New Back Porch Meeting Format Review

NEWDedicated "Chairperson Info" section added — includes Notes & Links, Guidelines, and approved literature list. Moves from script-only → hybrid operational + script format.

OLDEverything embedded in one continuous script with inline (blue text) instructions.

NEWExpanded, centralized link set: Donorbox, onboarding, attendance certificates, chair signup, sponsor app, full schedule. Labeled "Items to paste in chat."

OLDOnly website + donations. Included warning about old PayPal link (transition phase).

NEWClean structured schedule: Mon–Fri 5:30 pm, Sat 8:30 am & 5:30 pm, Sun 3 meetings. Explicit MST timezone. Streamlined messaging.

OLDMore verbose descriptions of each meeting type (women's, men's, co-ed, business meeting timing).

NEWFormal behavioral framework added. Neutral response examples ("Thank you for sharing," "Glad you're here"). Explicit handling for intoxicated / offensive participants. Emphasis on solution-based, loving redirection. Procedural & enforceable.

OLDSame concepts in paragraph form — less standardized, no example phrasing. Advisory only.

NEWFormal approved literature catalog: Big Book, 12×12, Daily Reflections, Grapevine, Bill W. materials, etc. Governance clarity + compliance.

OLDOnly states "Use conference-approved literature." No list provided.

CHANGEDAdds "Recording has been disabled" and "Chat respectfully." Introductions split: First-time/returning separated from 30-day/anniversaries — improves flow control.

NEWAdds "Even online meetings have expenses." Encourages contribution more clearly. Forward-looking.

OLDIncludes cleanup/transition messaging (PayPal warning).

NEWStructured, scalable, leadership-driven, training-oriented. Positions Back Porch as a consistent, mature organization.

OLDOrganic, informal, transitional — better suited to a startup/evolving group.