Bridging Faith and Family Conflicts Peacefully with Réka Bordás

Jen is joined by guest co-host Maybree Spilsbury and guest Réka Bordás as we explore the biblical stories of Abraham, Lot, Sarah, and Hagar through the lens of peacemaking, sharing practical insights on conflict resolution, boundary setting, and maintaining relationships amidst differences. Our guests, experienced in conflict transformation and peacemaking, offer valuable advice on fostering connection and peace in family and faith conflicts.Timestamps: 02:26 - Recognizing patterns in biblical conflicts and personal faith transitions05:27 - Abraham’s story of migration and parallels to personal journeys10:09 - Starting organizations to foster family reconciliation and peace12:18 - Healthy separation and boundary setting in family conflicts15:29 - Conflict styles: avoidance, competition, and collaboration20:17 - The importance of maintaining relationships during faith transitions22:08 - Healing grief and unspoken emotions at the root of conflict23:49 - Differentiating peace from conditional agreement25:22 - The role of self-awareness and community in conflict resolution27:12 - Small steps like listening and vulnerability that promote trust28:45 - Personal reflections on finding peace through connection33:50 - Practical tips for loving family members with differing beliefs36:17 - The transformative power of conflict as a path to deeper relationships37:10 - Closing remarks and invitation to listen and learn moreFor full show notes and transcript, visit https://proclaimpeace.org