Resolving Team Conflict

Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya Kumbaya my Lord, kumbaya Oh Lord, kumbaya.

You may have sung this song around a campfire before. It is an American spiritual and folk song.

What does Kumbaya mean?

Kumbaya refers to moments of harmony and unity.

That is what we strive for in ministry. We know that God blesses ministries that are unified by a vision to reach the world with the Gospel.

But sometimes there can be conflict on a staff or volunteer team. Team members bring different perspectives and knowledge to the table. And this can lead to conflict. Conflict is going to happen. Conflict between staff members. Conflict between volunteers.

As a leader, it is important that you help