Sunday Night Berkeley DA – Stepping Together: 18-Week Step Study Workshop

Dear Community Members,

We are happy to announce a new round of our Stepping Together Step Study Workshop, an 18-week hybrid group focused on engaged, supportive work through the 12 Steps of Debtors Anonymous.

This is a structured but flexible space for recovery, reflection, and connection. Regular attendance is strongly encouraged, though not required — you will get out of the program what you put into it.

Key Details

Dates: Sunday, January 11 – May 24, 2025
(Holiday weekends off)

Time: Sundays, 3:00 – 4:30 PM PT

Format: Hybrid – In person (Berkeley) + Zoom

Registration:
Sign up here: https://stepstudyda.eventbrite.com

Zoom Info:
Zoom link will be emailed to all registered participants 24 hours before each session.

About the Workshop

This interactive step study focuses on:

• Weekly engagement with one or more of the 12 Steps
• Guided writing and reflection
• Sharing in small groups and full group
• Support with sponsors and temporary sponsors
• Developing sustainable recovery practices

You are welcome whether you are new to DA or returning to step work.

No one is turned away for lack of funds.

Step Study Materials

Access shared materials here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Qolvrg3yvvFt347occsZoAT7cSY3Kv_h

Recommended books (optional but encouraged):

1. Debtors Anonymous Twelve Steps Study Guide for D.A. and B.D.A.
2. The Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve Concepts of Debtors Anonymous
3. The AA Big Book and Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions

Writing Between Meetings

Participants are encouraged to spend time each week writing on the step we are working on. The workbook includes guided prompts.

Suggested practice:

• 20–30 minutes daily or several blocks per week
• Bring your writing to class for sharing and reflection
• Reading your step work with a sponsor or temp sponsor is lovingly encouraged

Temporary sponsors will be available for participants who need one.

Sharing & Community Guidelines

• Writing occurs both during class and between sessions
• Each week will include dedicated time for sharing
• Participants are encouraged to share step work in class and with their sponsor
• If a sponsor fit is not working, support will be offered to find a better match

Progress over perfection.

Contact

For more information, please contact:
Diana G – da.sundaynight.berkeley@gmail.com

Supported by:
Diana G. and Mike C.
Sunday Night Berkeley DA