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Listed here are Memos from the World Service Office where they reference many recurring questions that get asked of the WSO, during conferences and among members generally. They are included here for the benefit of Tennessee Area 52 Al-Anon and Alateen Family Groups members seeking answers to these often knotty problems, questions and concerns.

WSO Memos – FAQ’s

  • Former Members of AA and Service
  • Use of Gender Specific Language for HP
  • Anonymity and 12th Step Work
  • Al-Anon tagline and use of the term “problem drinkers”
  • Suggested Welcome
  • Questions on Crosstalk
  • Pyramid Sponsorship
  • Chanting following the closing prayer
  • Al‑Anon Declaration and A.A. Responsibility Statement
  • Reading the Steps and Traditions as written
  • Use of the A.A. ‘Big Book’ at Al-Anon meetings
  • Using Work or Personal Email Addresses
  • Al-Anon Promises
  • Use of daily readers at Al-Anon meetings
  • Question about CAL policies
  • Question Re: Contributions
  • Meditation during Al-Anon meetings
  • Use of Group created Tent Cards
  • WSO On Lord’s Prayer

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