Disunity in Christ: Difference, Conflict, and Resolution in the Church

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From aesthetic conflict over the color of the sanctuary carpet to deeper theological conflicts, this course introduces students to the theology, psychology, and practices of conflict resolution in church-based settings. By examining the ways in which individual and cultural differences impact both the self and group, this course explores theological and psychological pathways to conflict resolution. Drawing from the field of reconciliation studies, this course equips students to assess the impact of difference on interpersonal and intergroup conflict, understand the theories and practices of conflict resolution, and develop a theological and practical model for conflict resolution