We need to lead by example. The Twelfth Concept goes on to explain that we never want to place a person in unqualified authority over another. That is why we have the group conscience and Committees of several people, not Committees of one. This Concept also guarantees our Right to Participation, insuring that we all have a vote and that we, indeed, do belong and are trusted servants. I could go on about this, but I guess I should leave it to Joan A., who really knows more about these Concepts than I could ever imagine.
Rotation also means that in AA everything is passed around to share.
Stepping off this AA Board is hard because I really do love it. But I know that someone very qualified will fill this position on August 20th. Someone whose time has come, who needs to learn the lessons of service. It really is a step toward growth in humility and I trust that God will direct me to serve where I am needed the most. I congratulate the next person and I wish them Godspeed as they embark upon a new adventure in sobriety.