Note: The Suggested Young Adults Meeting Format includes readings of the Twelve Steps of OA, the Twelve Traditions of OA, the Tools of Recovery (abridged), and the OA Promise. Find, print, and/or download these resources in the Document Library on oa.org. Links to these resources are both embedded and listed at the end of the meeting format. … Continued
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
As described in the OA Handbook for Members, Groups and Service Bodies, many groups hold meetings to determine how best to conduct meetings, spend funds, organize special events, and deal with issues that affect the group or OA as a whole. These meetings to discuss the business of the group allow members to work together to … Continued
1. Opening “Welcome to the [day and time] __________ Lifeline discussion meeting of Overeaters Anonymous. My name is __________. I am a compulsive eater and the leader for this meeting.” 2–13. Welcome and Further Remarks Refer to the Suggested Meeting Format (available in the Document Library at oa.org) or use your group’s choice of opening … Continued