Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Life Changers: Lessons from the Field
Life Changers: Lessons from the Field
Life Changers: Lessons from the Field
Saturday 26th April 2025
Dive into 'Life Changers' with Father Bill W., exploring AA's spiritual roots and personal transformation stories.
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Episode Overview
- Explore key elements of Frank Buchman's programme influencing AA.
- Understand the importance of singleness of mind in recovery.
- Discover how Two Way Prayer can transform your spiritual journey.
- Reflect on personal stories mirroring AA's Big Book experiences.
- Learn why individual work is crucial in spiritual practice.
If any man will do my will, he will know of the doctrine.
In this engaging episode of Father Bill W., listeners are treated to a deep dive into Harold Begbie's book 'Life Changers', published in 1922. Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest with decades of recovery experience, explores chapters 3 through 9 of this influential work, offering insights into the radical change programme developed by Frank Buchman. Buchman's methods significantly shaped the principles and practices of Alcoholics Anonymous, and Father Bill aims to reconnect us with these foundational ideas.
The episode is packed with intriguing stories from the book that mirror those found in AA's Big Book, each one highlighting the transformative power of spiritual practice. Father Bill shares his own experiences with the lost 11th Step practice of Two Way Prayer, which he credits for a profound shift in his recovery journey. With anecdotes about the challenges faced by soldiers returning from World War I and tales of personal redemption, you'll find plenty of food for thought.
Father Bill doesn't shy away from discussing the tough bits, like the moral chaos that can arise from a lack of singleness of mind or the importance of surrendering to a higher power. He reflects on the Oxford Group's approach, which emphasised individual work over mass movements, and shares how these practices can still be relevant today.
So, if you're seeking to rekindle the spark in your recovery or just curious about the roots of AA's steps, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. With Father Bill's light humour and honest reflections, you'll be inspired to explore your own spiritual journey and perhaps even find your way home.