St. John’s United Church of Christ

Types of AA Meetings

12 Steps & 12 Traditions: Indiana's AA programs embrace the 12 Steps, offering essential support for individuals on their journey to recovery. Meetings provide a welcoming atmosphere for individuals and their loved ones and help establish a safe space that fosters lasting change.

Closed: In Indiana, closed AA meetings are restricted to members of AA or people looking to overcome alcohol addiction. Outside observers are not able to attend. Discussions cover a range of topics related to alcoholism and recovery.

Open: In Indiana, open AA meetings are not limited to individuals with alcohol addictions only. Instead, anyone from the public is invited to come and learn more about the organization, including how the 12 step recovery model operates and what it entails. This may include the friends, family members, and loved ones of current members or any community member seeking more information.