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
Post Conference Assembly Recap – Evan J_June 2017
My name is Evan and I am an alcoholic. Driving down to Ogden the back way, I started replaying my experience at the pre-conference assembly. Recalling the agenda items my home group discussed, I was curious as to what outcomes would surface- feeling excited, nervous and honored for this opportunity. Opening night began with a moment of silence and the … 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
GSO Call for Fellowship Sharing_ July 2015
Exciting news! General Service Office (GSO) has sent out a request to begin gathering stories from our Fellowship on three projects resulting from the 2015 65th General Service Conference Advisory Actions on Literature. These include the revisions and updating of the “A.A. for the Woman” pamphlet including stories from women in the military, single mothers, and women of diverse backgrounds, … 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