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Maui Serenity Gazette
April, 2021 Email info@aamaui.org to get this by email. Get meeting schedule & more at www.aamaui.org
STEP FOUR “Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.”
Aloha A .A .ers, Jimmy James here and still a recovering alcoholic. Right out of the gate
with the Step Four of the 12 x12 text. Creation gave us instincts for a purpose. Without them
we wouldn’t be complete human beings. So, what instincts makes us complete human beings?
The number one desire that we as humans want is to be happy, joyous, and free. Just as
described on page 84 in the big textbook to what is called the 9 th step promises. If we are
painstaking about this phase of our development. I couldn't have any gain without the pain.
That is how it works, not my plans and designs. That there is always the seemly process of de-
nial from the obsession defying what we the fellowship know verses what Jimmy James is
thinking, if I listen honestly.
I will listen to what the “We” is saying and not the what Jimmy James thinks is im-
portant. When I only think about myself I bring more pain and suffering from the insanity of
the disease. A disease that had more power over me than my Higher Power at the time. I took
this process of Step work from the textbook the Big Book of AA from a recovered alcoholic.
As stated, “Resentment is the number one offender.”
What I need, is to be connected—so We can survive. To be happy and free with creating
positive neuron tranzplasticity in keeping myself awaken in conscious contact with my Creator
with having spiritual principles that bring serenity and peace. Not for myself but for others, a
completely 180 degree change to another degree of change day by day having what I have
completed in as having goals and with this process that is begun and to be practiced.
Step Four is beginning of lifetime practice, with the importance of thoroughness, and in-
ventory reviews relationships. Not how my instincts can exceed their proper function, as ob-
sessions. Step Four is the complete and fearless effort to discover our liabilities on paper so I
can examine with my sponsor with what is life on life’s terms.
Mahalo for listening as seeing :)
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“ Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or A.A. as a whole.”
OUR DECISIONS AFFECT OTHERS
For too long, I thought I was autonomous in my own right; this is also called being self-centered or selfish, with “self-will
run riot.” This Tradition helps me understand that I cannot take any actions harmful to others without dire consequences
to myself. I learned that nothing was really good unless other people also were considered. If I don’t seek the advice and
help of others in matters affecting them, then I again become God in my own life, the exact nature of my wrongs.
The one word that characterizes the fourth tradition is the word “decisions.” This tradition teaches me how to make deci-
sions and maintain good relationships with God and you at the same time. The traditions show us how to get along with
each other. The second half of the fourth tradition teaches me to consult others when I make decisions that affect them.
I am not to be a dictator in making decisions that affect other people’s lives (or the community) as I did when I was drink-
ing. I need help from others, especially in matters affecting them. My goal is unanimity. If I don’t seek the ad-
vice and help of others in matters affecting them, then I again become God in my own life, the exact nature of my
wrongs.
Step-Tradition Parallel
If I don’t seek the advice and help of others in matters affecting them, then I again become God in my own life, the exact
nature of my wrongs. The steps help to restore my relationship with God (through inventory among other things) and the
traditions show me how to get along with God (and others). I was God in my own life. I was a dictator. With others, I was
just the opposite. I sought their approval. The fourth tradition solves this dilemma: I seek to be one with God and to be
one with others about matters affecting them. There are certain things that must be done alone with God, such as writ-
ing inventory. Writing inventory is an autonomous function. Interesting parallel.
TRADITION’S INVENTORY
The 12 Traditions were created to help each A.A. group maintain unity and relate better to the world about us. With that
in mind, they have been widely used in helping us learn how to be in better relationships with everyone in our
life. Below is a snapshot inventory you can take to see how well you are honoring the spiritual principle found in this
Tradition (in and out of the rooms of A.A.). The foundation of this inventory is from the A.A. Tradition’s Checklist first
published in the A.A. Grapevine.
1. Do I insist that there are only a few right ways of doing things in AA?
2. Does my group always consider the welfare of the rest of AA? Of nearby groups? Of Loners in Alaska? Of Interna-
tionalists miles from port? Of a group in Rome or El Salvador?
3. Do I put down other members’ behavior when it is different from mine, or do I learn from it?
4. Do I always bear in mind that, to those outsiders who know I am in AA, I may to some extent represent our entire
beloved Fellowship?
5. Am I willing to help a newcomer go to any lengths—his lengths, not mine—to stay sober?
6. Do I share my knowledge of AA tools with other members who may not have heard of them?
7. What “questions” could we ask ourselves before we make a decision to use our autonomy?
Does autonomy excuse or justify improper behavior?
-- An Anonymous Member
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Where to Send Contributions:
The Seventh Tradition states:
“Every A.A. group ought to Contributions to Maui Intergroup
Make checks payable to:
be fully self-supporting,
Maui AA (include Group name, #)
declining outside 70 Central Ave, Suite #1, Wailuku, HI 96793
contributions.” While
contributions cover each Members may contribute online @
group's rent and other aamaui.org/contributions
expenses, the Seventh
Tradition is essential Contributions to Districts
Make checks payable to:
at every level of A.A. service.
each individual District, include Group name, #
It is both a privilege and a
Kihei District P.O. Box 815, Puunene, HI 96784
responsibility for groups No Ka Oi District P.O. Box 843, Puunene, HI 96784
and members to ensure TriIsland District P.O. Box 11814, Lahaina, HI 96761
that not only their group,
but also their Contributions to GSO
intergroup/central office, Make checks payable to:
local services, district,
GENERAL FUND
General Service Office
area, and the General Service
P.O. Box 459 Grand Central Station NY, NY 10163
Office remain
self-supporting. This keeps Contributions to Hawaii Area 17
A.A. free of outside influences that Make checks payable to:
might divert us from our Hawaii Area AA Committee (include Group name, #)
primary purpose — Hawaii Area Committee
to help the alcoholic who still
PO Box 1413 Honolulu, HI 96814
suffers.
The amount of our
contribution is In keeping with Tradition Seven, you must be an A.A.
secondary to the spiritual member to make a contribution.
connection that unites
all groups around the world.
—-Source AA.ORG
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Spirit of Service in A.A.
The good ol’ Service Conversation between my Head and my Hand.
Head: “Don't do it Hand. You know we are too busy! Our plate is so full, how can we take on a 2
year commitment when we don't even know what we are doing next week - let alone the next 2
years! Don't do it!”
[Hand Raises, accepting a Service Position]
Head: “Damn you! You did it again. Well, if we fail it’s all on you.”
Hand: “You always go there. ‘What if this, what if that, what if we fail, we’re too busy.’ How many
years have we been sober?”
Head: “11 years.”
Hand: “How many of those years have we been in service?”
Head: “11 years.”
Hand: “Correct. We have been in service for ALL of our sober life. Remember these positions? BBQ
coordinator, Meeting Secretary, Intergroup Rep , Intergroup Chair, Meeting Treasure, Intergroup
Treasure? And it always works out! Have some faith! Try not to think about it too much, Head.”
Head: “You’re right. I will, I'll try. We got this!”
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INTERGROUP STILL HAS AN OPEN SERVICE
POSITION:
RECORDING SECRETARY
[in brief, the recording secretary is the elected officer who takes the meeting minutes]
IF YOU’D LIKE TO BE OF SERVICE, PLEASE ATTEND THE INTERGROUP MONTHLY
MEETING.
INFORMATION FOR INTERGROUP AND DISTRICT MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETINGS CAN BE
FOUND AT WWW.AAMAUI.ORG UNDER THE ‘SERVICE’ TAB.
IS YOUR GROUP MEETING IN-PERSON?
ONLINE?
OR NOT CURRENTLY MEETING DUE TO
COVID CLOSURES?
PLEASE inform Central Office so we can keep our members and others up-
to-date. (Carry the Message!)
You can contact Central Office via email:
info@aamaui.org
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Maui Intergroup Monthly Meeting Minutes
March 13, 2021 via Zoom
6:00 PM Call to order (Chair – Dave S.) Open with the Serenity Prayer, Maui Intergroup Preamble. Introductions of Steering Commit-
tee and Intergroup Representatives
Mark H. Intergroup Chair, JimmyJames T. Intergroup Co-Chair, Kevin M. Intergroup Treasurer, Michelle G. Central Office, Craig Y.
District 5 Alt DCM, Ellen B. Kihei Morning Serenity, Troy - Happy Hour, Jackie - To Thine Own Self Be True
REPORTS
Steering Committee Report (Chair – Dave S.) Looked at Agenda; Talked about All Island Intergroup event
Treasurer’s Report (Kevin M.) (page 9 In Serenity Gazette) $4,179.41 income; expenses were $2,916.64 including literature, rent for
March, Zoom Account. In the black this month. YTD expenses $5,496.30. Waiting to hear from Insurance Broker about paying less
since we are not having the usual live events in first half of 2021.
Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report: Jimmy James, Second: Troy. Motion passed.
Central Office Manager’s / Serenity Gazette Report (Michelle G.)
Articles for April Serenity Gazette (due Wednesday before the IG meeting)
Step 4: Jimmy James; Tradition 4: (ask for someone to write it.) Service: Kevin M.
Need remote phone volunteer for Tuesday afternoons 1p-4p (1 year sobriety requirement)
Hawaii Area or Maui District reports / Standing Service Committee reports
No Ka Oi District 5 (Craig Y.) –District 5 meeting via Zoom, District does not currently have a physical place to meet. No Hana Cara-
van due to Covid. Inform the Delegate March 27-28th. District 5 has open service positions. Please attend monthly meeting if interested
in being of service. Find Zoom info on website (aamaui.org) under ‘service’ tab.
Intergroup Representative Group Reports
Jackie (TTOSBT) Open service positions available. Group meets 6 days per week.
Troy (Happy Hour) Meeting attendance has been good. More visitors are attending
Ellen (KMS) All is well. Attendance has been good.
OLD BUSINESS
Open Intergroup Service Position: Recording Secretary- still looking for volunteer
NEW BUSINESS
All Island Intergroup Extravaganza March 17th – Info posted online.
Get more info out about Intergroup Service
Upcoming Events? Central Office Bash in May 2021? Cancel or try online? IG Reps will take back questions to groups.
SEVENTH TRADITION COLLECTION – not taken – people can make contributions online.
TAKE BACK TO GROUPS
Let Group know Intergroup needs Recording Secretary.
Ask Groups to resume sending in contributions if they can
Ask Groups about the idea of upcoming events
Central Office is listing information on whether meetings are live or via Zoom – as long as the Group informs Central Office –
info@aamaui.org
Central Office needs phone volunteers
Next Meeting: 6 PM Saturday April 10, 2021 Zoom
7:05PM Motion to Close: Motion Dave S; Second: Ellen B.. Motion passed.
Close with Declaration of Unity.
Michelle (Temp. Recording Secretary)Maui Serenity Gazette Page 9 April, 2021
OPERATING ACCOUNT BALANCE SHEET
CONTRIBUTING GROUPS March 2021 YTD INFLOW: March
Starting Balance $6,946.56
11th Step Meditation Kihei $132.00
Total Group Contributions this month: $1,668.58
Anonymous Contributions $20.00 $360.00 Literature Sales $250.75
Club 449 $150.00 $150.00 TOTAL INFLOW THIS MONTH $1,919.33
YEAR TO DATE INFLOW $9,457.04
District 11 $300.00 $674.67 OUTFLOW: March
Happy Hour $559.12 $1,136.60 DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Haran Development (rent) $525.00
Kahana Sober Wahines $50.00
Mgr salary first 1/2 Mar $575.00
Kihei Morning Serenity $114.30 $594.61 Spectrum (Internet) $69.03
IRS Federal Withholding $368.50
Ladies Night - Lahaina $34.00 Hawaii State Withholding $171.80
Lahaina Whalers $150.00 MOBI (office phone) $40.03
A.A.W.S. (Literature) $513.30
Maui Sunset $150.00 $753.50 Hawaiian Tel (call-forwarding service) $18.94
Ohana Group $760.00 Mgr salary last 1/2 Mar $575.00
TOTAL OUTFLOW THIS MONTH $2,856.60
Online Contributions $72.50 $1,437.50
YEAR TO DATE OUTFLOW $8,352.90
Primary Purpose $229.56 $229.56 THIS MONTH NET INFLOW: ($937.27)
YEAR TO DATE NET INFLOW: $1,104.14
Sunday Sunset Feelings $150.00
ENDING BANK BALANCE $6,009.29
To Thine Own Self Be True $73.10 $211.85 Prudent Reserve $9,009.08
Tri-Island District 13 $1,000.00
Thank you for your
Wake Up Call $90.00 generous contributions!
We Agnostics $227.00
Without your financial support,
Central Office cannot exist to serve
Womens AA Way of Life $50.00 A.A. members and groups on
Maui.
MONTHLY TOTAL $1,668.58 $8,191.29Page 10 April, 2021 Maui Serenity Gazette
Thank You to our
Central Office Volunteers !
Office: Bill l., Dave S., SEAN.
Phones: Bill D., Kimo,
WENDY, RICH, Suanne, KRISTINA.
WHERE AND WHEN IS THE INTERGROUP MEETING
HELD?
Intergroup— 2nd Sat. of each month @ 6p
(See www.aamaui.org/service for more information on
monthly business meetings)
Contact A.A. on All Other Islands
Contact Maui Serenity Gazette Oahu AA (808) 946-1438
Maui
808-244-9673 OahuCentralOffice.com
Central Office 70 Central Ave., Suite 1, Wailuku, HI 96793
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Kaua’i AA (808) 245-6677
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Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793 tronic format in an effort to keep costs down.. We also print kauaiaa.org
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