Alabama Men's Conference

This year's focus will be on the legend "The Water of
Life" which tells of a ailing king whose realm has turned
lifeless and without direction. As with many of the
ancient myths, the story depicts a hero's journey,
sometimes described as an awakening that occurs after
loss or crisis. From the inexperienced young man taking
on life's challenges, or the older man dealing with
divorce, job loss, or illness; we can all benefit from a
story with elements that enable us to look at things in our
lives that we wouldn't otherwise be able to see. Over the
weekend we will use storytelling, ritual, and music to
explore and share our individual journeys toward
wholeness.

Tom Harris is with us again to do story-telling and
drumming joined by facilitators Wilson McCreary and
Eric Diamond, both with many years' experience leading
men's groups.

We encourage men of all ages to attend. Young men
between the ages of 13 and 21 receive a 50% discount on
registration. See the registration page for information
about scholarships.

Bring your drums, musical instruments, poems and
jokes. Mainly just bring yourself. See you in Mentone!

- The AMC Planning Committee

I need a connection to these men annually in the Mentone tradition. ~~ I came with my youngest son and watched him turn into a
man! ~~ I was moved emotionally by all the men's stories. I now have 20+ men who I connect to that I didn't have 48 hours ago.
Priceless! ~~ This gathering helped me grow spiritually and develop my connection to men who are different from me. ~~ The free
flowing gathering allowed me to go to safe places I would not have considered before. ~~ The gathering gave me the gift of a
heartfelt connection with other men—true brothers and true friends—I left the gathering with a feeling of deep power! ~~ I am 27,
no kids, no wife, no direction, college done, money spent, see no future pay, and came full of questions. I was embraced and loved
with touches, looks and respect. I figured out my answers for now. It was life altering for me. ~~ The gathering created space for
men to open and be real with one another to grow into themselves. ~~ The peer leadership was great, from the teachers to the story.
~~ I didn't say much during the weekend. I never get a chance to be with men, I came away feeling stronger.~~ The gathering
helps one take stock of providing good directions...