Saturday, July 20, :30AM -- 3:00PM. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 1775 Dempster St. Park Ridge, IL

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1 June 2013 AIMS NEWSLETTER Al-Anon Interest Meetings Service Published by Northern Illinois Al-Anon Family Groups AWSC Meeting (AREA WORLD SERVICE COMMITTEE MEETING) Saturday, July 20, :30AM -- 3:00PM Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 1775 Dempster St. Park Ridge, IL Please note-- The August AIMS will be late due to the lateness of our AWSC meeting. The budget will be proposed at this meeting and printed in the August AIMS. Thank you in advance for your patience. Your AIMS Editor -- Donna : ) ****The paper issue stated July AIMS--It should read August AIMS as it does here. The paper issue was in the mail before I caught the error. I apologize.**** NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

2 From Your Delegate--Gene-- Hints for Your Group I went to Al-Anon's World Service Conference in Virginia Beach, April 14th thru 19th. At each conference, we have two agenda items where there is just a floor discussion - no action. This year, one of those items was on retention - both of newcomers and long term members. I'll let you do the "math" for your group. But, I think it is fairly obvious that most newcomers do not "stick," and that we have a noticeable loss of longer term members. A result is that Al-Anon is pretty static in terms of numbers. It would not take much of an improvement in retention for newcomers or long term members, to cause Al-Anon to grow very noticeably. So... here are some thoughts that came out of the WSC that you might consider for your group --!! One group gives newcomers several copies of the Forum, but tells them they are "loaners," so the newcomer has to come back the following week to return them, (and in the process learn more about Al-Anon.)!! Al-Anon has a six week newcomer program. Most groups, that I attend, have a "single" newcomer meeting; and the next week, they join the regular meeting. The problem with the single meeting is that a newcomer can leave thinking from a single meeting they know everything about what Al-Anon can do for them. The six week program does a better job of educating the newcomer by giving the newcomer more of a reason to keep coming back, (at least, for six times).!! At the end of meetings, most groups "chant," "keep coming back," or some extension of that. We have to "indoctrinate" people to keep coming back? The chants are not really Al-Anon, and they may sound weird or cultish to a newcomer. What about cutting out the chant and ending simply with the prayer or declaration?!! Speaking of the end of the meeting, many groups end with the iconic Christian prayer, the "Lord's Prayer," which is not Al-Anon CAL. When a person goes to a therapist for help in changing their lives, they do not go into that relationship expecting the therapist to pray with them at the end of each session. Similarly, newcomers do not come to Al-Anon expecting the Lord's Prayer at the end. They just want recovery. As we try to adapt to a more diverse society, we might want to look at changing the ending of our meetings. There are a number of non-sectarian prayers in our literature that could be used if we want a prayer at the end of the meeting instead of just the Al-Anon declaration.!! Socialization with other Al-Anons reinforces our recovery and also makes recovery fun. What about announcing at the end of the meeting that members will be adjourning for coffee at? What about having a "birthday cake" once a month for all those celebrating their Al-Anon anniversary that month?!! For the first time newcomer, have the experienced members in the newcomer's group write their name and phone number on the newcomer's packet. Well, I'll stop my list here. I'm sure each of you can come up with more ideas for improving the retention of new and old timers. Wouldn't it be wonderful if five years from now, the Group Records Secretary said, "You know, we have 15% more groups now than we had five years ago in 2013." Maybe you, along with another group member, could begin a process to initiate some changes in your group! Gene W. Delegate, Illinois North, Panel 52 NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

3 Desde Su Delegado--Gene--Consejos Para Tu Grupo Fui a la Conferencia de servicio de Al-Anon mundial en Virginia Beach, el 14 de Abril a través de 19. En cada conferencia, tenemos dos temas donde hay sólo una discusión de piso - ninguna acción. Este año, uno de esos artículos estaba en retención - tanto de los recién llegados y a largo plazo. Voy a dejar hacer la "matemática" para su grupo. Pero, creo que es bastante obvio que la mayoría de los recién llegados no "palillo", y que tenemos una notable pérdida de miembros de más largo plazo. El resultado es que Al-Anon es bastante estático en términos de números. No tomaría mucho de una mejora en la retención para los recién llegados o miembros de largo plazo, a causa de Al-Anon a crecer muy notablemente. So... aquí están algunas ideas que salieron de la WSC que puede considerar para su grupo-- Un grupo da a los recién llegados varias copias del foro, pero les dice que son "solitarios", por lo tanto el recién llegado debe volver la semana siguiente a devolverlos, (y en el proceso de aprender más sobre Al-Anon). Al-Anon tiene un programa de seis semanas recién llegado. Mayoría de los grupos que asisto, tiene un "single" recién llegado reunión; y la próxima semana, se unen a la reunión ordinaria. El problema de la reunión es que un recién llegado puede dejar pensar desde una sola reunión saben que todo acerca de lo que Al-Anon puede hacer por ellos. El programa de seis semanas hace un mejor trabajo de educar al recién llegado dando el recién llegado más de una razón para volver, (por lo menos, para seis veces). Al final de las reuniones, mayoría de los grupos "canto", "volver", o alguna extensiónde eso. Tenemos que "adoctrinar" a la gente para volver? Los cantos no son realmente Al-Anon, y pueden sonar extraño o culto a un recién llegado. Qué pasa con cortando el canto y terminando con la oración o la declaración? Habla del final de la reunión, muchos finales de grupos con el icónica oración cristiana, el "Padre nuestro," que no es Al-Anon CAL. Cuando una persona va a un terapeuta para ayuda en el cambio de sus vidas, no entran en esa relación esperando el terapeuta a orar con ellos al final de cada sesión. Del mismo modo, los recién llegados no vienen Al-Anon esperando el Padrenuestro al final. Sólo quieren la recuperación. Tratamos de adaptarnos a una sociedad más diversa, querríamos ver cambiar el final de nuestras reuniones. Hay una serie de oraciones no sectaria en nuestra literatura que podrían utilizarse si queremos una oración al final de la reunión en lugar de sólo la declaración Al-Anon. Socialización con otros usuarios de anónimos Al refuerza nuestra recuperación y también la burla de la recuperación. Qué anuncia el final de la reunión que los miembros se levantar para café en? Además de tener un "pastel" una vez al mes para todos los celebrando su aniversario de Al-Anon ese mes? Para el recién llegado la vez primero, tienen los miembros experimentados en grupo del recién llegado escriba su nombre y número de teléfono en el paquete del recién llegado. Bueno, voy a dejar mi lista aquí. Estoy seguro que cada uno de ustedes puede topar con más ideas para mejorar la retención de nuevos y viejos contadores de tiempo. No sería maravilloso si cinco años a partir de ahora, el Secretario de registros de grupo dijo: "Usted sabe, tenemos 15% más grupos ahora que habían hace cinco años en 2013." Tal vez, junto con otro miembro del grupo, podría comenzar un proceso para iniciar algunos cambios en su grupo! Gene W. Delegado, Illinois Norte, Panel 52 NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

4 From Our Chairperson--Vinnie This past weekend, I was invited to speak at a round-up; and it was a blast. How nice to have a little fun amid the busy schedule and obligations of my life. I got to participate, rather than facilitate, plan agendas, or make phone calls. My husband escorted me there, and my host was delightful. She and I hit it off immediately. I made new friends while catching up with a few old ones. What a gift that no matter where I go in the program, Al-Anon is there to greet me with love. On the way home, I realized that I think I ve been taking myself a little too serious lately. This is kind of a shocking revelation to me, since I m the one usually looking to have a good time. Typically, I m all about the fun - I m here for the party. Living with alcoholism took away the idea of enjoying life. There wasn t much to enjoy other than just hoping and looking forward to the end of the day. Lately, I have become aware of that old character defect from long ago--the infamous-- all or nothing perception. The one that leaves me with no chance of compromise and balance is nothing more than a word in a dictionary. This idea that I have to get everything finished right now or yesterday overwhelms me. The level of enjoyment, at taking some time for fun, floods me with feelings of guilt that I should be taking time to finish tasks. These are old behaviors that I have stepped into yet again, and I become weary. This weekend helped me to better define yet another word in my vocabulary of recovery. To create a balanced life, I must exercise some self-discipline. That way I can pay attention to my feelings without being tyrannized by them. page 227, Courage to Change I am reminded again, that everything in moderation, even the serious stuff. I can only do so much in a day. It goes back to time management, organization and of course, recovery--staying in the moment. The program is where I learn how to function in the world and within me. When my life begins to get crazy because I can t seem to catch up with myself, I turn again to the Steps that provide me relief and give me a new approach on life. It is the Steps that help me redefine my language to clarify those situations. What a miracle that I have a method at my fingertips to use over and over as many times as I want or need, solving any problems I have. Today I will try not to condemn parts of myself while accepting other parts. I am a composite, and I love myself best when I embrace all that I am. page 54, Courage to Change What are you doing for fun and enjoyment today in your life? I, for one, can never have too much fun! Have you worked your triangle today? Love in Service, Vinnie NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

5 De Su Presidente--Vinnie Este fin de semana pasado, fui invitado a hablar en un round-up; y fue una explosión. Que lindo tener un poco de diversión en medio de la apretada agenda y las obligaciones de mi vida. Llegué a participar, en lugar de facilitar, plan agendas o hacer llamadas telefónicas. Mi esposo me escoltó allí, y mi anfitrión fue encantador. Ella y yo golpeó inmediatamente. Hice nuevos amigos mientras que ponerse al día con unos viejos. Un regalo que no importa a dónde voy en el programa, Al- Anon está allí para recibirme con amor. En el camino a casa, me di cuenta de que creo que he estado tomando yo un poco demasiado serio últimamente. Se trata de una revelación impactante para mí, ya que soy uno generalmente buscan para pasar un buen rato. Por lo general, todo sobre la diversión - estoy aquí para la fiesta. Vivir con alcoholismo recogió la idea de disfrutar de la vida. No había mucho que disfrutar de otro que sólo esperando y deseando al final del día. Últimamente, me he hecho consciente de ese defecto de carácter antiguo desde hace mucho tiempo--la tristemente célebre--percepción de "todo o nada". El que me deja sin posibilidad de compromiso y el equilibrio es nada más que una palabra en un diccionario. Esta idea que tengo que sacar todo terminado ahora mismo o ayerme abruma. El grado de placer, en placer, por diversión, me inunda con sentimientos de culpa que debo tomar tiempo para terminar las tareas. Se trata de viejos comportamientos que yo he caminado en vez, y estoy cansado. Este fin de semana me ha ayudado a definir mejor la otra palabra en mi vocabulario de recuperación. '' Para crear una vida equilibrada, yo debo ejercer cierta autodisciplina. De esa manera yo puedo atender a mis sentimientos sin ser tiranizado por ellos.'' página 227, Valor De Cambio Me recuerda una vez más, que todo con moderación, incluso las cosas serias. Sólo puedo hacer tanto en un día. Se remonta a la gestión del tiempo, organización y por supuesto, la recuperación en el momento. T él programa es donde aprender a funcionar en el mundo y dentro de mí. Cuando mi vida comienza to get crazy porque parece que no puedo alcanzar a mí mismo, me dirijo nuevamente a los pasos que me dan alivio y me dan un nuevo enfoque en la vida. Es lo que me ayudan a redefinir mi lengua para aclarar esas situaciones. Qué milagro que tengo un método a mi alcance para usar sobre y sobre tantas veces como yo quiero o necesito, resolver los problemas que tengo. "Hoy que voy a tratar de no condenar a partes de mí mismo aunque aceptaban otras partes. Soy un compuesto, y porque me amo mejor cuando acepto todo lo que soy. " Página 54, Valor De Cambio Qué haces para diversión y disfrute hoy en tu vida? Por ejemplo, no puedo nunca tengo mucha diversión! Han trabajado su triángulo hoy? Amor en servicio, Vinnie NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

6 ASK FLAC Your questions answered out of CAL by the Fellowship Literature Action Committee Q. Could someone share what they see as their experience, strength, and hope in the program? A. My Experience, Strength, and Hope in Al-Anon Sharing When I came to Al-Anon, I heard no situation is hopeless. This gave me the strength I needed to return and practice Listen and learn. I'm very grateful for so much, since I've been in Al-Anon. The tools Al-Anon gave me are incredible. Sometimes, I feared for my life and so did our children. In our house, violence damaged everyone of us, including my husband. Years later, I found out he was in a violent dry drunk. After twenty-five years, I realized that I was living in a survival mode. This was an experience from the past that I will never forget. I believe my Higher Power, (whom I call God), knew I would tire of the survival mode and eventually seek help. Undoubtedly, without my Higher Power allowing me to reach my bottom, I would have continued this damaging lifestyle for our children and myself. Al-Anon helped me to make changes within myself. As I began to recover, I eventually left the marriage, and my children were finally safe. From my past experiences, I have learned to respond differently to situations, instead of reacting in a way that creates further problems. My children and my siblings and were adversely affected too. Al-Anon gave me the hope I needed as I received the great support from the group and the tools of the program. Working the Steps brought healing results. Now, I know how to live sanely. I learned how to detach, make phone calls, and talk to a sponsor who is trustworthy and dependable. The painful lifestyle of my past became a valuable tool that brought me closer to God. God has always brought good out of my suffering. When I thank Him, I am telling Him I trust Him. He will always help me-- again and again. God and Al-Anon continues to give me experience, strength and hope. I need to only live One day at a time and to Let go and let God. Do you or someone in your group have a question about Al-Anon? Maybe Ask FLAC can answer it. Give us a try. Send your question to the address or below. After using the Al-Anon Alateen Service Manual, Conference Approved Literature, steps, traditions, concepts, our experience, strength, hope, and maybe the WSO, we will print an answer in the AIMS. Your question may help others who are struggling to understand. Ask FLAC needs your input!!! Please send your questions to Ask FLAC at: ask.flac@gmail.com or to the FLAC Chairperson care of: NIAFG PO BOX 2044 Oak Park, IL NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

7 Our area coordinators are sharing what they are doing for our area, (the twentyone districts of area #14.) Officers and Coordinator Corner Page 1 From Your NIAFG Institutions Coordinator--Dan For those who have joined the list of volunteers willing to speak at Institutions meetings, THANKS!!!!! What do your efforts do? Please allow me to share. 1) The Hinsdale Alateen group has expressed an interest in having some of their members speak at Institutions meetings in the western suburbs, and possibly elsewhere. So we re setting them up to speak at a Naperville treatment center and see how that goes. Thanks to their sponsor, Kevin, for reading AIMS and encouraging the kids to take the plunge. More on this next month. 2) A team from District 5 has been working long and hard to set up an Institutions Meeting at Hines VA Hospital just west of Chicago. Lots of paperwork, (it is a Federal facility), and details; but the facility coordinator and the Al-Anon volunteers were not deterred. The meeting, possibly meetings, should go live later this year. 3) Your story here. Please let me know what your group or District is doing to support Institutions in the Area. Enthusiasm and success are contagious. Call me or - (see paper version for - with good news or to volunteer. From Your NIAFG Group Record's Secretary--Joyce There have been changes made to some groups. I had some major computer issues going on that are mainly fixed. I thank you for your patience during this past month. I ask that any changes you send me be put on the Group Records Change Form which can be downloaded from the website. Using this form makes changes clearer, more accurate, and easier for me to read. Thank you. Yours in service NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

8 Our area coordinators are sharing what they are doing for our area, (the twentyone districts of area #14.) Officers and Coordinator Corner Page 2 From Your NIAFG Alateen Co-Cordinators--Janet and Cathy Hello all Alateen Sponsors! (that are trying to catch up on your rest since Midlake 2013) Yes, we have survived another Midlake Experience. Here's hoping that all the Alateens and their sponsors came away reenergized in their Al-Anon/Alateen programs. Thank you to all those sponsors and Alateens who served on the Midlake 2013 Committee. A special thank you to Dan M. and Linda M.-- it was through your perseverance and expertise that we were able to pull off a wonderful weekend for all that attended. Thank you to all the Al-Anon groups who contributed money for the Alateens in your District. Thanks to Wendy S. for all the scholarship money you were able to provide by being the Treasurer for Midlake. Hope to see you all next year to help Wisconsin in Rest up, we have Conventions and Conferences to get ready for by September. The first event will be September 14, It is the race that will be held in Palatine to raise Illinois Al-Anon Convention in Itasca. As of May 8, 2013, our 170 Plus Alateen sponsors will have been re-certified, along with quite a few new sponsors and AMIAS. Thank you to Gene W. for the Power Point. It does make the workshop less tedious, and leaves time for discussion. Thank you to Sandy W. for making the Online Re-certification Workshop available for re-certifying sponsors. That helped keep the inperson workshops to a manageable size. Thank you all for giving up your precious time on Saturday and Wednesday to attend an Alateen Sponsor Workshop. To the sponsors that were at the Elgin and Woodridge Workshops, I apologize for being late. Between mechanical, (my GPS), and human error, I was detained. I am sorry you had to wait; but grateful to the sponsors that stepped up to cover much needed information. Also, start thinking 2015, because a new Alateen Coordinator will be taking over my position. Ask your sponsor, if you are ready to do more service. In Fellowship NIAFG Alateen Co-Coordinators NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

9 Our area coordinators are sharing what they are doing for our area, (the twentyone districts of area #14.) Officers and Coordinator Corner Page 3 NIAFG Treasurer For group and district treasurers and other NIAFG contributors: Keep it Simple when contributing to Northern Illinois Area and make checks payable to NIAFG. Please supply the following information with your check: --Group Name --Group ID # --Group Meeting Place --District # --Meeting Day & Time --Contact Name --Contact Phone # Complete information ensures your group and/or district is credited for the contribution. Send to: Lori F (see paper version for Please preserve your treasurerʼs anonymity by not making reference to Al-Anon on the outside of the envelope. GET IT IN THE CALENDAR If your group or district has an upcoming event, send your information to the AIMS Editor: Donna A (see paper version for ISSUE DEADLINES: January December 1 February January 1 March February 1 April March 1 May April 1 June May 1 July June 1 August July 1 September August 1 October ---- September 1 November October 1 December --- November 1 NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

10 Our area coordinators are sharing what they are doing for our area, (the twentyone districts of area #14.) Officers and Coordinator Corner Page 4 THANK YOU!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!! Dear NIAFG-- I wanted to send out a note of gratitude to all the individuals and groups who donated scholarship money for Midlake this year. Even in challenging economic times, the Al-Anon family is remarkable! Because of your generous contributions, 36 kids received either partial or full scholarships to this wonderful weekend of fellowship! Truly amazing! On behalf of all the teens, let me say thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. Each and every one of you make a difference Wendy S NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

11 Our area coordinators are sharing what they are doing for our area, (the twentyone districts of area #14.) Officers and Coordinator Corner Page 5 From Your NIAFG Media Library Coordinator--Blake In the Al-Anon program, Iʼve learned to keep my focus in the present. Writing these articles for the AIMS can be a challenge for me. I have to write and submit the articles to the editor a month in advance to meet our publishing deadlines. I often have to think ahead and try to come up with something that will be timely and relevant by the time it gets in the readersʼ hands. So, I place my faith in my Higher Powerʼs hands that what I write, today, will make some sense when it is read a month from now. Currently, our May Assembly is coming up next week. I have to update the Media Library Catalog with new titles and get the website updated. Two weeks ago, my computer crashed. In trying to fix the problem myself, I made it worse, and lost everything I had on the computer. Typical Al-Anon personality of trying to force solutions to a problem I have no control over. Had I stopped and asked for help sooner, I would have saved my data and not be in the situation Iʼm in now. I did finally surrender to the idea that Iʼm powerless over this problem, and asked for help from someone who knows more about computers than I do. The IT person where I work has been helping me get my computer working again. He had to completely wipe the hard drive clean and reinstall the operating software. Next, I have to reinstall all the software programs and hardware I use. The good news, in this story, is that I get to update newer versions of the programs I use. I was also able to rid my computer of a lot of junk that I donʼt use but was slowing it down. Some of the software program versions where more than ten years old. It will be like working on a new computer. Iʼve got some work to do in the next week. But, whatever the results, I have faith that I will be where my Higher Power wants me. Be sure to utilize the Media Library resources available on the NIAFG website. There you can find podcasts for great listening. The Media Library Catalog, all the CD titles for rent, order forms, and contact information are on the website as well. You may directly contact me with your CD rental request at my . (see paper version for Sincerely yours in service, NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

12 JUNE CALENDAR WHEN WHAT WHERE Sundays 7:30 PM Jun 10, 2013 Jun 15, 2013 July 12-14, 2013 Jul 20, 2013 Sep 14, 2013 Oct 20, 2013 Open Al-Anon Meeting First Sunday of the month includes Alateen speaker Contact: Tina (see paper version for Open Al-Anon Meeting Monday Morning Washday AFG Al-Anon, Alateen and AA speakers free potluck luncheon starts at 9:30AM Sharing Serenity Al-Anon Family Group Second Anniversary Open Meeting 9:00AM - 11:00AM Al-Anon/AA Speakers "All Roads Lead to Serenity Al-Anon Round-up For information contact: Mary B. or Carrie O. (see paper version for contact information) AWSC (AREA WORLD SERVICE COMMITTEE MEETING) 9:30AM -- 3:00PM Step Into life Run & Walk Illinois State AFG Convention Fundraiser Preregistration until August 31, $25.00 Registration after Aug. 31st--$30.00 Attendees/non-participants--$5.00 T-Shirts for first 100 preregistration persons Form a team- (4-10 people)- representing an Al-Anon or Alateen group You may register more than one racing team for your group meeting Registration packets available on NIAFG and 2013 Illinois State AFG Convention websites Contact persons: Phyllis M.--(see paper version for Ramona C. --(see paper version for Chicago Metro North AIS Luncheon and Business Meeting 12:00-2:00PM NIAFG members from Districts #3-7 interested in becoming Information Service Volunteers Contact: Chicago Metro North AIS or chicagoais@gmail.com Northwest Community Hospital 800 W. Central Road Arlington Hts, IL St. Paul United Church of Christ 144 E Palatine Rd Palatine, IL Please park in parking lot on Oak Street The Center Southwest Highway Palos Park, IL LaSalle Manor Galena Road Plano, IL Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 1775 Dempster St. Park Ridge, IL Deer Grove East Forest Preserve Dundee Rd. W of Hicks Rd Grove #1 Palatine, IL Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 775 Dempster St. Park Ridge, IL Off the 10th Floor West Cafeteria Use elevator B Map--@ Flier download--@ NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

13 NIAFG Media Library Order Form NIAFG Media Library The Al-Anon message Any Time, Any Where Borrower Information (please print) Name Billing Address City State/Zip Code Telephone/Cell Ordering Information: The catalog is available online at the link Rental Period is three(3) weeks. A self-addressed stamped envelope is provided for easy, nohassle returns. Rental Fees: 1CD=$3.00 2CD=$4.00 3CD=$5.00 4CD=$6.00 (LIMIT of 4 CD per order) Event Date Speaker/Topic Amount Enclosed $ (Checks only. Please make your check payable to NIAFG. Please do not send cash) Please send this form and your payment to: Blake D. NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

14 NIAFG OFFICERS & COORDINATORS DELEGATE Gene W. ALTERNATE DELEGATE Sandy W. AREA CHAIRPERSON Vinnie E. RECORDING SECRETARY Roberta E. GROUP RECORDS SECRETARY Joyce T. TREASURER Lori F. SPANISH SERVICES Ramona C. P.O. BOX 2044 COORDINATOR Dawn J. ALATEEN COORDINATOR Janet L. ALTERNATE ALATEEN COORDINATOR Cathy G. LITERATURE COORDINATOR Lynette P. DIRECTORY DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR Patricia H. CONVENTIONS LIAISON Brian B. WEB CONTENT COORDINATOR Barb K. WEB TECH COORDINATOR Open for You ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Laurie C. AIMS PERSONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS Open for You AIMS EDITOR Donna A. COORDINATOR for PUBLIC INFORMATION & COOPERATING WITH the PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY Phyllis M. INSTITUTIONS COORDINATOR Dan B. ARCHIVES COORDINATOR Greg H. MEDIA LIBRARY Blake D. AMIAS SPONSOR CERTIFICATION ASSISTANT Marilyn S. We have openings for AIMS PERSONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS (anyone Al-Anon) and WEB TECH COORDINATOR (anyone Al-Anon with computer savvy). Talk to your Higher Power, your sponsor/trusted Al-Anon friend and be guided by your heart. If the answer is yes, contact Vinnie, our chairperson. NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

15 NIAFG DIRECTORY Order Form Check the quantity ordered: Quantity Price Shipping Total 6 $6.00 $3.38 $ $12.00 $3.77 $ $18.00 $4.16 $ $24.00 $4.85 $28.85 Please make checks payable to NIAFG Mail with payment to: Patricia H. For questions, Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery. Directories can also be purchased at NIAFG Assemblies. Please see The Aims, your Group or District Representative, or visit for assembly dates. Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Phone: AIMS PERSONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are $3.00 per year. Include your subscription label for renewal or address change. Please mark the following: New Subscription Renewal (please attach mailing label) Address Change (Attach label and indicate new address) Gift--- No, do not include a gift line on the label Gift---Yes, use gift line on label Gift from Make your check or money order (no cash please) payable to NIAFG. Please allow two months for changes to be processed. Thank you. Name: Address: City: State/Zip: Phone: Please mail information and money to: Joyce T. NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June

16 Al-Anon Registration/Group Records Change Form (GR-1) Please send this form through your Area Process or the WSO 1. Group Record WSO I.D. Number District Number Area Name (Abbreviation) 2. Status "! New "! Change "! Inactive "! Not Sure If Registered 3. Changes (Check all that apply)! Group Name! Current Mailing Address (CMA)! Mtg Place! Mtg Day! Mtg Time! GR! Contact 4. Group/Registration Overview Group Name Mailing Language Reflects Al-Anon principles and is inviting to all. See [Instructions to fill out the GR-1 Form]. Please note that group names not in compliance with the Al-Anon policy will delay processing of the registration. Contact your Area Group Records Coordinator or the WSO for further information. Location: Meeting Place Meeting Address City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Contact First Name Phone Number Contact First Name Phone Number 5. Meeting Details Day Time! AM! PM Type:! Open! Closed Spoken Language Member Count! Beginners*! Introductory**! Limited Access! Handicap Access! Babysitting! Fragrance Free! Smoking Permitted! Sign Language Location Instructions Additional Meeting Day Time! AM! PM Type:! Open! Closed Spoken Language Member Count! Beginners*! Introductory**! Limited Access! Handicap Access! Babysitting! Fragrance Free! Smoking Permitted! Sign Language Location Instructions * Held in conjunction with a regular Al-Anon group meeting; not considered an Al-Anon group. Provide newcomers a simple introduction to Al-Anon. ** Attendance changes frequently; not considered an Al-Anon group. Attendees are invited to go to regular Al-Anon meetings. 6. Current Mailing Address (WSO mail for the group is sent to the CMA postal and address) First Name Last Name Street/PO Box City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Phone Number 7. For Area Use! Group Rep! Other First Name Last Name Street/PO Box City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Phone Number The WSO will register any group designating itself as an AL-Anon Family Group with the understanding that it will abide by the Traditions and that meeting will be open to any Al-Anon members. Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual (P-24/27), Digest of Al-Anon and Alateen Policies Submitted by: Date: Phone: Al-Anon Family Groups Headquarters, Inc Corporate Landing Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA (757) fax: (757) wso@al-anon.org Member s Web site NIAFG THE AIMS NEWSLETTER June /12