It also has speakers for download, and all its speakers have done the steps out of the big book, the other site now features speakers who. A big book step study retreat will be held august 1820, 2017, at camp lazarus near columbus. We are looking at adopting a new format for some of our meetings, it is called the hyannis format and is based on a format developed in hyannis, massachusetts by some recovered alcoholics. We believe the development of the human spirit is critical to a successful and fulfilling life. The program also includes presentations and practical application of steps. My home group is the conway big book step study group.
Our first online video conference big book study was quite a success. Francis episcopal church 400 new market road dunellen. Alcoholic selftest using the big book this study of. Concord big book step study anniversary celebrated every october. Welcome to big book revealed a site dedicated to the process of recovery as outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous.
Listing does not constitute endorsement or approval of the meeting by cer. The big book study our chief responsibility to the. 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. My name is stephanie and i will be your facilitatorsponsor. Although i came into the halls in 2004 my sober date is august 2006, sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. If they havent done the steps that way or they arent sure, we ask that they be openminded enough to listen. Learn more fa iconlongarrowright the retreat is a supportive, educational recovery program and is not a substitute for psychotherapy. Sep 05, 2008 ago, i started attending the big book step study meetings, and after two years had finished writing my fourth step, gave it away to my sponsor, and started making my amends. Big book step study groups ask that people share their experience with the steps as they are laid out in our basic text. The following is a suggested format for a big book step study meeting with emphasis on the fourth step.
Big book step study retreat aug 1820 area 53 general service. World directory of primary purpose groups big book study for a. For further study, it is suggested that you get a copy of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Since the first one held in asheville in 2004, the program of the big book step study convention established by members of alcoholics anonymous has relied on strong speakers to connect their own experience of working the twelve steps to our basic text. A list, and look, at the big book step study bbss meetings. It has the most up to date meetings and announcements.
Starting early in service work, i served as cochair for the 2007 northeast women to women conference at bretton woods. The program also includes presentations and practical application of steps one eight and the principles that support the 12 steps. Read it now enter your mobile number or email address below and well send. The individual sections of this study guide material reflect ideas, emotions and attitudes you might hear from the. This steps by the big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. Some didnt make it to all sessions and were disappointed that recording wouldnt be available.
Discover and book the best yoga retreats and yoga teacher trainings on the planet. This is an opportunity for people who follow the 12 step program to gather and focus on their spiritual lives and share their struggles and joys in a safe and respectful context. Does anyone else on the forum here follow the official big book step study hyannis format. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described. Four spiritual activities and the twelve steps as they were taken during the. An unofficial guide to the twelve steps, edited by dr. Most mornings at taylor made retreat start out with a two hour aa big book study group of alcoholics anonymous, the so called big book. 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. If you are looking for a quiet, reflective and nourishing retreat space, you will love our mciver center. Cultivating a yoga practice that works for you takes quite a bit of dedication and hard work. It also has speakers for download, and all its speakers have done the steps out of the big book, the other site now features speakers who have used the joe and charlie tapes. Listen to sessions of herb ks big book workshop online or download to.
To register for one of our retreats, please click here or call 9524472182 today. The chair usually has a very kind interaction with the person then moves on to the next person. I thought itd be nice to have a place on this forum to meet others from around the country who follow the steps exactly as theyre written in the book alcoholics anonymous. Sex and love addicts anonymous is a new england based 12step program helping those suffering from addiction to sex, porn, love, and relationships. 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. 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. If you find any inconsistencies or you know of a meeting change, you can email us here. My thinking and life changed so dramatically from doing this work, knew my purpose in. The hyannis format page also contains a bit of history about how and why bbss came into being. A good chairperson will kindly ask if the person has been through the steps with a big book step study sponsor. Its not about being sponsoredits about sponsoring others that is a predictor.
You can also hear the recordings of the all addictions 12step study workshop meetings by clicking on 12step study workshop above, and the big book study can be heard by clicking on big book study above. The big book conducted by earl h part 6 of 6 workshop. Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord nhbbss. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program home. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook for. Coming to the decision to embark on the next step as a yogi is a big deal, and so your training should reflect that. An unofficial alcoholics anonymous podcast featuring aa speaker meetings and workshops. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous. Big book step study hyannis format the primary purpose group. They usually say no or theyre a little confused and not sure which means they havent. The core of our program is an indepth study of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Enjoy the wilson house and explore the 12 steps from a buddhist perspective. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps.
The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa. If you wish to be contacted please fill out the form below and click submit. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa wilson, bill, silkworth, william, bob, dr. Helping others newcomers is the foundation stone of your recovery. You can discover and book every yoga retreat under the sun. This brochure describes presentations, workshops, and retreats that will support your mission of. This is a 15week rotation of the readings that most big big step study groups use.
Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12. If one says that he has done so, he should demonstrate it by speaking on the step directly and accurately. The tuesday night reading pa meeting has a new location. 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. The aa big book intensive weekend has two huge benefits. Lodging at the wilson house is separate book online now.
Our notes, commentary, and genderinclusive changes are formatted in italics. Cers aa online meeting listing service lists english language aa online meetings in the central european time cet and central european summer time cest zone on our website. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. Aa conventions conferences roundups aa events big book study. 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. Interactive big book based question answer comment format of all 12 steps and 12 traditions encourages instructive exchange of insights on the clearcut. Aa conventions aa conferences aa roundups aa events 12 step 4th step big book study workshops retreats. As the nations leading nonprofit provider of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults and youth, the foundation has 17 locations nationwide and collaborates with an expansive network throughout health care. List of big book step study bbss groups in the united states hyannis format meeting schedule. Big book study guides for aa anonymous, alcoholics on. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. One united church of christ, 1730 new holland rd, shillington, pa 19607. We are individuals recovering from compulsive overeating through the 12 steps of overeaters anonymous and the teaching and practice outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This was the impetus for a group of us to begin a new retreat for women in recovery to be held in a place where we could be close to.
The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program. Bb stories third and fourth editions the complete series, all to be posted in the big book category of continue reading dons favorite bb quotes part 3 december 17, 2017. Quotations from alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions are with permission of a. In these workshops he leads discussion and reflection to help attendees work through the 12 steps. Big book step study workshop all addictions step study. Big book recovered alcoholics anonymous retreat group. From helping you find the perfect retreat to taking care of you when things go wrong, we. Video webcast of a big book study and step four workshop may 1820, 2018. The hazelden betty ford foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs. This page contains notes and handouts for the 12 step big book workshop on aas 12 steps, as presented by dallas b. Many attend with their sponsor, or involve their sponsor in the process. Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord.
As a result of the application of the twelve steps as contained precisely in the big book of alcoholics anonymous, he experienced a profound spiritual awakening in 1988. Big book step study links newington, nh big book step study website. I will be going through the big book of alcoholics anonymous line by line, paragraph by paragraph. 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. The only requirements are to show up, to study the big book and to practice the steps. It provides certain details not available in other podcasts. It was both transcribed by tape and also from his personal writings. 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. Some of our newer guests were working on their first step, we admitted that we. This does not imply either approval of or endorsement by this organization which, i understand, feels alcoholics. Our facility provides an environment that supports this development. The complete series, all to be posted in the big continue reading. I am originally from the metrowest region of massachusetts but have called the mt washington valley of n.
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