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. For oa members who want to thoroughly explore the big book from beginning to end we would be happy to have you join us. Big book bb open o step meeting 12 this meeting is open and anyone may attend. Step 9 made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when. Step meeting 12 this meeting is open and anyone may attend. Big book phone meeting big book step study workshop. 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. Big book step study hyannis format the primary purpose group. The individual sections of this study guide material reflect ideas, emotions and attitudes you might hear from the. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Big book step study is both a particular style of aa meeting as well as a philosophy about working the twelve steps precisely as they are laid out in the big book. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook.
Step 9 made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Bbss speakers on step four in accordance with the twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. For further study, it is suggested that you get a copy of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Experience has shown that teams are most successful when. Friday mattapoisett big book step study friends meeting house 103 marion rd, rt 6 7.
Step 5 we are going to change it up a little and post a big book study workshop that took place in 2011, each speaker is presenting for about an hour on one step. Click the about bbss tab to read how a longtime bbss member describes the qualifications and responsibilities of the chairperson and speaker, who are qualified to share, and details regarding the meeting format. Sunday, lynnfield, lynnfield big book step study, first lutheran church, 708 lowell st. Obbl2, sun, plymouth, big book step study, christ ch.
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. Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps. The first one or two meetings are organizational only. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood him, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the power to carry that out. Big book step study meetings of alcoholics anonymous as of 1. Big league politics americas new source for hardhitting.
List of big book step study bbss groups in the united states hyannis format meeting schedule for a schedule of bbss meetings. Wake up and smell the recovery na rear room 12 noon lunch bunch aa open discussion 3. New hampshire aa big book step study meetings concord nhbbss. Alcoholics anonymous, which earned the moniker the big book due to the unwieldy size of its first edition, was not used as a guide to recovery from alcoholism until some years after its publication in cleveland, where a member of the fellowship named clarence s. We are not experts on the big book of alcoholics anonymous. 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. Some of the most popular books for alcoholics, their friends and families, adult children of alcoholics, teens living with alcoholic parents, partners who have been diagnosed or who consider themselves codependent, as well as christians in recovery. Friday kingston big book step study vineyard christian fellowship church 8 hilltop ave 7.
Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord nhbbss. Big league politics americas new source for hardhitting investigative political journalism. Participants should have a copy of the big book, or a printed download see below, and the ability to highlight and take notes in the margins. Given current events we have moved to a virtual meeting only, until further notice. They work by being very structured and specific, providing clearcut directions on how to recover from the disease of alcoholism. The big book loop is a study group which has as its mission to provide an additional area of recovery and support to coes who appreciate the aabb,lovingly known as the big book.
This desire gave birth to the primary purpose group of alcoholics anonymous of dallas, texas, in january, 1988. 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. If they havent done the steps that way or they arent sure, we ask that they be openminded enough to listen. Step 4 big book step study step 4 turnarounds hi, im looking for replies from those who have done step 4 exactly as it is written in the big book. 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. Short breaks between sessions are for fellowship and endless coffee refills.
What we endeavor to do is share our experience working the 12steps from the book alcoholics anonymous. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. Big book step study all saints parish 1773 beacon st 7. Thanks for visiting please contact us with any suggestions, email. Quotations from alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions are with permission of a. Wednesday manchester big book step study st paul methodist church 335 smyth rd 7. Bbss meetings bbss groups and meetings are primarily found along the eastern seaboard of the united states. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described. This does not imply either approval of or endorsement by this organization which, i understand, feels alcoholics. In addition to the resources listed, we hope to have recordings of each session available in the near.
If one says that he has done so, he should demonstrate it by speaking on the step directly and accurately. This is important for your susccess in the program. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12. With the significance of data networks continually increasing within enterprises, it networking specialists are becoming more and more essential to ensure that business procedures run smoothly. Step 8 made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. The big book study guide helps us to examine the contents of virtually every sentence in the original text of the big book. Our notes, commentary, and genderinclusive changes are formatted in italics. Maybe thoroughly too, sincere, dedicated with the best of intentions, even line by line word by word with all the desperation of drowning men. An unofficial guide to the twelve steps, edited by dr.
Big book step study hyannis format 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. The daily noon est meetings are at the same phone number and pin at the night meeting. These panelstyle meetings will consider the challenges big book step study groups often. Bbss speakers on step eleven in accordance with the twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. Big book step study meetings use the speakerdiscussion format common to many aa meetings. Monday, south boston, big book step study, devine recovery center. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous. These people will work together as a group and will share their 4 th step inventories with someone who is familiar with the process. A meeting dedicated to studying those parts of the big book that will gain a more thorough understanding of a.
We also must give thanks to a great lady, londa, who took time from. The program of alcoholics anonymous is not an intellectual challenge. 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. The big book study our chief responsibility to 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. While the fourth step guide on pages 17 through 25 can be used by individuals working alone, the remainder of the unofficial guide to the twelve step was developed for use by a step study team. Alcoholism12 step support big book step study hyannis format does anyone else on the forum here follow the official big book step study hyannis format. A study guide for the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous. Just 1212 step and tradition meetings or big book study which skipped over the 12 steps to the stories. 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.
Bbss are a 15 week step rotation or cycle whereby the first 7 chapters of the big book of a. So, to all the present and past members of this group goes thanks for their interest and participation. Find someone in your area who has done the twelve steps as outlined in the big book to sponsor a group of people. This is the great news this book carries to those who suffer from alcoholism. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading a study guide for the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous. Littleton big book step study first congregational church 189 main st 7. Step 3 group 1 read page 44 of the book alcoholics anonymous, 4th ed. Bbss big book step study an approach to working the twelve steps as they are laid out in the big book alcoholics anonymous. This page was developed as a repository for the sponsorship and oa 12 step study resources that were mentioned in the how to sponsor series of workshops that ran for 12 weeks beginning in january, 2011. List of big book step study bbss groups in the united. This group covers about 2 to 3 pages from the big book each day and helps you work the steps. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aas 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. The following is a suggested format for a big book step study meeting with emphasis on the fourth step.
It is suggested that before the study is completed, each member completes steps 1 12. We take six or so paragraphs from the book addressing each step and provide a panel of speakers who share continue reading open, big book, step study. List of big book step study bbss groups in the united states. Step study outline and assignment sheets the following is a suggested assignment sheet and outlined for use by this step study workshop. I am getting stuck on understanding my turnarounds, especially the selfseeking. Bbss groups record their lead speakers and share them on this site to help other alcoholics around the world. Step 12 principles and promises of the aa big book study. Open, big book, step study the simple actions group. May 22, 2008 the twelve steps are a design to change you. Wednesday nashua big book 12 step study united methodist church 154 main st 7.
It is a spiritual journey and the big book is our travel guide. Big book step study step 4 turnarounds soberrecovery. The saturday morning big book step study meeting of alcoholics anonymous normally meets every saturday from 9 a. View meeting list page worcester area intergroup inc. The only requirements are to show up, to study the big book and to practice the steps. Helping others newcomers is the foundation stone of your recovery. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program. A study guide for the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous kindle edition by anonymous. Towns hospital for drug and alcohol addictions in new york city in the 1930s, during which time bill wilson, a future cofounder of the mutualhelp movement alcoholics anonymous a. They work by putting the principles of aa ahead of our own and other peoples personalities, and by keeping one aim above all else. In that setting, consider that, over in the corner, sits an old timer who has been around aa for over half a century. Volunteers read aloud from the big book, followed by speakers at the podium.
New hampshire aa big book step study meetings concord. Big book step study groups ask that people share their experience with the steps as they are laid out in our basic text. This steps by the big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. Step 7 humbly asked him to remove our shortcomings. Annes church, boston tpk, closed 12 steps big book 12 traditions. Big book step study vs 12 steps and 12 traditions, getting.
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