“We Came to Believe”

We are thrilled to welcome you all to the 16th Annual Primary Purpose International Convention in Oslo, Norway.

In 2006, a small group of A.A. members organized a speaker’s evening in Oslo. It was the beginning of what is now a significant annual A.A. event in Norway, which has drawn thousands of participants from around the country over the years and international guests from all over the world. Some of the most renowned international A.A. speakers have graced our convention.

This year, under the theme “We Came to Believe”, we focus on the spiritual awakening that is the cornerstone of our recovery. As the Big Book outlines, coming to believe in a Power greater than ourselves restores us to sanity and brings a new purpose to our lives. Our convention aims to reinforce this belief, offering a space for reflection, growth, and the sharing of experiences that renew our commitment to sobriety.

Join us in Oslo as we celebrate the journey of belief, recovery, and the unbreakable bond we share as members of A.A. Together, we will explore how our faith has transformed our lives, providing strength and hope for the future. We look forward to a weekend filled with inspiring talks, heartfelt fellowship, and the reaffirmation that we are never alone on this path.

A.A. Preamble

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

About “Primary Purpose Oslo”

The A.A. group “Primary Purpose Oslo” had the first meeting in March 2006. Today, there are several meetings each week. As we have always done, we keep focus on steps, traditions and sponserhips.

You can also visit the Primary Purpose Oslo homepage. You will find more information including weekly meeting schedule.