Bellevue, Redmond, East Lake Sammamish, Mercer Island
dcm34@area72aa.org
Attracting Members to Service in AA
My Personnel Experience with Service
During my early years as a newcomer in the AA fellowship I was introduced to service.
It was strongly suggested I get involved. Some of the benefits included having a commitment in my homegroup, being responsible, meeting other sober people, and potentially increasing my chances of staying sober.
I started my service venture with a coffee commitment and eventually took on other commitments with groups (secretary, chairperson, GSR, treatment chair). I enjoy participating in service and have committed since being a member of AA. I spread the word about the importance of doing service to sponsees, groups, newcomers, and oldtimers. I express the joy and fulfillment I receive when giving back to a fellowship that has assisted me in regaining a positive life (mentally, physically and spiritually). Eight years and 3 months later, I am still committed to service with the same vigor from the beginning of time. I have recently taken on the commitment of ALT DCM for district 34.
Attracting Members to Service in District 34 in 2025
- Upcoming District 34 Speed Dating Event – District 34 will host a speed dating event in Bellevue, WA at the Kelsey Creek Church on Saturday 1/25/25 to attract AA members to participate in service. The purpose of the event is to provide information about current open service positions at the district level. There are currently 6 open Chairperson positions requiring a 2-year commitment. We will have former CHAIRS who have served in these positions available to discuss the responsibilities of each opportunity and answer questions. Flyers have been created and distributed at meetings to promote this event. We are asking for volunteers to participate in set-up and clean-up for the event.
- Upcoming Area 72 CPC Quarterly Cooperation with Professional Community
District 34 will host this event on 2/1/25 in Bellevue, WA at the Kelsey Creek Church. The committee ‘s goal is to provide a message of what AA is and isn’t “into the hands of professionals who have direct contact with still suffering Alcoholics”. This will also be an opportunity for individuals to learn how AA carries the message to the professional community (treatment centers, hospitals, doctors, etc.). Additionally, district members are working to secure volunteers for service commitments such as set-up, make coffee, greeting, and break down. This event will be Hybrid. Flyers are being distributed.
Belinda P.
Alt DCM /district 34
