Father Bill W.Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Father Bill W. explores the spiritual dimensions of addiction recovery, focusing on the transformative power of Two Way Prayer.
Episodes: 301
Father Bill W.: A Spiritual Journey Through Addiction Recovery
Curious about how spirituality can play a pivotal role in addiction recovery? Meet Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest who has been navigating the waters of sobriety since 1972. With decades of experience in addiction treatment and a deep dive into the early history of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Father Bill offers a unique perspective that blends faith, recovery, and historical insights.
This podcast isn't just for those in 12-Step Fellowships; it's a treasure trove for anyone interested in the spiritual aspects of overcoming addiction. Father Bill W. shares his transformative journey, particularly focusing on the often-overlooked 11th Step practice of Two Way Prayer. As Bill Wilson, one of AA's founders, once lamented, something was lost when AA moved away from morning meditation. Father Bill aims to revive this practice, helping listeners connect with their
Latest Episodes
Pantheism & Prayer
Father Bill W. and Father James R talk through John Caputo’s ideas on pantheism, panentheism, and prayer, relating them directly to 12‑Step recovery. The conversation questions rigid God images while…
Let Go... Then Hang on Tight
Two recovering priests talk through “the God problem” in 12-step recovery, using radical theology to rethink old images of God and higher power. They discuss God as the ground of being, practical spi…
Start With The Big Book
Father Bill W. discusses the spiritual challenges faced in recovery, focusing on the Big Book's chapter 'We Agnostics' and offering insights into faith's role in overcoming addiction.
God As We Don't Understand God
Father Bill W. explores the spiritual journey of AA co-founder Bill Wilson, highlighting how personal experiences and spirituality play a crucial role in recovery.
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