The Basic Foundation
The following is an excerpt that was recently added to our SA Service Manual.
Experiencing the Twelve Promises
Through his program, God gave him the promises he never thought possible.
Who’s Responsible?
This series covers how vital each concept is for our world services to function. The “Twelve Concepts for World Service” were written by Bill W.
The Traditions Keep Us Together
She learned how the Traditions keep the group healthy and unified. When I started my recovery journey, my original home group met seven days a week, and we studied a Tradition every Wednesday.
The First Requirement for Step Three
The conviction that wrongdoers are very sick helps show their behavior is not personal. Page 60 of the AA Big Book states that the first requirement (for Step Three) is that we be convinced that any life run on self-will can hardly be a success.
My Three Legacies Compass
Practicing recovery, unity, and service daily set her on a course to a fulfilling new life.
Discussion Topic
In "The Traditions and Concepts are Vital Boundaries" article, this member describes how the Concepts protect her from strong personalities and how the Traditions protect the group from her strong personality.
Editor’s Corner
In this edition, we will explore the world of the Three Legacies. What are the Steps, Traditons, and Concepts, and how do they promise recovery, unity, and service? While each legacy is different, all three are equally important for individuals, groups, and SA as a whole. Members will share their experience, strength, and hope, which aims to shed light on this theme.
The Myths of Service in a Fellowship of Men and Women
Calling out the myths in service helps her to identify what is true. My sponsors taught me that service is essential to my recovery and that I cannot completely work the Steps without it.
Concept Three: Listen, Discern, Decide
His “right of decision” comes with the responsibility to listen to God and others before deciding.
