Twentyeight aa sponsors, recruited using a purposive sampling method, were. Clarifies the role of anonymity as a personal and spiritual principle and defines our public. In order to maintain sobriety, many recovering alcoholics will turn to 12step programs, such as alcoholics anonymous aa. It is not just a pamphlet for the sponsee or potential sponsee. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. They had many questions, but aas only publication on this topic was a thirty page pamphlet called questions and answers on sponsorship. Pdf the aim of this study was to explore the roles of alcoholics anonymous aa sponsors. An aa booklet defines a sponsor as an alcoholic who has made some progress in the recovery program and shares that experience on a continuous, individual. For the purposes of this pamphlet, an na sponsor is a member of narcotics anonymous, living our program of recovery, who is willing to build a special, supportive, oneonone relationship with us. Sponsorship in aa 6 characteristics of a good sponsor. Helping others newcomers is the foundation stone of your recovery.
It was printed by the cleveland central committee under the title. Alcoholics anonymous conference approved literature pamphlet uses shared a. Over 31 years in aa ive been privileged to sponsor a number of men and a few have sacked me because i didnt shape up. For those of us who want a little extra help through the process, finding a sponsor is the natural next step. In this discussion, reflect on how at the very least the disease has diminished your life. Discuss and reflect upon the idea that your discipline or lack of it has played an important part in your life. The unwritten rules on sponsorship you can choose your own aa sponsor if they agree to sponsor you, but aa prefers them to be of the same sex, believing that mixed sex sponsor pairs cause unwanted complications the idea that a man and woman cannot have a platonic relationship being part of this no doubt. The guide applies established educational techniques blooms taxonomy to developing an understanding of the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous. When first reprinted the pamphlet name was the same as the actual article, sometime later the pamphlet was renamed the jack alexander article. Examining the role of aa sponsors in alcohol recovery non 12. Narcotics anonymous informational pamphlets hamascna. Everything you wanted to know about sponsorshipbut were afraid to ask agenda used by committee welcome and serenity prayer overview of workshop reading from 20062009 alanonalateen service manual sponsorship p 512 sponsorship is a mutual and confidential sharing between two alanon or alateen members.
Group pamphlets and guides are an important way that sponsorship is passed on. Its opportunities and its responsibilities by clarence s. Most members think of a sponsor, first and foremost, as someone who can help us work the twelve steps of na, and. Completing a rehabilitation program is a major accomplishment. Aa the original way 12 step guide is the culmination of years of practice and study of group sponsored step guides. This is the workbook edition of the sponsors 12 step manual. I always assumed that sponsorship was simply a custom and not something essential to recovery, so i was surprised at how strongly the pamphlet. They had many questions, but aas only publication on this topic was a thirtypage pamphlet called questions and answers on sponsorship.
Each member of alcoholics anonymous is a potential sponsor of a new. It is not forbidden to have a sponsor of the opposite sex, but it is not advised. Recoveryshop the onestop shop for meeting materials, recovery items, and 12step gifts. Aa the original way 12 step guide is the culmination of years of practice and study of group sponsored step guides written by founders and pioneer aa members. Sponsorship pamphlet by clarence snyder 1944 this is the first pamphlet ever written concerning sponsorship. Questions and answers on sponsorship pamphlet the token shop. Questions and answers on sponsorship alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Each member of alcoholics anonymous is a potential sponsor of a new member and should. They had many questions, but aas only publication on this topic was a thirtypage pamphlet called questions and answers on. Second reader for alcoholics anonymous here is the link to the pamphlet. Sponsorship is a personal and private relationship that can mean different things to different people. Essentials downloadable pamphlets these pamphlets are being made available for download without charge and may be printedreproduced for group or personal use. In many successful groups, sponsorship is one of the most important planned activities of the members. Questions and answers on sponsorship alcoholics anonymous.
Looking for aa pamphlets for a meeting, treatment center, or hospital. Answers the questions most frequently asked about a. It is a pamphlet for the sponsor, the potential sponsor and the aa group as a whole. An independent guide to teaching and learning the program of a.
For anyone new to recovery and the program of alcoholics anonymous, it is an incredible resource when looking for a quality sponsor. Sponsorship responsibility is unwritten and informal, but it is a basic part of the a. Sponsorship in aa is basically the same, whether in helping another individuals recovery or in service to a group. But the overall support structure of aa can be relied upon.
I reached out to an oldtimer in alcoholics anonymous, and asked for his worksheet on sponsorship. Other sponsors, other aas, meetings, intergroups offices, and the various literature beyond the big book are crucial support resources in times of normality in sobriety and in times of crisis. Narcotics anonymous informational pamphlets hamascna ip. How it works came out of those early sponsorship experiences and out of the fear and earnestness i saw in my own sponsees when they were asked to sponsor somebody for the first time. Sponsorship in aa 6 characteristics of a good sponsor discovery. Please consider making a contribution to support d. Spiritual milestones in aa here is the link to the pamphlet. For the purposes of this pamphlet, an na sponsor is a member of. Alcoholics anonymous is a worldwide fellowship of recovering alcoholics who share their experiences with each other in order to solve their. This sober oldtimer composed this with the help of a sponsee. Recovery literature in english us we offer all available information pamphlets and na booklets here, in all currently available languages, in order to serve our members and potential members. One of the first of these guides, the akron manual, was commissioned by dr. Shared aa experience to answer 34 questions likely to be asked by persons seeking sponsors, persons wanting to be sponsors, and groups planning sponsorship activity. In the following pages, however, we have outlined a sug.
Dealing with these sponsors from hell written by natalie baker last updated 18 may 2016 being new to recovery can be overwhelming for all of us, so its natural to feel lost in the beginning. Sponsorshipits obligations and its responsibilities. It is the program of alcoholics anonymous that will keep us sober, not the sponsor. Temporary contact guidelines keep in mind that this is basic twelfth. Whether you are seeking a sponsor or want to become a sponsor, this a. Read chapter 2 in the big book there is a solution. Five questions to ask your candidate for sponsorship. No member among us is wise enough to develop a sponsorship program that can be successfully applied in every case.
Each member of alcoholics anonymous is a potential sponsor of a new member and should clearly recognize the obligations and duties of such responsibility. Stepbystep guide for sponsors contents purpose and use of this guide 5 before getting started on the steps 11 questions and answers on sponsorship. Consider requests to revise the book alcoholics anonymous. Stepbystep guide for sponsors a companion to aas big book. Jackson county central office is a source for aa literature for individuals and groups in the area and also provides and supports recovery activities.
Aa world service provides more information in the pamphlet questions and answers on sponsorship pdf. Over half of this pamphlet is dedicated to what a sponsor should expect and do. This is the first pamphlet ever written concerning sponsorship. A sponsor is an alcoholic who has made some progress in the recovery program.
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