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Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #8
Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #8
Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #8
Tuesday 9th July 2024
Pastor Max Ingram explores AA's 8th Tradition, highlighting the balance between voluntary service and necessary professional support in Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Episode Overview
- AA members volunteer their time without financial gain.
- Service centers employ special workers for administrative tasks.
- Bill W. navigated the balance between professional and voluntary work.
- Tradition 8 helps maintain AA's integrity and effectiveness.
- Recovery Church applies similar principles to guide its practices.
'Alcoholics Anonymous should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.'
In this episode of Studio RC, Pastor Max Ingram dives into the often-overlooked 8th Tradition of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). This tradition states, 'Alcoholics Anonymous should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.' Pastor Max breaks down what this means for AA and its members, using humour and real-life anecdotes to keep things engaging.
He highlights how AA members volunteer their time to help others without financial gain, ensuring that the spirit of service remains pure and untainted by money. However, he also explains the necessity of employing special workers in service centers to handle administrative tasks, thus allowing the organisation to function smoothly without compromising its core values.
Pastor Max touches on the historical context of this tradition, mentioning how even Bill W., one of AA's founders, had to navigate the fine line between professional and voluntary work within the fellowship. He shares how service centers evolved to include paid positions for tasks like answering hotlines and managing literature requests, ensuring that AA's operations run efficiently.
The episode also draws parallels between AA's traditions and the practices at Recovery Church, where the principles guide both individual recovery journeys and group dynamics. Pastor Max’s reflections on maintaining the balance between voluntary service and necessary professional support offer valuable insights for anyone involved in recovery. Whether you're new to AA or a seasoned member, this episode provides a thoughtful exploration of how Tradition 8 helps maintain the integrity and effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Tune in to understand why this tradition is crucial for keeping the spirit of AA alive and thriving.