The Antioch Staff just finished two days of meetings together to look at structure, vision, ministry, programs, job descriptions and a host of other things.
I’d have to say that it was one of the most profitable times that I’ve ever had with a group or team.
The funny thing is that some of the most productive discussions followed from arguments. I don’t know about you, but I think that there should be more expressed disagreement face to face. When we talk about differences of opinion with each other we often work through to a better solution and a more authentic foundation for our relationships. On the other hand, when we disagree without communicating face to face it leads to gossip, judgment and criticism.
I love that the Antioch team not only knows how to laugh well… they know how to disagree well.