reconciliation

From early on in John Paul's writing, reconciliation offered both a challenge and an orienting touch stone. Shaped by participation and accompaniment of deeply challenging reconciliation processes, he sought to understand the dynamic weave between the social energies of truth, mercy, justice, and peace, and how to nurture the pathways of social healing, repair, and restoration. Central guiding metaphors have included the notion of the horizon of reconciliation, requiring a relationship-centered approach to change that involves committed engagement, encounter, and humility. The content of this section offers a window into John Paul's ongoing exploration around the challenges of reconciliation and the practice of peacebuilding.

presentation

The Circle of Reconciliation: Seeking the Natural Frequency

A lecture about the circular nature of reconciliation delivered in 2005 for Rice University's Annual Lectureship.

2005

presentation

Reconciliation: At the Heart of God’s Mission

The acceptance speech for the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints (RLDS) International Peace Award at the RLDS World Conference of 2000.

2000

interview

John Paul Lederach Heals Social Wounds

An interview by Cameron Elliot for the magazine Dumbo Feather.

2019

magazine article

Becoming the Enemy

Stories and reflections woven in the development of a practical theology of the enemy.

1997

journal article

Missionaries Facing Conflict and Violence: Problems and Prospects

A chapter exploring the challenges of missionaries facing situations of violence and conflict, the paradox of being faithful and being human.

1992

interview

“No es fácil pasar de la guerra a la paz”

En esta entrevista con El Espectador, John Paul Lederach comenta los desafíos para implementar los acuerdos de La Habana y alcanzar la reconciliación en Colombia.

2016