Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides a place for people who want to recover from alcoholism. To join, the only thing you need is the desire to stop drinking. Area 59 is a branch of AA that includes groups in Eastern Pennsylvania. This article will focus specifically on District 24, which falls under Area 59.
District 24: How it’s structured and what it does
District 24 is made up of around 44 different participating groups. The district welcomes all groups to send representatives to district and area events.
Each group gets one vote at district meetings, whether that vote is cast by the group’s General Service Representative (GSR), an Alternate General Service Representative (AGSR), or another representative the group has chosen.
District officers also get a vote at district meetings. District officers include the District Committee Member (DCM), the Alternate District Committee Member (ADCM), the Treasurer, and the Secretary.
District 24 Meetings
District 24 holds its meetings via Zoom on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.
These meetings are usually attended by district officers, general service representatives (GSRs), assistant general service representatives (AGSRs), guest speakers, and other interested AA members. At the meetings, members share their experiences, strengths, and hopes as they work to solve common problems. The meetings focus on how to carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to alcoholics who are still suffering from the disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Area 59?
Area 59 refers to a specific geographic region within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). AA is divided into different service structures to effectively support its members, and Area 59 is one of these divisions. It’s composed of numerous AA groups within a defined area, typically encompassing a portion of a state or several smaller states. The purpose of Area 59, like all AA areas, is to facilitate communication, cooperation, and service among AA groups, ensuring that the AA message of recovery reaches those who need it. Area 59 is part of a larger framework that ultimately connects local groups to the General Service Office (GSO) of AA.
What is EPGSA?
EPGSA stands for the Eastern Pennsylvania General Service Assembly. It is a service entity within Alcoholics Anonymous. The EPGSA acts as a bridge between the individual AA groups in the Eastern Pennsylvania area and the General Service Office (GSO). It’s a forum where representatives from different AA groups can come together to discuss matters of common interest, share experiences, and participate in the decision-making processes that affect AA as a whole. The EPGSA provides a way for local groups to have their voices heard and contribute to the overall direction and well-being of AA.
Putting It All Together
If you’re an AA member in District 24, your participation is welcome! Remember that AA’s primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
District 24 exists to support groups in carrying the message of recovery to those who still suffer from alcoholism. Check the area’s AA website regularly for updates and information about upcoming events.