Faith Based

What is faith-based conflict? Faith-based conflict is conflict that occurs within a community of faith or within any organized ministry or outreach. Even in the most sacred of places - yes, even in our places of worship - people can be at odds with each other. Mediation is a way to open the door to real peace-making within and between our communities of faith.
	A House Divided Some of the conflicts that can be addressed by mediation include disputes like these: Arguments or disagreements regarding faith and/or practice (for example, choice of music, worship format, lifestyle choices, etc.) Individual disputes such as: Pastor vs. individual congregants Choir director vs. director of religious education School principal vs. pastor Bishop vs. diocesan splinter group Elders vs. Council Financial Supporters vs. Staff Cultural conflicts and misunderstandings
		Mediation can help: Teach peaceful, Bible-based dispute resolution methods Encourage spiritual growth during conflict Foster healthy relations for the future Respect everyone’s role and responsibility Mitigate damage to your faith-based work