A Shoulder to Cry On
September 2022
| Young & Sober
She’s eager to give back the love she got. But she’s not anyone’s Higher Power
A night in the Yard
July 2022
| The Annual Prison Issue
Sad and scared, her drinking had landed her in prison. But she was sober and some peace came from up above
Meeting on 4 wheels
October 2021
| Cooperation With Professionals (CPC)
On an urgent trip to L.A., a mom on the edge gets some unexpected help from a stranger going 60 mph
Meeting on the yard
July 2021
| The Annual Prison Issue
When outside volunteers can’t make it in, these women know just what to do
Sealed & Delivered
March 2021
| Making Amends
Write a letter to everyone she owed? How would she ever pay them back? Time for a little faith
Message of hope
January 2021
| Oldtimers!
I have made many inside friends over these years. During this COVID pandemic, the prisons are closed to visitors, but I found another way to stay in touch.
Looking Inward
August 2020
| LGBTQ+
A newcomer’s prayer on a meeting patio one day leads him to a profound personal experience with a Higher Power
A New Light In Zhengzhou
July 2020
| AA Around The World
Stirring souls and touching hearts, a powerful weekend in China brings hope to millions of alcoholics
Things I’ve Learned
June 2020
| The Annual Prison Issue
Because of the kindness of Bev, Hal, sponsor Don and others, a longtime member gets to pass on 45 years of love
Nurse in Denial
June 2020
| The Annual Prison Issue
Alcohol took her freedom, her sanity, her savings and her career. But AA in prison healed her life 22
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