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Literature Committee
Words That Carry the Message
Our goal is to inform District 8 groups and members about available Conference-approved literature and recovery tools, and to carry the message in alignment with AA’s Steps and Traditions.
All the Literature You Didn’t Know You Needed
Scan the QR code or click the pamphlet!
Also, check out the library in the menu!
What is conference approved literature?
Join Us!
Distribute the message, one pamphlet at a time.
Contact the Literature Committee Chairperson for the virtual meeting link to attend our monthly Committee meetings.
When: Last Monday of every month
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: Virtual Meeting Platform
Contact: Literature@district8area15aa.org
What we do!
Inform District 8 groups and members of available Conference-approved literature, audiovisual materials, and other special items through displays and other appropriate methods
Encourage A.A. members to read and purchase A.A. literature from local Intergroup offices or the A.A.W.S. Online Bookstore
Provide literature for groups and District events when requested
Plan and coordinate projects and events that support the committee’s mission
Respond to inquiries and provide guidance on available literature and information sources
Committee Participation & Reporting
Attend the monthly District 8 Business Meeting and report on Literature activity
Attend the Area 15 Quarterly Literature Meeting and report to District 8
Conduct monthly Literature Committee meetings to discuss new items from G.S.O.
The Literature Chair may conduct the committee meeting as they wish, ensuring that new items will be discussed.
Literature Supply & Distribution
Become familiar with the contents of AA literature to assist in answering questions and reviewing new materials
Ensure an ample supply of current General Service Conference-approved literature (pamphlets, books, audiovisual, etc.)
Coordinate literature displays at District 8 events and Business Meetings
Provide AA-approved literature that may correspond with other committees (e.g., P-26 A.A. in Correctional Facilities)
New GSR Packets
- Assemble and provide new GSR packets at District 8 Business Meetings
Packets include the District 8 GSR Welcome document, AA Service Manual, and instructions for accessing:
The Book of Resolutions
The Book of Current Practices
The Legacy of Service
Communication & Maintenance
Monitor committee email: literature@district8area15aa.org
Maintain communication with the Website Chair to keep literature materials current online
Budgeting & Research
Submit the annual Literature Committee budget to the District 8 Treasurer
Review and provide background on Literature agenda items before the General Service Conference
Qualifications to become a Committee Chair
3 years of sobriety
1 year as a GSR in District 8
