CHRISTIAN ODAT MEETING PROTOCOL
Our meetings run more smoothly and everyones recovery is enhanced if we all know and follow a few simple guidelines and protocols.
Please try to be on time for the meeting. If you must come late, please do not disrupt the meeting or other members by greeting or asking questions either openly or in private. The meeting leader will be posting the topic between shares for late arrivals to see.
Private messages to other members during the meeting is distracting and discourteous to them. It keeps them, as well as you, from being fully present at the meeting.
Please be courteous and respectful to other members before, during, and after the meetings. Do not discuss subjects that may be offensive to others.
The meeting begins with opening statements, announcement of the topic, a review of the meeting protocol, and a moment of prayer.
During the meeting, please refrain from crosstalk, advice giving, and feedback. We show respect for the person sharing by not interrupting their share in any way or commenting on the share after it is completed. A simple "Thank you" or a (((((((Cyber hug)))))))) are appropriate responses to another persons share.
Any disruptions that occur during the meeting should be handled privately by the meeting leader.
If you wish to share, type * and the meeting leader will recognize you and greet you for the group.
It is easier for other members to follow your share if you type in short sentences or phrases.
When sharing, keep in mind that there are others in the meeting who would also like to share. Please keep your share reasonable in length.
Please keep your share related to the topic as it relates to your personal recovery.
When you are finished sharing, type "Done."
The meeting concludes with a few announcements, followed by a prayer.
The meeting leader will remain in the meeting room a few minutes after the meeting concludes to answer any questions that members may have.
If you are going to be away from your keyboard for more than a few minutes, we ask that you log out of the meeting and return when you can be fully present.
If you are being harassed or bothered by anyone, please privately notify the meeting leader so that appropriate action may be taken.
