Pp5 d rcp presentation
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This document discusses Respectful Conversation Processes (RCP) and how they can be used as missional tools by congregations. RCPs involve bringing together community members to have respectful discussions about controversial issues. The document notes that over 1,500 Minnesotans participated in 54 RCPs on the topic of defining marriage in 2012. RCPs can boost congregational confidence, build empathy in divided congregations, help define a congregation's role in the community, and make disciples by promoting more constructive discussions. Customized RCPs on additional topics are suggested as a way to continue these impactful conversations.
Pp5 d rcp presentation
- 2. A RESPECTFUL CONVERSATION IS ATOOL Describe the Respectful Conversation How is RCP a Tool? Boost congregational confidence Build empathy in a divided congregation Define congregation in community Make Disciples Note on Custom Conversations Constructive Listening
- 3. 2012 SUMMARY / REMINDER A Conversation About the Amendment to Define Marriage The Conversation Process 54 conversations in urban, suburban, exurban and rural locations 1,550 Minnesotans participated 300 table facilitators in local congregations Extensive media coverage Show up. Sit with people you don’t know. Eat. Lead facilitator intro and DVD Three rounds of “circle” questions, 2 min. a piece, no reactions; table facilitators 30 minutes for questions of genuine curiosity Reflect on process and wrap-up
- 5. RCPS ARE MISSIONAL TOOLS Boost congregational confidence Build empathy in a divided congregation Define congregation in community Make Disciples
- 6. BOOST CONFIDENCE Experience working together Multiple gifts utilized Sense of accomplishment
- 7. BUILD EMPATHY Manage conflict Elephant in the Sanctuary
- 9. BUILD EMPATHY “I have a better understanding of others’ points of view.”
- 11. MAKE DISCIPLES A more constructive way of speaking
- 13. MAKE DISCIPLES More empathic practices Less judgmental Better relationships
- 14. FRESH TRACK Customized Conversations “Should we conduct same-sex marriages?” Impact of war on veterans Bullying Mining in BWCA border communities
- 16. CONSTRUCTIVE LISTENING Topic ideas? How do you encourage courage?