Updated At Table Handbook A resource based on workshops offered in the Memphis and Tennessee Conferences in April, 2018, to foster healthy conversation in local churches on matters pertaining to the Commission on a Way Forward and the upcoming special session of General Conference. Outline Introduction—our task Overview of work—our approach Annotated Planning Document—our format […]
Way Forward Resources
Retreat Resources and Information Commision on the Way Forward Powerpoint Presentation (prepared by Michael Turner) Powerpoint Presentation on Conversation Types and Discussion Guidelines (prepared by Tom Laney) Video Presentation: Tom Laney Video Presentation: Michael Turner Other Helpful Resources “A Ritual for Facilitating Difficult Conversations: Communion Version” Way Forward Handbook The Anatomy of Peace, Arbinger Institute […]
Rev. James Lawson at MTS
Reverend James Lawson, an ordained United Methodist minister and one of the most significant leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, spoke to MTS students and community members at Lindenwood Christian Church on April 3rd, 2018, one day before Memphis will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination here. King described Lawson as […]