To work constructively with conflict, we need skills. The Peace and Justice Committee of the Mennonite Church developed these guidelines, in consultation with General Conference Mennonite Church leaders. Both bodies commend these guidelines to congregations, area conferences, and churchwide agencies. The Bible guides us to seek reconciliation when we disagree. Scripture teaches us that conflict can be an arena for God's revelation.
Reconciliation is at the heart of the gospel.
Through Christ we are reconciled to God, who gives us the ministry of reconciliation. We are to grow in unity and maturity by speaking the truth in love.