Learning from what others have done
… a few examples that demonstrate humility, wisdom and creativity ...
4) Commemorative ceremonies
Significant dates … are becoming reconciliation events when believers gather to memorialize these painful memories in annual observances. German Christians have led the way
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8) Appreciation tours
Korean, Japanese, North American and European Christians moving beyond the traditional tours to the Holy Land and exploring the cultures of other nations in order to empathize with and appreciate the diversity of God's redemptive gifts within the peoples of the world. Reconciliation is a featured part of many of these journeys.
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11) Diversity in Unity Celebrations
Old wounds are eventually put behind us and unity can be celebrated as an accomplished fact. Recently a Los Angeles city councilman visited a block party put on by a neighborhood filled with believers. "If the city was like this block, LA would have no problems," said the amazed politician after observing the obvious harmony between a great diversity of cultures.
12) Receptions, Banquets and other Hospitality Based Gatherings
Eating together remains one of the most effective ways of bringing together elements of society and Christians with a ministry of hospitality will always be at the forefront of the ministry of reconciliation. This is an activity that begins in teh home and the church dining hall and extends all the way to the convention center.
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14) Cross-cultural and Denominational Interchurch Hosting
It is increasingly common for pastors to exchange pulpits ore for whole congregations to visit one another for combined services and fellowship. Congregations have specialty ministry gifts and the division of labor for that God has created becomes evident when believers really begin to explore and "see" one another in the life of hte city.
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The methods listed above were discovered by united believers in the place of prayer. The Holy Spirit will reveal the perfect plan for you and your team as you also seek God for wisdom.
Source: John Dawson - What Every Christian Should Know About Reconciliation, pp. 43 - 46