AA's Pioneer Program: Connecting Honesty with Sanity

Matt D., Executive Director All Addicts Anonymous (AAA) discusses the key building blocks of the original AA program. In this episode Matt and Father Bill begin an in-depth exploration of the Four Absolutes starting with HONESTY. The episode builds on Tom Power’s classic book Invitation to a Great Experiment along with Tom’s AA talk on “Sanity – the Heart of the Program.” It’s available in the Show Notes both in written and audio format. This is a Pioneer classic - not to be missed. Show Notes: Invitation to a Great Experiment by Tom Powers – see pages 10-22. § Sanity – the Heart of the Program by Tom P. (excerpts in written format) § Sanity – the Heart of the Program by Tom P. (full audio of Tom’s share known as the Blackstone Talk) Father Bill's podcast series on The Great Experiment Check out the All Addicts Anonymous website with meeting information here: https://alladdictsanonymous.org/ You're welcome to download and share the TWP Workshop Video on twowayprayer.org  If this podcast has been helpful for you, consider sharing it with another you think would benefit or share support in the form of making a small donation Thanks!

Om Podcasten

I’m an Episcopal (Anglican) priest in recovery from alcoholism since 1972. I've spent my career in addiction treatment focused on 12-Step spirituality and exploring the pioneer history of AA. In discovering the lost 11th Step practice of Two Way Prayer, my program underwent a life-changing transformation. As Bill Wilson said, “ something was lost from AA when we stopped emphasizing the morning meditation." My mission now is helping people in 12-Step Fellowships explore a deeper understanding of spiritual practice and how it connects us to the "Great Reality" within. -Fr. Bill W.