Building Mutual, Equitable, and Just Interpersonal Relationships

Focus on the interpersonal dynamics of diversity and the challenges that Christians face when developing
awareness, knowledge, and skills for overcoming these challenges.
Explore the psychological concepts of power and privilege discrepancies, cultural mistrust, bias, and
oppression is integrated with Christian material to assist you in reaching a greater understanding of the
interpersonal dynamics that are at work in the diverse interpersonal Christian context.
Introduce specific skills for overcoming relationship challenges in order to build successful diverse
relationships.
Overview:
The focus of this week is in your ability to build diverse relationships. We will discuss how developing diverse
interpersonal relationships involves intentional and persistent efforts to connect with diverse others, to build a
shared meaningful bond, and to strengthen that bond into friendships, alliances, and committed communities of
fellowship. We will discuss the challenges aligned with this process and why it is considered an important
process in your spiritual journey.