'Building trust is a particular challenge in the wake of so many centuries of persecution, but it is not impossible.' Photo: by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash

‘Peace will only come if interpersonal relationships can be transformed.’

A problem shared: Linda Murgatroyd’s Thought for the week

‘Peace will only come if interpersonal relationships can be transformed.’

by Linda Murgatroyd 16th February 2024

A few Friends from Wandsworth and Wimbledon met recently to share our responses to the conflict in Gaza. It had been much on our minds but, wary of causing unintentional offence or hurt, and not knowing quite what to say, most of us had avoided the subject. Trusting our worship-sharing process, however, it was good to share something personal.