There is action and more action. "Faith without works is dead." . . . To be helpful is our only aim. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS , pp. 88-89
I understand that service is a vital part of recovery but I often wonder, "What can I do?" Simply start with what I have today! I look around to see where there is a need. Are the ashtrays full? Do I have hands and feet to empty them? Suddenly I'm involved! The best speaker may make the worst coffee; the member who's best with newcomers may be unable to read; the one willing to clean up may make a mess of the bank account - yet every one of these people and jobs is essential to an active group. The miracle of service is this: when I use what I have, I find there is more available to me than I realized before.
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Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... It's about learning to dance in the rain.
This is so true, Doll. I used to think there were "Leaders" in AA, then I stuck around long enough to see that everyone can do things like chair meetings, do coffee, order literature etc... that it is not just reserved for others. I can do a lot to be involved and help out, as even the smallest task like wiping off the tables is important to the fellowship.
joni
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