Difference

God is with us even in disagreement. Conflict can become an opportunity for deeper relationship when handled well. Healthy relationships do not require agreement. Hear Mariam's full story and explore available resources: difference.rln.global/sign-up

We’re not meant to agree on everything! Real friendships don't ignore or minimise our differences of opinion, experience, or background, but let us grow through them. Difference helps young people navigate disagreement and follow Jesus in a divided world.

We look for God in strength and certainty, but Christ meets us in weakness, hiddenness, and fragility. In our fractured and polarised world, God draws near. May we have grace to recognise his presence, even here. And may we become people who make space for one another.

Reconciliation asks something of us. It invites us to re-examine how we relate to others and to the world around us. Discover stories from across the globe through the Difference course 🌏

Different views. Different experiences. Different stories. We’re all seeing the world from different perspectives. The question is how we respond to each other. The Difference course equips you to make your faith count, right where you are. Find out more: difference.rln.global/the-course/

In a divided world, reconciled communities are good news. Division is not the end of the story, reconciliation creates shared space.

This Earth Day, we celebrate the beauty of God’s creation and our call to nurture it with care and awe. The earth is entrusted to us to tend and to protect. May we love and honour the world we have been given. 🌿

When we come to conversations with more curiosity, presence, and willingness to listen – even what feels impossible can shift. Difference helps groups practise listening well, building understanding, and navigating hard conversations together.

Pastor “Uncle Ray” Minniecon, Honorary Indigenous Minister and community chaplain living in Sydney, reminds us that the heart of the gospel is simple. Explore Uncle Ray's story and more stories of peacebuilders throughout the world in the Difference course.

Good Friday. It is finished. We reflect today on Isaiah 53:6-9.

Jesus chose to spend the night before he died around a table, sharing a meal with friends - even knowing that he was to be betrayed. On Maundy Thursday, we remember the healing power that is in being present to one another. Stay at the table. 🍷🥖

When we're curious about someone else's story, we honour God's presence in them, and grow Christlike compassion in ourselves. Who can you listen to more deeply today?

If you're interested in organising a group training (for example, training teachers at your school, or a group of leaders from your MAT or diocese), our team is also happy to organise bespoke trainings at a time that best suits you. Learn more: hello@rln.global.

Ulrike Hunt works with The Feast Youth Project in Luton and feels privileged to be involved in interfaith community work there. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive blogs on the theme of hospitality straight to your inbox this Lent. difference.rln.global/connect/

Loving God, fill us with your Spirit now, Help us to Be Curious about others’ stories. Give us the courage to Be Present. Inspire us to Reimagine what’s possible. Amen.

Who can you invite to your kitchen table this Lent? “There are times when wisdom cannot be found in the chambers of parliament or the halls of academia but at the unpretentious setting of the kitchen table” - E.A. Bucchianeri

Join us at our group sessions on Zoom to train Difference hosts across all courses types. Book in to an upcoming session: Monday, 9 March 2026: 3:30-5:30 p.m. (GMT) us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… Thursday, 12 March 2026: 10 a.m.-12 noon (GMT) us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… See you there!

Archbishop Sarah Mullally shares some powerful words on the power of hospitality in our latest email.  Make sure you are signed up to our newsletter to receive helpful content on peacemaking in our world today. difference.rln.global/connect/

Join our team at Reconciling Leaders Network as RLN’s Head of Communications & Engagement!   More info! difference.rln.global/jobvacancies/

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