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Types of AA Meetings

Candlelight: Candlelight AA meetings are sessions in which members bring candles, usually white, that represent their hopes and goals. When each member shares, that member lights their candles as they discuss their challenges and successes.

Closed: In North Dakota, closed AA meetings are not available to the general public. Only members can attend, as well as individuals who recognize they have a drinking problem and are ready to seek help. The discussions are informal and center around addiction-related topics.

Newcomer: AA newcomer meetings in North Dakota provide an overview of how AA works for people who are just starting their recovery journey and want to learn more about it. The meetings may include informal discussions, where newcomers can ask questions and learn from experienced members.

Step Meeting: North Dakota AA programs feature step meetings as part of the program. These meetings consist of groups reading and discussing passages from AA texts and comparing them to their own experience. The group can strategize ways to make their recovery stronger.