Common Ground and Creating Community
For whoever is not against us is for us.
Mark 9:40
Are you tired of the polarization and divisiveness in society? Our faith calls us to be engaged in the world around us, but how do we do that in a productive way? Do you want strategies to engage in dialogue with others online or in person, even about "taboo topics" like politics, race, religion?
St. Thomas More is a member of Common Ground Fox Cities which is launching the "Golden Rule Project." This initiative seeks to equip individuals within the Fox Valley community with practices that foster dialogue, trust, and positive relationships. In this time of division, the Golden Rule Project strives to move the needle of our society - away from polarization and demonization of the Other, and toward authentic relationships that celebrate differences while working toward community.
One of the primary ways we build a healthier community is...