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Start a Group

"Any two or three alcoholics gathered together for sobriety may call themselves an A.A. group provided that as a group they have no other affiliation."
-Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions p.146-147

If you are wanting to start a new group. Congratulations! Grab your Big Book, a coffee pot, and see the information below.

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A few things to consider as you create a new group is what exactly is The AA Group? The pamphlet linked called P-16 will give you an understanding of what an AA Group is and what is needed for it.

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A Table of Contents of The Group Handbook, called F-119, can be found at the link provided.

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Let's say you are ready to get started. Well, you'll want to register your group with GSO so others can find you on the Meeting Guide App. 

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To register as a group you will want to fill out and submit this form (F-30).

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If you are updating your group's information you will want to fill out this form (F-28).

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Finances can be a very confusing piece of the puzzle. Fortunately there is information found here (MG-15).

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Now that you have all the information needed to start a new group, remember Dr. Bob's prescription to the alcoholic:

  • Trust God

  • Clean House

  • Help Others

Recap for creating a new group and information

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