The Rule of Christ for Conflict Resolution
In Matthew 18, Jesus teaches his followers how to reconcile disagreements that arise among them. In our church, we have developed a Rule of Christ policy to resolve conflicts within our congregation. Here you can find resources to guide you through the Rule of Christ process. Before you start, please speak with a member of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) for specific instructions on how to use these resources.
Members of the SPRC:
- Holly Rolandson, chairperson
- Andy Petter, pastor
- Chris Miller, lay leader
- Dee Dee Hart
- Roger Parker
- Elissa Strunk
- Mike Brooks
Links for Rule of Christ forms
The Rule of Christ process is broken into steps. These steps can be seen in the Rule of Christ flowchart below. Each step has its own tools and resources. Each step also creates the possibility to end the conflict without the need for further steps. Speak with an SPRC member for guidance.
Step 1 Resource – Insight Journal
Step 2 Resources – Successful Meeting Tips and Respectful Communications Guidelines
Step 3 Resource – Conflict Summary (ask an SPRC member for this document)
