The World Service What?—the “World Service Handbook”
When I started attending Al‑Anon meetings, I remember seeing a three-ring binder in the group’s supply cabinet. I had no idea what was in the booklets it contained. A couple of years later,
How Can I Attend Al-Anon Meetings?
My disease does not take a break just because it’s the middle of the night, a holiday, or when I’m on vacation. Did you know that Al‑Anon meetings are available 24 hours a
Awareness of Alcoholism—Opening More Eyes in April
The literature table at my first Al‑Anon meeting immediately caught my attention. Suddenly, I had access to information about alcoholism and its effects on the families of alcoholics. At the time, I felt
Facing Change Together
The 19th International Al‑Anon General Services Meeting (IAGSM) opened on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at the Holiday Inn in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Rosie M., Chairperson of the International Coordination Committee, warmly welcomed representatives from
Group Conscience: What Is It?
Tradition Two tells us that “for our group purpose there is but one authority—a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants—they do not
Including Local Al-Anon Contact Information Is Another Way To Carry the Message
Adding a local Al‑Anon District or Al‑Anon Information Service telephone number, email, and/or website address to public outreach materials makes it easier for newcomers to find meetings in your community. A sticker or