify aas textbook the tuesday night big book study at cotton tree is designed to increase participants understanding of the principles of aas 12 step program of recovery but is not designed to replace oneonone sponsorship. This site has been built and maintained to support anyone in recovery. The retreats timetested approach has helped thousands of individuals establish a solid foundation of recovery, grounded in the spiritual principles of alcoholics anonymous. Mar 01, 2020 we meet in the kitchen room downstairs. Now lets ponder the need for a list of the more glaring. Wednesday nashua big book 12 step study united methodist church 154 main st 7. It is obvious he is reasonably familiar with what is contained in the aa big book.
So, to all the present and past members of this group goes. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Step meeting an experienced aamember goes through all the twelve steps, along the big book, in 4 meetings the whole meeting in as many weeks. I cannot say enough good things about this book, or stress its importance enough if you are interested in working your 12 step program of recovery the way our founders did. We use only the big book the basic text of alcoholics anonymous. Blessings to all pastor bob the book is wonderful, but the lack of the real page numbers render it useless for sponsor or meeting work. The sydney retreat encourages you to explore your own spiritual meaning to life and we. While the stories in the second half of the book have been updatedwere up to the fourth editionthe pages with detailed descriptions about how the recovery program.
First written in 1939, the 4th edition was published in 2001. We do this work together to be recovered from alcoholism. It is meant to provide all the resources one needs to study the 12 steps as outlined in the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous. Step two is specifically designed for the mental obsession. Fintry retreats 2020 the next retreat will be from october 911. Please consider volunteering during the retreat click on this link for more information about volunteer opportunities. Our twelve step retreats focus on relapse prevention, meditation practices. Step four made a searching and fearless moral inventory. Bob, began writing the big book alcoholics anonymous in 1938 with the help of 100 early members. Existing subscribers will continue to receive their mailed copies until their current subscription runs out. Also, the big book is a text book, although written more like a novel, isnt meant to be read like one. Aa and alanon family group members to fellowship and share their experience working and living the 12steps as outlined in the big book.
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