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Scenario

How faith communities heal after divisive decisions

Our congregation voted to become affirming last year and about a third of the families left, and now those of us who stayed are dealing with grief and relief at the same time while trying to rebuild with huge holes where people used to be. Sunday mornings feel both liberated and haunted.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Aligning with their values has torn apart their community, leaving them to grieve relationships while celebrating integrity.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Children and religious education?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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