Exploring the theme of peacemaking through the lens of the Book of Mormon, hosts Jennifer and Patrick are joined by the Executive Director of Living Room Conversations, Becca Kearl, and delve into the story of Zeniff from Mosiah 9. Starting with a mission of aggression, Zeniff's preconceived notions about the Lamanites and Nephites are challenged as he confronts the complexities of the situation. The episode discusses the power of narratives in shaping our perceptions and the importance of reevaluating our ingrained stories to cultivate peace.
[00:01:41] The power of narratives.
[00:05:57] Defining peace as a process.
[00:09:27] The power of dialogue.
[00:12:30] Curiosity and dialogue in conflicts.
[00:15:30] Curiosity and sincere interactions.
[00:19:36] Human beings as storytelling creatures.
[00:25:25] National narratives and cultural impact.
[00:27:42] Empathy through shared narratives.
[00:32:35] Empathy and understanding in dialogue.
[00:34:20] Dialogue and shared values.
[00:39:33] Sharing personal experiences to connect.
[00:42:21] Dialogue and building together.
[00:45:22] Living doctrine through culture.
[00:51:18] Finding peace in daily life.
[00:52:28] Restored gospel conversations.
For full show notes and transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peace
Register for the Restore conference at https://faithmatters.org/events/restore-2024/
Exploring the theme of peacemaking through the lens of the Book of Mormon, hosts Jennifer and Patrick are joined by the Executive Director of Living Room Conversations, Becca Kearl, and delve into the story of Zeniff from Mosiah 9. Starting with a mission of aggression, Zeniff's preconceived notions about the Lamanites and Nephites are challenged as he confronts the complexities of the situation. The episode discusses the power of narratives in shaping our perceptions and the importance of reevaluating our ingrained stories to cultivate peace.
[00:01:41] The power of narratives.
[00:05:57] Defining peace as a process.
[00:09:27] The power of dialogue.
[00:12:30] Curiosity and dialogue in conflicts.
[00:15:30] Curiosity and sincere interactions.
[00:19:36] Human beings as storytelling creatures.
[00:25:25] National narratives and cultural impact.
[00:27:42] Empathy through shared narratives.
[00:32:35] Empathy and understanding in dialogue.
[00:34:20] Dialogue and shared values.
[00:39:33] Sharing personal experiences to connect.
[00:42:21] Dialogue and building together.
[00:45:22] Living doctrine through culture.
[00:51:18] Finding peace in daily life.
[00:52:28] Restored gospel conversations.
For full show notes and transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peace
Register for the Restore conference at https://faithmatters.org/events/restore-2024/