August 2023

Highlights from the August 2023 Issue:

This issue centers on Step Eight and the theme of willingness. In “Step 8 and Tradition 8: Willingness and Reliability”, the author reflects on willingness as both freedom and responsibility, emphasizing that making amends requires deliberate effort, patience, and guidance. The article also connects this willingness to reliability within the fellowship, including the role of sponsors and service structures.

In “Step 8: Made a list of all we had harmed”, Scott F. shares a detailed and personal reflection on the process of building an amends list. He describes how past actions ripple across all areas of life and stresses the importance of honesty, courage, and thoroughness in acknowledging harm without justification.

The issue also features “From the A.A. Archives: Carp Group”, which outlines the history of the group since its founding in 1975 and highlights its role as a steady open speaker meeting serving surrounding communities. Additional content includes conference announcements, service opportunities such as literature donations for corrections facilities, and updates related to Intergroup activities, including pricing changes and meeting listing updates.