Topic: Speaking Truthfully

Jesus teaches clearly that his followers should speak the truth plainly.  This is crucial for healthy relationships.  Why is it so hard?  Sometimes we invoke that we are "just being truthful" when what we mean is "I'm saying the harsh things I should probably restrain or filter but I'm dumping this on you."  Sometimes we don't realize that we are not obligated to tell everyone everything we are thinking.  Without the confidence we can speak truthfully without speaking comprehensively, or that it is an option to straightforwardly disclose that we do not want to share, we may lie, spin things, share too much, or simply bear unhealthy anxiety as we try to manage a very hard moment we don't know how to navigate.  Christian growth requires setting aside deception.  Progress in truthfulness will also advance our ability to connect more meaningfully with other people.  

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Once a month, after church, Scott will lead a class called “Relating”.  Rapid changes in society (technology, values, post-Covid effects, etc.) are leaving many feeling lonely and disconnected.  It can seem we are losing the basic skills to be able to relate in healthy and meaningful ways. 

These classes, which will include teaching and discussion, are a time to process some of these themes together (how to have a hard conversation, how Christian virtues like kindness or patience can help us, etc.).  All are welcome.