Session 1 – Homework

Look back at the names you generated in the 1-2 Disappeared Loved Ones exercise and slowly read each name out loud. As you do so, invite the Holy Spirit to guide your feelings. Try to discern if a particular name tugs at you.

With that one name, ask the Holy Spirit to help you call that person to mind.

• What do they look like?
• How did you meet this person?
• What was your favorite memory of this person?
• What traits of theirs did you especially appreciate?

After you’ve answered the questions, spend 5 minutes praying for that person.

For those with at least one name on your “disappeared” list: Ask yourself, “How motivated are you to grow a relationship with someone who is different than you politically?”

Then spend 5 minutes praying based on the following:

• If your rank is below 5, ask God if He is now wanting you to change your motivational level.
• If your rank is above 5, ask God for creative ideas on how you might get started. Ask God specifically about Russell’s advice to start by finding a common goal that could be the context for this new relationship (i.e. volunteering together on a community project).

Write down any insights that came to you during this exercise & additional notes.