District 8C DCM Report
Oct. 26, 201-3 District Mtg.
I am happy to report that I had the pleasure of attending the sWTA 68 Fall Conference & Voting
Assembly held in Weslaco from Oct. t8-20. This trip was much more enjoyable and pleasureable than
the one I took to Round Rock. The room was very nice and appeared to have been recently remodeled,
as I also noted the shower fixtures appeared new and worked great.
The Assembly opened with registration at 4:00 pm , I arrived at approx. 6:30 Fri. evening. Area
Chairperson Denise Thorn did the opening welcome and theme presentation done by Dean Dubal, Dist.
10 DCM. Afterwards a recovery skit was performed by several members with a parody of Gilligans
lsland, which I really enjoyed and thought was real neat, and had some good laughs. That was followed
by a speaker from David T. When he was done the Area CIfficers & Chairs had a planning get together at
9:15 and that concluded the Fri. night events.
Sat. events started at 8:00 am with the welcome and opening readings, followed by introductions of
Area officers, chairs, DCMs,and GSRs The Area Sect., Treasure, and Registrar gave their reports.
According to the registrar there were 22A paid registrations at the assembly. At 8:45 GSR workshop and
Area committee meeting were held. I attended the area committee meeting facilitated by Alt. Area
Chairperson Jonathan Smith. I have the agenda of that mtg. if anyone would like to see. At 10:00 am
Fred Castro, Area comm. Bilingual chair gave a real good Spanish speaker mtg. which he did in English
and Spanish. At 1:15 business item was voted on, regarding the Delegate funding for this coming year
General Svc. Conf. in New York. Motion was made and passed to send GSO 52000.00 for the Delegates
trip, 5400.00 above what GSo suggests, which is $1600.00. We then broke for lunch, afterwards there
was one proposal that was voted on that did not pass, see newsletter. After that elections of area
officers began and lasted for some time. Area Officers elected were as follows: Delegate James Hurst,
Alt. Delegate Denise Thorn, Area Chairperson Jonathan Smith and Alt. Area Chairperson Stephen
Schaeffer. Also the nominations by the newly elected Delegate for the other area officers were as
follows :Area Treas. Don Stubblefield, Area Sect. Tony Ruiz and Area Reg. Sonya Baker. After dinner
Delegate Pam iurica gave her farewells that was followed by Regional Trustee Clayton Vandivort being
the nights last speaker. The raffle followed shortly there after, with me winning a small price.
Sun. events started at 8:30 am with the days opening by Den ise. The Area Comm. Report was given by
Area Sect. Jere Johnson. The GSR workshop report given by Cindy Johnson, Area Svc. Comm. Reports
given by the rest of the area chairs. After a short break the ask it basket followed with various questions
being submitted, see notes. That was followed by the last speaker of the conf. Jim Chancy. Afterwards
the Conf. closed at approx. 1l-:30am. This was a condensed version of the weekends activities, I have
notes that go into more detail if anyone would like to see them. At this time I would like to thank all of
you for placing your trust in me to be your trusted servant and will continue to do my best to serve you
to the best of my ability. lt was a very informative weekend and had lots of fun as well. I look forward to
the next assembly which is the winter workshop to be held in New Braunfels Jan. 17-19 20j.4. Once
again thank you, your Dist. 8C DCM Mario Rodriguez.
Saturday, October 26, 2013
District 8C Minutes of 8-31-13 meeting (approved)
District 8 Meeting
8-31-13
Meeting was opened at 1:30 pm with the Serenity Prayer by DCM, Mario R
Group Attendance:
. Alice - Steve G.
o Al-K, Kingsville -Linda, Bill J, Gary D
. 2nd Chance, Falfurrias - Mario R
o Glossbrenner, San Diego -
o SASTO, Riviera- Steve M.
o Una Dia a LaYez, Kingsville - Jose
Minutes of July meeting were read by Linda K. and approved as corrected.
Finance report was givefby Linda K.
Committee Reports:
o CFCiJimmy K. (not present)
r Website/Steve M: Started a BLOG for the District
o Flyer for Workshop/Steve M: emailed it to CBLA. Has some printed at home, will
bring to future meetings.
o PI/PCP/Don J: (not present)
o Treatment
o Bilingual:
o Grapevine/Tomas: (not present)
DCM Report:
Mario handed out his printed report and read it to the group. The report included
personal notes to members, activities in his home group 2nd Chance, and his participation
in the Area 68 PVCPC Conference August 16-18 in Austin. Mario will be attending the
Area 68 Fall Assembly October 18, 19,20 in Weslaco.
Old Business:
o The Sept. 2l workshop on "Seryice and Individual Participation" by James Hurst
was discussed. Each group was reminded of their commihent to bring a food
item to be served at the event, also, to invite members from their groups.
o The idea of hosting an Area PVCPC or CFC Conference was discussed again. It
is still on the "back bumer."
o Archives are still in the *thought process" and hopefully will surface soon.
New Business:
o Motion made by Bill J, 2nd Steve M to have District 8C pay for a case of Big
Books to be mailed to Glossbrenner SAF-P Unit. Linda K will order them on her
credit card when she orders a personal contribution to the Unit; ttre District will
reimbrnse her for their share. Motion passed.
o Motion made by Steve G, 2ott Linda K to have a special line item for literature
included in the finance report. The literatrne fund would be used to buy bools for
any of the correctional facilities within our disfiict. Motion passed.
The basket was passed according to the 7tr Tradition; collections totaled $78.
Next meeting will be September 2l at l:30 pm. The workshop given by James H. will be
in lieu of an official district meeting. If there are urgent items to discuss, members will
meet immediately after the workshop to take care of business.
Meeting was closed at 3:15 pm with the Responsibility Statement.
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda K, Secretary
8-31-13
Meeting was opened at 1:30 pm with the Serenity Prayer by DCM, Mario R
Group Attendance:
. Alice - Steve G.
o Al-K, Kingsville -Linda, Bill J, Gary D
. 2nd Chance, Falfurrias - Mario R
o Glossbrenner, San Diego -
o SASTO, Riviera- Steve M.
o Una Dia a LaYez, Kingsville - Jose
Minutes of July meeting were read by Linda K. and approved as corrected.
Finance report was givefby Linda K.
Committee Reports:
o CFCiJimmy K. (not present)
r Website/Steve M: Started a BLOG for the District
o Flyer for Workshop/Steve M: emailed it to CBLA. Has some printed at home, will
bring to future meetings.
o PI/PCP/Don J: (not present)
o Treatment
o Bilingual:
o Grapevine/Tomas: (not present)
DCM Report:
Mario handed out his printed report and read it to the group. The report included
personal notes to members, activities in his home group 2nd Chance, and his participation
in the Area 68 PVCPC Conference August 16-18 in Austin. Mario will be attending the
Area 68 Fall Assembly October 18, 19,20 in Weslaco.
Old Business:
o The Sept. 2l workshop on "Seryice and Individual Participation" by James Hurst
was discussed. Each group was reminded of their commihent to bring a food
item to be served at the event, also, to invite members from their groups.
o The idea of hosting an Area PVCPC or CFC Conference was discussed again. It
is still on the "back bumer."
o Archives are still in the *thought process" and hopefully will surface soon.
New Business:
o Motion made by Bill J, 2nd Steve M to have District 8C pay for a case of Big
Books to be mailed to Glossbrenner SAF-P Unit. Linda K will order them on her
credit card when she orders a personal contribution to the Unit; ttre District will
reimbrnse her for their share. Motion passed.
o Motion made by Steve G, 2ott Linda K to have a special line item for literature
included in the finance report. The literatrne fund would be used to buy bools for
any of the correctional facilities within our disfiict. Motion passed.
The basket was passed according to the 7tr Tradition; collections totaled $78.
Next meeting will be September 2l at l:30 pm. The workshop given by James H. will be
in lieu of an official district meeting. If there are urgent items to discuss, members will
meet immediately after the workshop to take care of business.
Meeting was closed at 3:15 pm with the Responsibility Statement.
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda K, Secretary
Thursday, October 17, 2013
with us?
AA Thought for the
Day
(courtesy AA-Alive.net)
October 17, 2013
Anger
It is a spiritual axiom that every time we are disturbed, no matter what,
there is something wrong with us.
If somebody hurts us and we are sore, we are in the wrong also.
But are there no exceptions to this rule?
What about "justifiable" anger? If somebody cheats us, aren't we entitled to be mad?
Can't we be properly angry with self-righteous folk?
For us of AA these are dangerous exceptions. We have found that justified anger
ought to be left to those better qualified to handle it.
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, p. 90
(courtesy AA-Alive.net)
October 17, 2013
Anger
It is a spiritual axiom that every time we are disturbed, no matter what,
there is something wrong with us.
If somebody hurts us and we are sore, we are in the wrong also.
But are there no exceptions to this rule?
What about "justifiable" anger? If somebody cheats us, aren't we entitled to be mad?
Can't we be properly angry with self-righteous folk?
For us of AA these are dangerous exceptions. We have found that justified anger
ought to be left to those better qualified to handle it.
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, p. 90
Saturday, September 21, 2013
AA Thought for the Day
AA Thought for the
Day
(courtesy AA-Alive.net)
September 21, 2013
Faith
Deep down in every man, woman, and child is the fundamental idea of God.
It may be obscured by calamity, by pomp, by worship of other things,
but in some form or other it is there.
For faith in a Power greater than ourselves,
and miraculous demonstrations of that power in human lives,
are facts as old as man himself.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 55
Thought to Ponder . . .
Faith is mighty. Action with faith is mightier.
(courtesy AA-Alive.net)
September 21, 2013
Faith
Deep down in every man, woman, and child is the fundamental idea of God.
It may be obscured by calamity, by pomp, by worship of other things,
but in some form or other it is there.
For faith in a Power greater than ourselves,
and miraculous demonstrations of that power in human lives,
are facts as old as man himself.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, p. 55
Thought to Ponder . . .
Faith is mighty. Action with faith is mightier.
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Workshop on September 21, 2013
District 8C will host a
workshop on September 21, 2013 at the AL-K Clubhouse in Kingsville 3rd Street
SWTA Area 68 Alternate
Delegate James H. will present on the subject:
The Importance of Service and
Individual Participation in Alcoholics Anonymous
Homemade Lasagna and all the
trimmings served at 1:30 PM with the workshop following. Any other covered
dishes are welcome.
For more information contact:
Linda at 361-522-1522
Alcoholics Anonymous District
8C
Minutes of 7-20-13 District 8 C Meeting
Minutes of 7-20-13 District 8C Meeting
Meeting was opened at 1:30 pm with the Serenity Prayer by DCM, Mario R
Groups present
r Alice - Steve G.
o Al-K, Kingsville - Don, Linda" Thomas, Bill
. 2nd Chance, Falfurrias - Mario R
o Glossbrenner, San Diego - Jimmy K
o SASTO, Riviera- Steve M.
e Una Di a La Vez, Kingsville - Joe
Meeting was opened by District Committee Member (DCM), Mario R.
Minutes of June meeting were read and approved as corrected.
Committee Reports:
CFC/Jimmy K: Attendance good at Glossbrenner $AF-p. Men are always asking
for Big Books.
Website/Steve M: Webmaster is looking into it.
Flyer for Workshop/Steve M: need information for it. o PVPCP/Don J: asked questions about some of the PI opportunities.
Treatment
Bilingual
Grapevine/Tomas
DCM Report:
Mario gave a great and very informative report on the Area Summer Workshop. He
handed out his printed report given at Round Rock and at the District 8C meeting.
Old Business:
o Introduce self support from groups to District. . Pay Al-K $5 to cover electricity; Bill said the building fund would take care of cost.
o Create Archives of District (flyers, minutes, etc.; Steve G will talk to Ron in Alice
to see if he still has archives. Linda has archives from Kelly M
o Web page - Steve M will investigate
o Behind the Walls - volunteers o District members visit each group, one meeting per month; Aug. 5 in Riviera.
o Steve G will look at Area website for voting items at October Assembly. o Linda willretiry Area Registrar of new PO address.
The Sept. 21 workshop on "Service and Individual Participation" by James Hurst
was discussed. Each group represented committed to a food item to be served at
the event.
New Business:
o Motion made by Linda" 2od Steve M that District donate $70 to Area for Mario's
portion of lodging with Area Officer. Also, to reimburse Mario $85 for his
expenses. Motion passed.
o A flyer for District 8€ workshop on Aug. 10 was presented to all at meeting. No
action or decision was made regarding attendance.
Steve G brought up the idea of Dist 8C hosting an Area PVCPC or CFC
Conference. Action was tabled.
The basket was passed according to the 7th Tradition.
Future meetings will be held in Kingsville unless other group invite the District to their
location.
Next meeting will be August 3l at 1:30 pm
Motion by Jimmy \2"d by Bill J to close meeting. Meeting was closed at 3:15 pm with
the Responsibility Statement.
Submitted by Linda K, Secretary
Meeting was opened at 1:30 pm with the Serenity Prayer by DCM, Mario R
Groups present
r Alice - Steve G.
o Al-K, Kingsville - Don, Linda" Thomas, Bill
. 2nd Chance, Falfurrias - Mario R
o Glossbrenner, San Diego - Jimmy K
o SASTO, Riviera- Steve M.
e Una Di a La Vez, Kingsville - Joe
Meeting was opened by District Committee Member (DCM), Mario R.
Minutes of June meeting were read and approved as corrected.
Committee Reports:
CFC/Jimmy K: Attendance good at Glossbrenner $AF-p. Men are always asking
for Big Books.
Website/Steve M: Webmaster is looking into it.
Flyer for Workshop/Steve M: need information for it. o PVPCP/Don J: asked questions about some of the PI opportunities.
Treatment
Bilingual
Grapevine/Tomas
DCM Report:
Mario gave a great and very informative report on the Area Summer Workshop. He
handed out his printed report given at Round Rock and at the District 8C meeting.
Old Business:
o Introduce self support from groups to District. . Pay Al-K $5 to cover electricity; Bill said the building fund would take care of cost.
o Create Archives of District (flyers, minutes, etc.; Steve G will talk to Ron in Alice
to see if he still has archives. Linda has archives from Kelly M
o Web page - Steve M will investigate
o Behind the Walls - volunteers o District members visit each group, one meeting per month; Aug. 5 in Riviera.
o Steve G will look at Area website for voting items at October Assembly. o Linda willretiry Area Registrar of new PO address.
The Sept. 21 workshop on "Service and Individual Participation" by James Hurst
was discussed. Each group represented committed to a food item to be served at
the event.
New Business:
o Motion made by Linda" 2od Steve M that District donate $70 to Area for Mario's
portion of lodging with Area Officer. Also, to reimburse Mario $85 for his
expenses. Motion passed.
o A flyer for District 8€ workshop on Aug. 10 was presented to all at meeting. No
action or decision was made regarding attendance.
Steve G brought up the idea of Dist 8C hosting an Area PVCPC or CFC
Conference. Action was tabled.
The basket was passed according to the 7th Tradition.
Future meetings will be held in Kingsville unless other group invite the District to their
location.
Next meeting will be August 3l at 1:30 pm
Motion by Jimmy \2"d by Bill J to close meeting. Meeting was closed at 3:15 pm with
the Responsibility Statement.
Submitted by Linda K, Secretary
DCM REPORT
DCM REPORT
DIST. 8C MTG
SAT. AUG.31,2013
I would like to start off my report with a word of thanks to all who have shown their support
and prayers to me and my family. As some of you know my father-in-law has
been in real poor health, and has been in and out of the hospital several times. My mother-in-
law has also had complete knee replacement and is in a healing and rehab process as well. It
appears that we are just waiting for God to call him home. Once again thanks to all.
On a lighter note I would like to report that the 2^d Chance Group in Fal. Held a brown bag
special fundraiser on Aug. 8th, which consisted of a brisket burger,chips, and a drink for $5.00.
Happy to announce that it was a big success, bringing in a total of $290.00 in donations. All
items used were contributed by the group members, and most of the donations brought in by
family and friends of group members, and being aware of the traditions as far as anonymity was
concerned. Proceeds to be used for the literature fund.
Would also like to report that I had the pleasure of attending the PUCPC conference in Austin
on Aug. 16-18- The theme for the conf. was "Anonymous, not invisible". I found it very
informative and interesting and really enjoyed being in attendance. I am sad to report though
that I accidentally dropped my reading glass case onto the street and they rolled into the storm
drain. The conf. was held at the Hilton Garden Inn and was a real nice hotel, next to the
renowned 6th street. Several workshops were held and some with panels of speakers as well.
A documentary on Bill W was also shown that I found to be very informative, that also gave an
account on his life and history of the program. Several talks were given on the public
information aspect of the conf and cooperating with the professional community as well.
Another speaker gave a talk on Pl outreach: Carrying the message to alcoholics with special
needs, which was interpreted by sign language, which I thought was really neat. After each talk
we all had the opportunity to ask questions if we had any.
Also happy to report that I did very well on the raffle, winning four different items. There were
approx. 80 items to be raffled, which I and a couple of group members from fal donated a few
items. And with this I conclude my report and look forward to attending the assembly in
Weslaco in Oct. thanks for letting me be your trusted servant.
DIST. 8C MTG
SAT. AUG.31,2013
I would like to start off my report with a word of thanks to all who have shown their support
and prayers to me and my family. As some of you know my father-in-law has
been in real poor health, and has been in and out of the hospital several times. My mother-in-
law has also had complete knee replacement and is in a healing and rehab process as well. It
appears that we are just waiting for God to call him home. Once again thanks to all.
On a lighter note I would like to report that the 2^d Chance Group in Fal. Held a brown bag
special fundraiser on Aug. 8th, which consisted of a brisket burger,chips, and a drink for $5.00.
Happy to announce that it was a big success, bringing in a total of $290.00 in donations. All
items used were contributed by the group members, and most of the donations brought in by
family and friends of group members, and being aware of the traditions as far as anonymity was
concerned. Proceeds to be used for the literature fund.
Would also like to report that I had the pleasure of attending the PUCPC conference in Austin
on Aug. 16-18- The theme for the conf. was "Anonymous, not invisible". I found it very
informative and interesting and really enjoyed being in attendance. I am sad to report though
that I accidentally dropped my reading glass case onto the street and they rolled into the storm
drain. The conf. was held at the Hilton Garden Inn and was a real nice hotel, next to the
renowned 6th street. Several workshops were held and some with panels of speakers as well.
A documentary on Bill W was also shown that I found to be very informative, that also gave an
account on his life and history of the program. Several talks were given on the public
information aspect of the conf and cooperating with the professional community as well.
Another speaker gave a talk on Pl outreach: Carrying the message to alcoholics with special
needs, which was interpreted by sign language, which I thought was really neat. After each talk
we all had the opportunity to ask questions if we had any.
Also happy to report that I did very well on the raffle, winning four different items. There were
approx. 80 items to be raffled, which I and a couple of group members from fal donated a few
items. And with this I conclude my report and look forward to attending the assembly in
Weslaco in Oct. thanks for letting me be your trusted servant.
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