Originally Posted by
FightingIrish 
But it also means (for me), that I shouldn't tell someone who missed the meeting last night but is normally there, "gee, John B. came in last night and told the group he was thinking about drinking again..."
I dunno, am I wrong here?
I guess it depends to a degree on the thickness of John B.'s skin and the health of the fellowship in your area. Would you be passing this information along out of concern for John B. or to gossip?
Lately, a good friend of mine I've known since way back when we were both contemplating sobriety the first time -- 1987 -- has been struggling. I know this because another good friend of mine (both neighbor and AA member) has told me, knowing that I care a great deal about him. Several of us have discussed the right thing to do for him, and as a result, a couple of the men have gone to see him. He's doing some better now.
I use page 125 and prayer as my guide.
Peace & Love,
Sugah