Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
AA: Spiritual and/or Religious- Final Thoughts
AA: Spiritual and/or Religious- Final Thoughts
AA: Spiritual and/or Religious- Final Thoughts
Monday 1st February 2021
Father Bill W. explores six key elements of all religions and their potential for both upliftment and abuse. Discover his unique insights on spirituality and recovery.
30 minutes
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Religion & Spirituality
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Get the buttons here!Father Bill W. on Religion: The Good, the Bad, and the Spiritual
Every real religion tries to keep us rightly related to god, rightly related to life, rightly related to that power that in intuitively we know is greater than ourselves.
What do authority, ritual, speculation, tradition, God's sovereignty, and mystery have in common? According to Father Bill W., these six elements are the backbone of all major religions. In this episode, Father Bill, an Episcopal priest who's been sober since 1972, dives deep into these universal components, drawing from Houston Smith's classic 'The World's Religions'. He doesn't just list them; he unpacks how each can uplift or potentially harm those seeking spiritual growth.
Father Bill also explores the tricky terrain where religion meets politics and the profound concept of God's sovereignty. He’s not shy about discussing the pitfalls of institutionalized religion either. If you're curious about how these elements play out in your own spiritual journey or within the 12-Step framework, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insights. Father Bill's reflections on grace and the current state of religion are both eye-opening and heartwarming.
Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that bridges ancient wisdom with modern recovery.