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DIVORCE RECOVERY WORKSHOP
A WORKSHOP FOR SEPARATED AND DIVORCED PERSONS
OF ALL AGES AND BELIEFS

...An opportunity for those experiencing the pain of divorce or separation to begin the process of growing, sharing, and healing...
Divorce is among the most traumatic experiences that you may face in your lifetime. Regardless of your role, separation brings pain, emptiness, anger, and guilt. Most of us experience an identity crisis and financial imbalances which require many adjustments and new goals. We at First United Methodist Church of Golden care about you and the tremendous number of new decisions you must now make. We try to provide a non-threatening, non-denominational setting where you can find support in dealing with your emotions and in making important decisions. Our hope is that by participating in this workshop you will be better equipped to handle the work of your recovery. Growing Through Your Loss Our Goal is to support you in your time of crisis, to help you grow and help get you on the successful "road to happiness" again. Rev. Jim Smoke, whose book we will be using, has said, "You can go through divorce or you can grow through divorce." The mutual support and concern of others dealing with similar issues can be tremendously helpful in assisting you in making one of life's most difficult adjustments. Some of you have been single for a while but are still feeling the pain. Others are learning to be a single parent and fit into the world with a new identity. We can help make those and many other adjustments easier. Are you in the "crisis" stage? This workshop will be a lifeline for you. You will find that you are not alone as you try to understand your feelings and needs. We will be there for you.	The Basics WHO: Anyone experiencing divorce or separation. WHEN: February 21 - April 11, 2003. Seven Friday Nights. 6:30 - 7:00 Registration, Refreshments 7:00 - 7:45 Large group with speaker 7:45 - 9:00 Small groups 9:00 - 9:45 Coffee, refreshments, conversation WHERE: Golden First United Methodist Church 1500 Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401 COST: $25 includes the book "Growing Through Divorce", by Jim Smoke, and other informational handouts. REGISTRATION: Contact Jenny Mitchell or Ross Kershaw. You may also reach Ross at 303.279.3484. Or, please print and fill out this online registration form. Then submit via mail with your $25 registration fee [click]. The Topics FEBRUARY 21 "Is This Really Happening to Me?" The Stages of Divorce FEBRUARY 28 "Coping with Your Ex-Spouse" Revenge is Not the Answer! MARCH 7 "Beginning Again" Planning for Yourself and Your Future MARCH 14 "Q & A Night" Choose one of three topics: Parenting - Financial - Legal Come early (6:00) for pizza and conversation. MARCH 28 "Letting Go" Finding and Experiencing Forgiveness APRIL 4 "Moving On" You Will Make It! APRIL 11 "Celebration and Potluck" NOTE: After each speaker, we will divide into small groups to discuss issues you may have that are relevant to the evening's topic. We require confidentiality within small groups.
The intent of this workshop is to provide support and growth opportunities. It is not intended to take the place of professional therapy or treatment.

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Last Revised: January 2, 2003.