Father Bill W.

Drawing from Houston Smith’s classic The World’s Religions, Father Bill concludes the series focusing on six elements common to all religions: authority, ritual, speculation, tradition, God’s sovereignty, and mystery. These elements are also subject to abuse and these dangers are covered as well. Houston Smith’ World Religions: (pdf. Version) https://www.pdfdrive.com/the-worlds-religions-our-great...

Many in recovery find Buddhist philosophy and meditation a tremendous aid to their spiritual journey. Fr. Bill’s guest is Kevin G. a gifted Buddhist author and teacher in long term recovery from addiction. Kevin is the author One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. The Buddha’s enlightenment and Kevin’s simple teaching style have much to offer addicts in the ongoing search to overcome...

Fr. Bill’s guest is Sinan K. from Istanbul, Turkey. Sinan was born and raised in the Muslim faith but could only find his recovery through AA. In Arabic, the word “Islam” means “surrender.” Realizing this connection opened the door to Step One and led him to a deeper practice of his faith where he explores the Sufi or mystical dimensions of his religion.  This is a lively discussion. If you wish t...

Fr. Bill shares his recovery story along with the understanding of the 12 Steps he discovered studying AA history. If you’re into following Dr. Bob’s advice to “keep it simple” this episode may be just what the Doctor ordered! Enjoy!

Fr. Bill’s guest was born into the Hindu faith in India. A member of the Brahmin class, he studied his religion intently but could only find recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous 26 years ago. Now living in Dallas, Vasu still serves his community by bringing workshops and AA retreats to alcoholics in his native land.  If you wish to contact Vasu, please write: TwoWayPrayer@Gmail.com/ Namaste!

Fr. Bill’s guest has over 40 years in AA journeying from a Catholic kid in Philadelphia to an Orthodox Jew and stand-up comedian in Israel. Balancing tragedy and comedy, he works at the Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem and takes great joy helping newcomers find both sobriety and fun in recovery. Here’s a link to his full AA story. https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=yisrael+c+aa To contact h...

Fr. Bill’s guest is Kim from Brisbane, Australia. Years ago, Kim first heard a “feminine inner voice” telling her it was “time to grow up and get sober!” Kim has done exactly that, but without the need for God or religion. Her spiritual journey to wholeness is still guided by that same inner voice of wisdom who now talks to her through Two Way Prayer. Kim’s a delightful guest and a reall...

 Fr. Bill’s guest is David A. a Roman Catholic physician with 25 years in AA recovery. David shares his faith journey as it moved from superficial to an experience of the supernatural. David is no stranger to tragedy, his mother having been killed by an intruder. Hear how David’s faith connection helped him heal from a meaningless, well defended life in addiction to a new and meaningful one i...

Fr. Bill’s guest is Matt D., Director of All Addicts Anonymous. Discussion centers on Tom Powers who helped Bill Wilson write the 12&12 and other AA literature. Tom drew his faith from several religious traditions defining himself as a “religious mongrel” and damn proud of it! 

In this first episode, Fr. Bill explores the place of religion and spirituality in 12-Step recovery. He tells of his own conflicts and resolutions while setting the stage for future episodes that include interviews with fellow spiritual (and sometimes religious) travelers. The Shoemaker Article quoted can be download here : http://westbalto.a-1associates.com/LETTERS%20ETC/WhatChurches.htm#:~:text=...

In this concluding episode, Fr. Bill explores what it’s like to live in what the Big Book calls, “the fourth dimension of experience.”

The professor reflects on his in-depth study of psychic change. Father Bill joins this renowned scholar in a lively discussion of spirituality and science. Miller’s book is: Quantum Change: When Epiphanies and Sudden Insights Transform Ordinary Lives.  Miller's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Change-Epiphanies-Insights-Transform/dp/1572305053

This episode explores the lasting effects of a spiritual experience. It builds on the work of Quantum Change author Prof. William Miller and the experiences of Bill Wilson and the first 100 in AA.

This episode examines the qualities of a spiritual experience. Building on the works of Professor William James, Fr. Bill explores Dr. William Miller’s nine traits of a “psychic change.” It’s really more fun than it sounds!

In this episode Fr. Bill explores the Seven Elements of Spiritual Transformation laid out by Jungian psychologist Robert Moore. Keeping our intended destination foremost in mind helps us arrive at where we’re needing to go.

In this episode Fr. Bill explores the inner-landscapes of a genuine “spiritual experience.” Seems hitting bottom has a brighter side after all.

Psychic change is the ultimate goal of the 12-Step recovery process. In this episode Father Bill examines the nature of these spiritual transformations while the series builds on Professor William Miller’s book “Quantum Change.”

After Bill Wilson founded AA, he never stopped trying to help the alcoholics struggling with “the spiritual part” of the program. Fr. Bill traces Wilson’s later journey through some of its surprising twists and turns.

Both AA Co-founders were members of the Oxford Group before they ever met, but neither was experiencing much “success.” Fr. Bill explores Wilson’s first six months in recovery and traces the providential events that led to his meeting with Dr. Bob in Akron, Ohio.

After Wilson came down from his mountaintop experience, he set out to unlock the mystery of why "it" had worked for him and how "it" might work for others. Fr. Bill explores Wilson's being led out from his cave and being charged with bringing "hope to the hopeless."

Wilson finally cries out for help to a God he isn’t sure is there. Then, like his grandfather, he undergoes his famous “white light,” mountaintop experience. Fr. Bill examines Wilson’s “psychic change” in light of William James’ classic description of a “conversion experience.”

Several “mini-white light” experiences preceded Wilson’s famous “hot-flash” in Towns Hospital. Largely unknown to most in recovery, Fr. Bill shares Wilson’s spiritual encounters within the broader context of Bill’s spiritual journey.

Fr. Bill explores the effects of Bill Wilson’s childhood traumas on his early life. Wilson’s autobiography provides insights into his developing alcoholism. The myth of Icarus serves as a psychological model. Links for this episode: Father Bill W.'s Autobiography: https://www.amazon.com/Bill-First-Years-Autobiography-Co-founder/dp/1592853641   Ego and Archetype: https://www.academia.edu/81487...

Bill Wilson grew up in a dysfunctional family. His childhood traumas compounded his depressions and contributed to his alcoholism. Fr. Bill explores Wilson’s early years sharing stories from Wilson’s little known autobiography. Find the book here .

Father Bill gives a brief overview of Jung's contributions to AA and to the spiritual journey we call recovery. He references Inner Work by Robert A. Johnson.