Overview

There is a prevailing culture of ‘niceness’ within churches which can lead to conflict avoidance, suppression and denial. Consequently, ministers and church leaders often struggle to handle tensions, difference and competing demands within their congregations. Drawing on practical theology, conflict theory, family systems theory and experience, Bridgebuilding will help church ministers and church members find more fruitful ways of engaging with tensions and conflicts in the life of the Church. It offers numerous practical tools for transforming conflict into opportunities for personal and corporate growth. It complements the 'Growing Bridgebuilders' training course developed by Bridge Builders with CPAS.

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Author:   Alastair McKay ,  Sarah Mullally
Publisher:   Canterbury Press Norwich
Imprint:   Canterbury Press Norwich
ISBN:  

9781786221414

ISBN 10:   1786221411
Pages:   144
Publication Date:   30 June 2019
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What is Conflict Doing in God's World? Dialogue with Rachel Treweek Theological reflection: Genesis 1, Revelation 21 (Creation and re-creation) Chapter 2 Know Thyself - and Value Others Dialogue with Colin Patterson Theological reflection: 1 Corinthians 12 (Paul's understanding of the body of Christ) Chapter 3 Grow in Emotional Maturity Dialogue with Liz Holdsworth Theological reflection: Ephesians 4.1-16 (Growing into maturity in Christ) Chapter 4 Be Real about Power Dialogue with Rosemarie Davidson-Gotobed Theological reflection: Matthew 26.57-68 (Jesus on trial before the High Priest) Chapter 5 Use Good Theory Dialogue with Lia Shimada Theological reflection: Acts 6.1-11 (Conflict in the early church) Chapter 6 Shepherd the Process Dialogue with Joanna Williams Theological reflection: Luke 24.13-35 (The walk to Emmaus) Chapter 7 Make Space for Feelings, Silence and Touch Dialogue with Frank White Theological reflection: Matthew 17.1-8 (The transfiguration of Jesus) Chapter 8 Recognise the Limits Dialogue with Sandra Cobbin Theological reflection: Acts 15.36-41 (Paul's split with Barnabas) Chapter 9 Love Your Enemy Dialogue with Sarah Hills Theological reflection: Matthew 5.38-48 (On avoiding retaliation or taking revenge) Chapter 10 Build a Culture Together Dialogue with Ernie Whalley Theological reflection: Acts 2.42-47 (Practices that shape communities of peace) Chapter 11 Observe the Peacemakers Dialogue with Joe Campbell Theological reflection: John 21.15-19 (Jesus restores Peter) Chapter 12 Build Bridges to Heaven Dialogue with and theological reflection by Sam Wells

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Alastair McKay is a priest in the Church of England and is the founder and director of Reconciliation Initiatives, an independent charity helping churches to handle conflict better and to strengthen relationships in divided societies, www.reconciliation-initiatives.org Over 20 years, he co-founded and then led Bridge Builders, providing training and mediation for churches in the British Isles.

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