This was the great contribution of ... atheists and agnostics. They had widened our gateway so that all who suffer might pass through, regardless of belief or lack of belief. - Bill W., co-founder of AA, Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age, p. 167, 1957 |
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Spirituality in Unchurched AA Tom L. (Burien, WA) Our panel will address our experiences in early recovery and the evolution of our path since then, with focus on what spirituality means for us. Location: Seahawk A |
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Evolution of a Secular AA Group John H. (Gig Harbor, WA) Members' personal journeys through traditional AA to the formation and evolution of an agnostic group. Location: Seahawk B |
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The Core of Recovery John H. (Washington, DC) Members share how they've achieved long term recovery without need for the 12 Steps and Big Book. Location: Sonic |
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Service, The Newcomer, and our Primary Purpose Will S. (Burien, WA) Members share their experiences as newcomers, with being introduced to AA service, and the role of service as a key component of AA's primary purpose: to stay sober and to help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety! Location: Seahawk A |
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Perspectives on Secular Sponsorship Eric D. (Duvall, WA) Views and experiences from both secular and non-secular panelists. Location: Seahawk B |
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Finding our Freethinking Friends Janice R. (White Rock, BC) Secular/freethinking AA and Alanon members will share about the obstacles they faced early in their search for recovery and identify ways to carry the message to other secular people in our communities. Location: Sonic |
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Our Common Welfare... Sam E. (Las Vegas, NV) As the need for a more secular AA grows, can we Evolve, rather than Devolve? Members share their experience and thoughts about reaching out and reaching IN to help those who need a secular recovery solution. Location: Seahawk A |
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Gaining and Retaining Unity Norma W. (Olympia, WA) Members share their experience on recovery outside of AA, carrying the message internationally, respect and mindfulness of other beliefs, and welcoming newcomers. Location: Seahawk B |
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Al-Anon and Other Voices Jeanna (Burien, WA) Perspectives on identity and acceptance in 12-step recovery. Location: Sonic |
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