My First PRAASA: Reno or Bust- Shilo P_Apr 2018

My journey to the Pacific Region Alcoholics Anonymous Service Assembly (PRAASA) commenced with irritation and foul language under my breath as the rental car dealership explained their inventory did not include the vehicle I had reserved. With misgiving, I accepted their offer to give me a free upgrade to a four wheel drive luxury vehicle, deciding I may as well … Read More

The Hand of AA – Inclusive never Exclusive

I’m not so sure that we did ourselves any favors by creating coming up with a shortened version of the Twelve Traditions. The short form is what’s read at most meetings and often the only version members know. Consequently, our Third Tradition is often interpreted as “just say you don’t want to drink,” whether you drink or not. What is … Read More

Announcement from GSO re: Staff Opening

September 15, 2016 To:        Members of the General Service Conference From:   Greg T, General Manager, General Service Office Re:        G.S.O. Staff Opening Dear Friends, Applications are now being sought for a G.S.O. staff member. G.S.O. staff are members of Alcoholics Anonymous who rotate through the various assignments such as Corrections, Public Information, C.P.C., Conference, International, etc.  They also correspond … Read More

Utah Area 69 Pre-Assembly Workshop August 15-16, 2015

This year’s Utah Area 69 Pre-Assembly Workshop will be held on August 15-16, 2015 at the Sons of Utah Pioneers Hall. The address is 3301 E. Louise Ave. (2920 S.) in Salt Lake City. The purpose of this Area Workshop is to provide a forum to discuss the General Service Conference theme and the corresponding workshop topics for the current … Read More

2015 Pre-Conference Assembly Report – Megan S_May 2015

I want to express my gratitude for the amazing opportunity to attend the Pre Conference Assembly this past weekend in Vernal.  I was recently voted in as my home groups GSR and was excited for the opportunity not knowing everything it entailed.  I have attended the monthly GSR meeting and learned valuable information for myself as well as info I … Read More

48th Annual PRAASA 2015 – Keeley M – April 2015

48th Annual Pacific Region Alcoholics Anonymous Service Assembly 2015  PRAASA  is held in Utah only once every 15 years and this past March was our year! 1,243 members attended! My name is Keeley, I’m an Alcoholic and  the GSR for Sunday Morning Breakfast Meeting.  I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to go to PRAASA!  I learned so much and met new … Read More