The Unsung Heroes of AA: Non-Alcoholic Trustees and Their Impact
Episode Overview
Exploration of the role and impact of non-alcoholic trustees in the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous Thought-provoking reflections on the responsibilities and challenges within the fellowship Discussion on the transparency and decision-making processes Call for deeper reflection and understanding of the fellowship's structure and spiritual awakening Encouragement for listeners to engage with the content for further insights and understanding
My request has been get a service position and care enough about AA to listen to the reports. And if you're going to say, I'm not even convinced I should send money anymore. I want my people to send it locally where I'm trying to encourage them to remember that we have homeless and incarcerated people and people that with no teeth and bad breath and that have body odor, that we need to be talking to those people, not shoving literature at them.
Ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes heroes of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)? In this episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio', hosts Chris S. and the Monty Man welcome Judy L., a former AA delegate, to shine a light on the often overlooked role of non-alcoholic trustees. These trustees play a crucial part in maintaining the stability and integrity of AA, even though they aren't battling addiction themselves.
Judy shares her unique perspective on Bill W.'s Grapevine Writings, revealing his deep love for the fellowship and his foresight in involving non-alcoholic trustees to prevent potential pitfalls. The conversation dives into the importance of these trustees, their responsibilities, and how their impartial stance helps keep the organization grounded. The episode also pays tribute to Canada’s contributions to AA, adding an international flavor to the discussion.
If you're curious about the inner workings of AA or just looking for a deeper understanding of its structure and values, this episode offers a thought-provoking and heartfelt exploration.