Conflict is inevitable in ministry—but it doesn’t have to divide us. In this conversation, theologian, conflict mediator, and best-selling author Ann Garrido helps us see conflict through a redemptive lens. We explore how disagreements can be a blessing, a sign of God’s diverse design, and an opportunity for deeper unity.

You’ll discover:

• How to transform conflict into a fruitful exchange rather than a source of division.
• Recognizing and navigating triangulated relationships before they damage trust.
• Why healthy church conflict can be a positive rather than a negative.
• Practical steps for managing tension with grace and truth.

If you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or follower of Christ seeking to lead with wisdom, this episode will help you approach conflict as a God-given opportunity for growth, for you and for those you serve.

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Some key takeaways from this conversation:

Ann Garrido on the importance of embracing conflict as a sign of care and a pathway to deeper understanding: "People only fight about things that they care about."

Ann Garrido on the significance of seeing conflict as a pathway to growth and stronger community: "Normalize conflict as something that's going to happen in any healthy community."

Ann Garrido on the importance of affirming people’s feelings without necessarily agreeing with their perspective: "I'm not affirming their side. I'm affirming their feeling."
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Visit http://PastorServe.org/network to find the Weekly Toolkit, including the Ministry Leaders Growth Guide. Our team pulls key insights and quotes from every conversation with our guests. We also create engaging questions for you and your team to consider and process, providing space for you to reflect on how each episode's topic relates to your unique church context. Use these questions in your staff meetings, or other settings, to guide your conversation as you invest in the growth of your ministry leaders.

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