Targeted to the needs of men or women going through or anticipating divorce or dealing with other family law issues, this Clinic will give you an opportunity to discuss your own questions on such topics as:
* Divorce
* Separation
* Paternity
* Property Division
* Custody
* Spousal Maintenance
* Child Support
* Financial Settlements
* Co-habitation

Attorneys will volunteer their time and expertise for the benefit of those who attend. A nominal fee of $5 is charged for the public. Members of the Men's Center receive a courtesy discount.

A Circle of Warriors
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, Aug. 13, 7:00-9:00 pm

The Mankind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race."
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow.....) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.

"The initiation of men is the hope of the world." - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.

Male Survivors of Abuse
Presenter: Ron Kilgore
When: Wed, Aug. 20, 7:00-9:00 pm

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Ron is the facilitator of the Male Survivors of Abuse support group.

Dads Read
Presenter: Steven Peters
When: Wed, Aug. 27, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women

Bond with your kids and help them achieve in school, too! This lively presentation and guided discussion will show why creating a language rich environment for kids is important and give you some ideas for how to do that. Reading list and examples will be available.

Writer, teacher, and storyteller Stephen Peters has been working with kids in schools for over 20 years. An evangelist for reading and writing, he has published many essays, stories, and poems and has spoken to numerous groups on a variety of topics.

Family Law Clinic
Discussion Leader: Kelly Lorix
When: Wed, Sep. 3, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women

A Circle of Warriors
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, Sep. 10, 7:00-9:00 pm

The Mankind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race."
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow.....) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.

"The initiation of men is the hope of the world." - Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project.

The Double: Male Eros, Friendships, and Mentoring
Presenter: Mary Gray
When: Wed, Sep. 17, 7:00-9:00 pm

Every man carries within his soul a psychic pattern of energy called a "double," a significant archetype of male relatedness reflected in our need for other men. Whether one is straight or gay, this inner pattern is expressed in male relationships of love, tenderness, and joy, and is reflected in how we relate to our fathers, sons, brothers, friends, and lovers. Ed will explore some of the significant double relationships in human history and literature, and what they can teach us about ourselves.

Ed Sellner is professor of theology and spirituality at the University of St. Catherine, and the author of numerous articles and ten books, including most recently "Finding the Monk Within" (Paulist Press, 2008). He also created ten years ago, and continues to facilitate a men's spirituality series at Wisdom Ways in St. Paul. He is presently working on a book about the double.

The Mediation Option
Presenter: Chris Olson
When: Wed, Sep. 24, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women

All of us experience disagreements or disputes during our lifetime. We will explore mediation as an alternative to hiring attorneys and using the court system to resolve disputes. This low or no cost option can be especially effective when issues arise concerning co-parenting and family issues with former spouses or partners. Crafting your own agreements has been proven to be more empowering and results in much stronger and lasting agreements than those decided in the courtroom. Mediation allows both parties to hear each other's concerns while the well-being of children is placed at the highest priority. Whether between former partners, family members, neighbors, your landlord or tenant, within the business community or in a school setting, learn how various mediation options could resolve your dispute.

Chris Olson is a Men's Center member and a mediator with the non-profit Community Mediation Services. He mediates all issues and has a strong background in family, juvenile and housing issues.

Family Law Clinic
Discussion Leader: Linda Wray
When: Wed, Oct. 1, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women