As we live in a polarized country it seems the first step towards any sense of unity is being able to see and hear each other again. In Biblical terms, part of God’s goal for humanity is “Shalom” or “the human flourishing of all” and we can’t flourish when we are divided. 

The main goal of each of these experiments is to empathize through listening. NOT to change anyone’s mind. Truth matters today more than ever and yes some perspectives are more valid than others, but as we are so divided we must first love people well by validating them as humans who bear the image of God by truly seeing who they are and listening to part of their stories. Realizing that great listening does not mean you are agreeing with or even condoning the others perspective. These experiments are successful if people are sensing they are seen and heard.  So, take on one or all of these experiments this fall.

Naturally, as you would for any day or activity as a follower of Christ, please spend considerable time in prayer to prepare your own self for these conversations. Click the button below to see the experiments.

Record the results of your experiments
and submit your stories below.

Bridge Building Conversation on Politics

Identify your own political perspective and have a 1 on 1 conversation
with someone of the opposite political perspective before November 3, 2020. 
If you would like to be paired with someone please submit the form below.