Discussion Guide II - August 3
The Mennonite
Election year musings - July 22, 2008
Discussion Guide for Aug. 3, 2008
Lost sons
By Judy Clemens
Page 14
Why is it important for Mennonites to "build bridges" with people who have differing world views?
What have you learned from Clayton Kratz's life--either through previous reading or from Clemens' article?
God's communication style is kenotic
By Ted Lewis
Page 16
When and how do you practice receiver-focused communication?
Which of the three skills Lewis names--the Acknowledgement, the Question and the Restraint--do you struggle with most in your communication?
Radio in the woods
By Anna Groff
Page 30
What guidelines do you set for yourself and your family regarding electronics on vacation?
Do you consider yourself more of a technology skeptic or an eager adopter of new technology?
'It's all politics'
By Everett Thomas
Page 32
What is the polity structure for your school or company or congregation?
Thomas says a “polity technician” (politician) can use his or her skill with a group’s polity for the good of the group. Can you cite examples of that?
Thomas suggests that elected Mennonite officials can help the church think about public policy and state or regional polity. Should elected officials be given this kind of credence? Why or why not?
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