Our Critics Can Be Our Benefactors

A recent magazine article criticizing certain aspects of AA reminds us of the need to review our relationships to medicine, to religion and to the world at large. When the Grapevine editors consulted Bill W. on the matter, he suggested a rereading of relevant portions of "Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age" (published in 1957) and "Twelve Concepts for World Service" (published in 1962). Here, Bill suggested, members and friends may find helpful guidance. Bill has directed particular attention to the excerpts quoted below.--Ed.