This is the latest report from the Area Treasurer, and it's messed up. It shows contributions for the third quarter as $0, which would be fitting since the quarter started the day the report was generated. But if you look at the last contribution date, you'll see the previous contributions from groups that made contributions in the second quarter. All other groups showed 0 dollars contributed to Area 2 in the 2nd Quarter. Click here to download the entire District 2 … [Read more...]
Communication from the GSO General Manager – June 2024
June 26, 2024 Dear A.A. Friends, Warm summer greetings from the General Service Office! I’m grateful to share some updates from GSO. Since the 74th General Service Conference (GSC) in April, the office has been engaged in the process of organizing the actions of the Conference and planning for their implementation. Of significance was the election of a new Chair of the General Service Board (GSB), Scott H. Previously, Scott served as trustee-at-large/Canada from 2015-2019. He is the first … [Read more...]
The Legacy of Joe and Charlie: An Enduring Guide to the Big Book Study
Few workshops are as vibrant and enduring as the Joe and Charlie Big Book Study. This renowned study has become a cornerstone for many AA members, offering a profound exploration of the Big Book (Alcoholics Anonymous), the foundational text of AA. The story of Joe and Charlie is not just about two men; it's about a movement that continues to inspire and educate those seeking recovery. The Genesis of Joe and Charlie The tale of Joe and Charlie begins in the early 1970s, when Joe … [Read more...]
Memorial Service for Tony Legg
June 22, 2024. 12-4 PM 2580 Vaughn Bridge Road, Hartselle, AL … [Read more...]
Founders’ Day 2024
District 2 Will Celebrate the 89th Founders' Day with a Picnic at Sportsman Lake Park in Cullman on June 8th, 2024 District 2, like most other AA Districts in the country, has celebrated AA Founders' Day for many years. However, among the hot dogs and hamburgers, we often forget what Founders Day is. This year, join us at Sportsman Lake Park in Cullman as we honor those who have left us. Saturday, June 8th, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Al-Anon Speaker at 11 AM Hamburgers and Hot Dogs at Noon … [Read more...]
Area Assembly Venue Selection Results
You may know that the quarterly Area Assembly held at the Clarion Conference Center in Auburn has been under review for quite some time. Due to the loss of their franchise, the state of the hotel, and the end of the contract period in July, the search for a new location for the Area Assemblies has been underway for a while. District 2 received a note from the Area 1 chair with a PowerPoint presentation about the new assembly options. Clarion is still one of these, even though the facility's … [Read more...]
2024 First Quarter District Contributions to GSO
Each quarter, we receive financial reports detailing our district groups' contributions. No group is required to contribute to GSO. But, of course, there will be no AA without the General Services Office. Here's the email received from the GSB Treasurer. Dear DCM, Warmest Greetings from the General Service Office. Enclosed is a detailed statement of the contributions received from groups in your district for the first quarter of 2024. This report reflects contributions by groups who are … [Read more...]
D2 District 2 April 21, 2024, Meeting Minutes
Purpose of the District Meetings: District Business Meetings in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) are multifaceted. They play a crucial role in the effective functioning of the AA service structure at the district level. That's why it's so important for the groups and the district to maintain robust participation from the members. Still, more importantly, participation in your district activities increases the quality of your sobriety as you carry the message. Here are the key purposes of these … [Read more...]
D2 District 2 January 21, 2024 Meeting Minutes
Meeting Meetings Opening: 25 in attendance David P. opens the meeting with the Serenity Prayer. Tony L. read traditoions 1,2 & 5 Reports: Stephanie I. read the minutes from the October meeting. Motioned & accepted. Chris B. read the treasurer’s report. Balance of $3,717.41. Motioned & accepted. Nick Y. filled in for DCM at the Area Assembly. The topic was archives. Barbara & Annette were present. Preconference literature will drop in February. Tom B. … [Read more...]
District II Meeting Minutes from Oct. 15, 2023
District 2 minutes Oct 15, 2023 Opening: 11 in attendance Mike N open with Lord’s Prayer Reports: Chris B gave the treasurer's report. We have a balance of $3053.41 Josh S read the minutes from the last meeting Nick L filled in the area for DCM because neither DCM nor Alt could attend. He reports that Luke B our Alt Delegate is trying to get better communication w all dcm, gsr, etc. Josh brought copies of the final reports from GSO. CPC report: Josh S told some … [Read more...]
District 2 April 16, 2023, Meeting Minutes
Josh S Jaremie F Alice S Tony L Mike N Billy Wayne H Gene H Terrance B Gerry M Patricia C Chris B Nick Y Chris C Anthony L John S David P We opened with the serenity prayer Josh read Jan mins. Chris-gave the treasury report. $3695.49 is the balance after checks for DCM, pizza at workshop practice, and grapevines. Mike-gave DCM report about the Area 1 pre-conference. Our delegate is assigned to the Literature committee Nick- Area 1 operating in a deficit. Discussed … [Read more...]
Henry G. (Hank) Parkhurst. (1895-1954)
Hank Parkhurst was a business dynamo who was the first alcoholic to recover in New York, following Bill Wilson. Thus, Hank was New York's AA#2. His was a vital contribution to AA: without Hank Parkhurst the Big Book might never have been published. Hank was born March 13, 1895, in Marion, Iowa into a family that had lived in that area for several generations. He was so gifted an entrepreneur that an associate once described him as being able to produce a good idea a minute for business. … [Read more...]
District 2 Business Meeting Notes Dec 6 2015
District II Business Meeting Minutes December 6, 2015 @ Hartselle Hope Group Meeting opened: 3:00 P.M. with the Serenity Prayer. Lance B. chaired the meeting. Members present: Lance B., Tony L., Bobby A., Sue T., Kathy C., Rick L., Kelly C., Gene H., Suzette D., Mike N. Secretary’s Report: Read by Bobby A. Report approved. Motioned & passed. Treasury Report: Read by Sue T. in David P’s absence. Report approved. Motioned & passed. Old Business: Sue T. made copies … [Read more...]