September 1, 2001
John Q. Public
Health or Public Interest Correspondent
Hometown Newspaper
164 Main St.
Anytown, ST 16487

Dear Health or Public Interest Correspondent

As the Public Information Committee of Overcomers Outreach of ______________ and as former sufferers, we understand the devastating effects of drug and alcohol abuse on our families, our friends, the community and ourselves. We would like to introduce ourselves to you so that you may better understand addicts and help direct those who may need our help to our program of recovery.

Overcomers Outreach was first organized in 1985 and currently has over 400 meetings nationwide. Overcomers Outreach is a fellowship of men and women who have been affected either directly or indirectly by the abuse of any mood-altering chemical or compulsive behavior.  We practice the suggested 12-Step recovery program of Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon and other 12 Step groups because we believe these to be the practical Application of these life changing principles which are so clearly set forth in the Scriptures. We believe that as we look to a loving God for help, and put into practice those principles for living which He has given in His Word, we shall find both the Strength and freedom we need to live productive and happy lives.  We strongly believe that our “higher power” is Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. 
 
We have included a few of our pamphlets for your information and if you would like more information you may call our Central Office 800-310-3001 or visit us on the World Wide Web at www.overcomersoutreach.org.  Thank you for letting us be of service and we thank you for your support,

Sincerely,

_________________

Public Information Committee

Enc: OO Literature – 10 pamphlets (suggested are those from packet)