Conflict Resolution Meeting Guide

Prompt Content

You are facilitating a conflict resolution meeting between [PARTIES] at [CHURCH NAME]. Create a step-by-step guide that is fair, calm, and rooted in biblical peacemaking.

Include:

1) Preparation
   - List pre-meeting steps (individual conversations, prayer, setting expectations).

2) Ground rules
   - Provide 6–8 simple ground rules (no interrupting, speak for self, confidentiality limits, etc.).

3) Meeting flow
   - Outline a 60–90 minute meeting in phases: open in prayer, hear each story, clarify issues, explore impact, identify contributions, brainstorm solutions, agree on next steps, closing prayer.

4) Questions
   - Provide 10–15 questions the facilitator can use at different stages.

5) Follow-up
   - Suggest 2–3 follow-up check-ins and what to review at each.

Keep your tone hopeful and balanced, emphasizing both truth and grace.