Do you want to deepen your relationships while staying true to your values?
Restoring Connections' Elder Wisdom offers Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times, a 6-week, online Lenten series. This program, developed by JustFaith Ministries, provides a non-judgmental, small group environment to learn, question, and explore the ways we communicate.
Intergenerational groups of 8-12 people meet online through Zoom and engage prayerfully through dialogue, active listening, and relationship building. The process involves reading, watching videos, reflection, questioning, and exploring.
Whether you find yourself navigating a heated disagreement with a spouse, interrupting racism in the office, facilitating political tension in church, or working for systemic change around any justice issue, Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times will guide you in deepening your relationships while staying true to your values. This program draws upon the wisdom of experts in nonviolent communication, civil dialogue, and grassroots organizing, providing practical tools for navigating the political polarization of our time, as well as tough conversations with our loved ones.
Want to Talk? Goals:
Learn how Jesus navigated systemic injustice, political unrest, and interpersonal conflict, in order to discern how we might respond to similar situations today.
Learn communication tools for seeking justice in the issue about which you are most passionate.
Learn to navigate disagreement in a healthier way — whether in personal relationships or when working for systemic change.
Strengthen communication skills for assisting divided congregations, organizations, and communities in moving from ‘us and them’ to a greater sense of shared vision.
When do the Sessions Meet? - registration now closed
There are two separate groups to accommodate scheduling needs.
Monday Morning Group
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain Time, March 7 - April 11, 2022Monday Evening Group
6:00-8:00 pm Mountain Time, March 7 - April 11, 2022
How Much does this cost?
The program is available for a free will offering. Donations help us to meet our expenses and continue to provide programming. If you would like to make a donation and wonder what would be most helpful, we suggest a donation of $50 to cover costs.
book list
You will need to order the following books from an online bookseller or local bookstore. Books will cost between $27-$49 depending on the bookseller you use.
The Compassion Book by Thom Bond
Crucial Conversations, Third Edition by Grenny, Patterson, McMillan, Switzler, and Gregory
NOTE: Participants will not cover all material in The Compassion Book during Want to Talk. However, we anticipate that participants will find it a helpful resource for continued learning and spiritual practice after the program.
Registration is now closed
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How do I make a Donation?
To send a donation via check:
Restoring Connections
P.O. Box 102168
Denver, CO 80250-2168