Resolves conflicts peacefully, without violence, recognizing that peacefully doesn’t always mean comfortably for everybody.Avoids physical aggression and verbal abuse.Speaks truth in love, always considering ways to be compassionate with one another.
Acknowledges conflict or pain in order to work on difficult issues.Acknowledges limitations, lack of knowledge, or understanding – and seeks to learn.Builds increasing levels of trust and works to avoid fear of difference and others.Tolerates ambiguity – realizes that sometimes a clear-cut answer is not readily available.Listens emotionally (i.e., with the heart) – fosters empathy and compassion for others.Recognition and affirmation, not eradication, of differences.Exhibits personal authenticity, true respect, and validation of others.Recognizes and honors the image of God in every human being.Offers radical hospitality to everyone an inclusive family rather than exclusive club.But what does it actually mean? What does it look like? And what role might Christians have in cultivating such a beautiful vision of the world?īefore I go further, let me share 25 Qualities of Beloved Community that are adapted from King Center for Nonviolent Social Change. It paints a picture of human flourishing, almost a utopia. The phrase connotes harmony and peace where humanity lives in unity with each other. Martin Luther King is one that still captivates the imagination of most Americans. This beautiful vision articulated most broadly by Dr.
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