In this chapter Kreauter explains how we as leaders should go about solving conflict and cultivating a leadership system that works well in the church. The structure of church leadership is a delicate aspect of fellowship that needs to be carefully considered in all worship spaces. Diplomacy is the art of building and strengthening relations between various factions of a community. Sometimes emotions will run high in a situation. At these times, we need to stay level headed even if those we are working with do not. We need to set aside our pride and maintain our attitudes of compassion so that we can collaborate to solve problems between groups.
As worship leaders at valley, we are constantly working in conjunction with Mr. Rubin's, Mr. Smith, the speakers, and each other. It is important to be able to work together with respect even when conflict comes up. I think we have done a good job of this throughout the year.
I loved how you applied this concept to worship here at school. I liked how you mentioned that exercising diplomacy also includes people not on the worship team. We have to focus on having good relationships within the band and with those who also support the team. You have a lot of wisdom and I'm so grateful to be able to hear your wisdom.
ReplyDeleteI really agree with what you said. As a worship leader at Valley, we need to work together with a lot of people. Diplomacy is difficult but necessary
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