Suggested Step-Study Meeting Format

Note: This format may be used as part of a Step study or as part of an OA meeting. OA-approved literature is the primary reference for working the Steps. However, numerous OA members have requested an OA-approved format for studying the Steps. As a result, the Board-Approved Literature Committee created this document. If you are … Continued

Professional Exhibits Fund Application

You must use this Professional Exhibits Fund Application PDF to submit your request. If you need translation help, refer to the translatable text below.

Conference Committees’ Statements of Purpose

Bylaws Committee This committee reviews and proposes changes to OA Inc.’s current bylaws and policies; advises other service bodies on forming, adopting, and refining their own bylaws; fosters a greater awareness for the uses and purposes of OA, Inc. bylaws; advises the Fellowship about amendments to OA, Inc. Bylaws that affect members, groups, and service … Continued

Suggested Telephone Meeting Format

We have found that consistent use of this format keeps meetings focused on OA recovery, reinforces our program, and encourages unity. It also provides a reassuring feeling of continuity—an important factor in member retention. Each group should modify this format to better suit its needs. Important Information About the Meeting Phone Bridge Number: __________ Access … Continued

Suggested Reading and Writing Meeting Format

We have found that consistent use of this format keeps meetings focused on OA recovery, reinforces our pro­gram, and encourages unity. It also provides a reassuring feeling of continuity—an important factor in member retention. Each group may modify this format to better suit its needs. Note: The Suggested Reading and Writing Meeting Format includes readings … Continued

Suggested Recovery-from-Relapse Meeting Format

Note: The Suggested Recovery-from-Relapse Meeting Format includes readings of Our Invitation to You (which includes the Twelve Steps of OA), the Twelve Traditions of OA, the Tools of Recovery (abridged), the Recovery Insurance Policy, and the OA Promise. Find, print, and/or download these resources in the Document Library on oa.org. Links to these resources are … Continued

Suggested Online Meeting Format

We have found that consistent use of this format keeps meetings focused on OA recovery, reinforces our program, and encourages unity. It also provides a reassuring feeling of continuity—an important factor in member retention. Each group should modify this format to better suit its needs. Note: The Suggested Online Meeting Format includes readings of Our … Continued

Suggested Meeting Format

We have found that consistent use of this format keeps meetings focused on OA recovery, reinforces our pro­gram, and encourages unity. It also provides a reassuring feeling of continuity—an important factor in member retention. Each group may modify this format to better suit its needs. Note: The Suggested Meeting Format includes readings of Our Invitation … Continued

Suggested Atheist/Agnostic/Secular Meeting Format

We have found that consistent use of this format keeps meetings focused on OA recovery, reinforces our pro­gram, and encourages unity. It also provides a reassuring feeling of continuity—an important factor in member retention. Each group may modify this format to better suit its needs. Note: Please open the meeting NO later than ten minutes … Continued

Guidelines for OA Events

These guidelines have been developed through the experience of OA members and the Board of Trustees, who have contributed to their creation. They reflect OA Traditions and Concepts of Service as reflected in our OA Conference-approved literature. These guidelines are strong suggestions based on the experience of those who have gone before. The guidelines do … Continued