I am going to Mute everyone’s microphone.

Look in the “Reactions” or “More” tab depending on your device to raise your virtual hand

if you would like to share when the meeting opens for shares.

Hello, everyone, my name is ____________, and I am an alcoholic.

Let’s start with a moment of silence to reflect on why we are here followed by the Serenity Prayer.

(Pause for a few seconds before the prayer)

“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can,

and the wisdom to know the difference.”

(AA preamble link)

If this is your first time at an AA meeting or first time joining our meeting, please raise your virtual hand

and introduce yourself by first name and your day/week/month/year count so we can recognize and welcome you.

Even if you are on Day 0, while we ask that you do not share during the meeting if you’ve been drinking in the past 24 hours,

you can still come in during this time and briefly introduce yourself. It is not time for a share nor to embarrass you.

Simply introduce yourself so we can get to know you better.

(Pause for hands up; acknowledge anyone who raises their virtual hand)

Is there anyone celebrating an anniversary or milestone today or in this month?

(Pause for hands up; acknowledge anyone who raises their virtual hand)

This is an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous and we are so glad you are all here - especially newcomers.

Remember, a burden shared is halved and a joy shared is doubled.

In keeping with our singleness of purpose and our Third Tradition which states that

“The only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop drinking,”

we ask that all who participate confine their discussion to their problems with alcohol.

If you’re all about carrying the message and not the mess then you’re in the right place!

Share your experience, strength and hope on the Topic in a GENERAL way.

For more personal and deep-seated issues, please get a sponsor to talk to or call your current sponsor.

AA Safety Card (Yellow card)

This group strives to safeguard the anonymity of A.A. members and attendees; however, keep in mind that anonymity in A.A

. is not a cloak for unsafe and illegal behavior. Addressing such behavior and/or contacting the proper authorities when appropriate,

does not go against any A.A. Traditions and is meant to ensure the safety of all in attendance.

The short form of Tradition One states: “Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon A.A. unity.”

Recognizing the importance of group unity, our group strives to create a safe meeting environment in which alcoholics can focus on achieving sobriety.

Crosstalk will not be tolerated!

We have 3-minute shares and ask that you share your experience, strength and hope on the Topics.

Alcoholism centers in the mind but the obsession can be removed through the 12 Steps.

Have a sense of urgency as it is a matter of life and death.

I have asked ________ to read “The Preamble”

I have asked ________ to read “How it Works”

I have asked ________ to read "Traditions"

I have asked ________ to read “12 Traditions”

Thank you to all our readers,service members, and everyone who is here today!

My co-host/hostess will now take over,thank you name __________