I was looking around for a dictionary of 12-Step terms, but couldn't find a free one. I did find an interesting entry for 'twelve-step' at Answers.com. It has everything about 12-Step programs you can think of; definition, characteristics, history, acceptance of a Higher Power, relation to religion, literature, and more.
Carol, are all of the meetings where you live smoking? That would be tough on me, as I'm allergic to nicotine. I'd have to wear a gas mask. LOL.