Being a Restorative Association 

Tuesday 10th February 2026
9.30am - 10.30am 
Online via Zoom

What are some practical ways to address specific issues and conflicts in churches? How can talking circles and restorative conferences be used to facilitate dialogue when there are disagreements?

We are very pleased to welcome Michael Wood (Anglican priest in Melbourne, Australia, restorative facilitator, and professional leadership coach) to share his extensive knowledge and experience in using restorative approaches in churches. We will also be joined by Sue Grimmett (Anglican priest in Brisbane, Australia), who will share some of her practical experiences of talking circles and conferences and examples of ways these have been used in church settings.

We will explore how restorative group conferences and talking circles can be used to facilitate dialogue in churches on issues where there is disagreement and conflict, such as differing theological beliefs, disagreements on how churches should respond to political and cultural issues, and team dynamics causing issues for church governance and community life.

The event will include a time for Q&A and discussion with Michael and Sue.

This event is part of our programme of events for the newly established Churches Restorative Practice Network, which seeks to draw together church leaders and members in the UK who are interested in developing the use of restorative approaches in churches and equipping and supporting church leaders to build the skills needed to bring about healing and reconciliation in their congregations.

This online event will be held on Zoom. You can register on Eventbrite, with variable ticket prices available. Please pay as you are able so that we have the resources to continue to hold these types of events:

£10 (e.g. employed professional/government/academic/large organisation)

£5 (e.g. employed by a small charity)

Free (e.g. student/volunteer/don’t have the resources to pay for a ticket)

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