AA program encourages spiritual growth and the belief in a higher power, but it is not specifically tied to any religious faith. Participants are not required to adhere to religious beliefs, making the program accessible to individuals regardless of their religious or non-religious backgrounds. Officially, AA emphasizes its spiritual foundation while maintaining that it is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. Members commit to a power greater than themselves, such as any religion’s God, the universe, or the larger community.