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Thanksgiving Day Invitation

LifeRing Open Door Invitation Thursday, November 28, 2024  |  6:00am to Midnight Pacific Time Zoom Link   Meeting ID: 846 0720 7146  ●  Passcode: lifering • This is a social gathering. Verifications will not be issued. •   You’re Invited! Come join us online Thursday, November 28th, for the LifeRing Annual Thanksgiving Social Gathering! This…

National Liver Awareness Month

Yellow Eyes? Great for a Cat … … but not so great for you! The final day of National Liver Awareness Month is an opportune time to reflect on the critical role our liver plays in our overall health and well-being, especially for those of us on the journey of recovery. At LifeRing Secular Recovery,…

A Different Donation Appeal

Save the Life of Someone You Will Never Meet Phil Lesh, bassist of iconic San Francisco bands Grateful Dead and Phil Lesh and Friends, passed away last night. The exact circumstances surrounding his passing remain private, but there is no mystery around who kept him alive: Cody. “I’m only alive today because a man named…

Suicide Awareness | Recognize and Respond

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Nation Suicide Prevention Month. Throughout the month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Last month, I lost my 24-year old niece to suicide. I am on my way home to offer what support I can to…

Early Morning Meetings

Rise and Shine! As we kick off Recovery Awareness Month this September, it’s the perfect time to start each day with intention and support. LifeRing Secular Recovery’s early morning meetings create a welcoming environment that promotes camaraderie and understanding, reminding us that recovery is not just about facing challenges, but also about celebrating progress. By…

Summer Splashes

The Ripple Effect Thinking of summer − and of splashing − reminded me of the river that ran behind the farm home of my youth. I would take my shoes off and cross the river at random places to get to the base of the mountain on the other side quicker than walking to the…

LifeRing SF — At Night!

LifeRing is proud to announce our first in-person meeting at night in San Francisco since the Pandemic!

2024 LifeRing Elections

2024 LifeRing Election Results   2024-2025 Board of Directors Election: Joining the Board:  Michael Anderson Re-elected to the Board:  Joe Franklin, Monica Foy, and Sue Betts Proposed Bylaws Change: Unanimously passed and will be reflected in the LifeRing Bylaws   Please join us in welcoming new and returning members to the LifeRing Board of Directors…

Pass The Hat | Summer Splash

Question:  How do online convenors collect meeting donations? Answer:  They Pass the eHat! In-person participants donate weekly to support their local meetings. During the LifeRing Summer Splash Fundraiser, we’re asking you to please support LifeRing online meetings and meeting management with your recurring contribution.    Think of this as LifeRing’s Mid-Year Pass the Hat! If…