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2007-10-16 issue:

Discussion Resource I - Oct. 21, 2007

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The Mennonite
Oct. 16, 2007

Discussion guide for Oct. 21, 2007

Reflections from a too-close encounter
By Donna Mast
Page 2


Have you felt sympathetic anger? If so, when and how?

Why do you believe congregations often fail to seek help for conflicts in a timely fashion?

10 days in Katrina land
By Everett Thomas
Page 8

In what ways have you supported Katrina victims?

Would you rebuild your home in the same place if it was destroyed by a natural disaster? Why or why not?

What surprised you from Everett Thomas' reports from Katrina land? What was new information for you?

Getting started in leadership
By Marlene Kropf
Page 18

How have you experienced the gift of collaboration?

Is male-female collaboration important in church leadership? Why or why not?