A community of people following Jesus in a complex and divided world.
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Jun 12
A prayer for courage, curiosity, forgiveness, and hope in a divided world, written by Difference host Matt Long, October 2021.
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Jun 10
Disagreement is everywhere. But what if young people could learn a better way to respond?
Difference for Youth Groups is a free seven-session course helping young people build empathy, and navigate difficult conversations well.
Find out more: difference.rln.global/youth-…
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Jun 9
Have you run Difference in a youth group or secondary school?
As we reflect on two years of Difference for young people, we’d love to hear what has stayed with you, and what feels most important in your work now. Fill out the survey here: bit.ly/3Qhfp28
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Jun 4
Learning peacemaking. Practising new habits. Growing in discipleship. Reconciling differences.
Planning your youth summer programme? This could be the perfect time to run Difference with your group. difference.rln.global/youth-…
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May 26
Waiting can feel uncomfortable. Uncertain. Even lonely. But what if waiting was not something we were meant to do alone? A time of waiting might be an invitation to slow down and stay present to God and one another.
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May 22
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-u…
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May 14
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.
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May 11
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.
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Apr 30
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 🌏
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Apr 27
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-co…
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Apr 23
In a divided world, reconciled communities are good news.
Division is not the end of the story, reconciliation creates shared space.
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Apr 22
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.
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Apr 16
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.
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Apr 9
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.
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Apr 2
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.
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Mar 19
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?
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Mar 17
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.
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Mar 11
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/connec…
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Mar 10
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.
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