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Conflict Management and Systems Theory Bibliography

Compiled by Qiyamah A. Rahman – June, 2002

 

Books

 Armoour, Michael C. and Don Browning. Systems-Sensitive Leadership: Empowering Diversity without Polarizing the Church. College Press Publishing. 1995.

 Angelica, Marion Peters. Keeping the Peace: Resolving Conflict in the Boardroom. National Center for Nonprofit Boards. 2000.

 Augsburger, David. Conflict Mediation across Cultures, Pathways and Patterns. Westminster John Knox.

 Bishop, Helen and Nancy Bowen. Planning for Conflict in UU Congregations. HHBishop@aol.com

 Boer, Arthur Paul. Never Call Them Jerks: Healthy Responses to Difficult Behaviors. The Alban Institute. 1999.

 Bossart, Donald E. Creative Conflict in Religious Education and Church Administration. Religious Education Press. 1980.

 Bush, Robard A. Baruch and Joseph P. folger. The Promise of Mediation: Responding to Conflict Through Empowerment and Recognition. Jossey-Bass. 1994.

 Carl, Frank, Mary Hengstebeck, Jan Parsons, David Rohe, and Barbara Wise. “The Road to Better Communication” in All Are Chosen: Stories of Lay Ministry and Leadership. Ed. Margaret L. Beard and Roger W. Comstock. Skinner House Books. 1998.p.239-249.

 Conflict Resolution Center, Inc. Introduction to Conflict Resolution; Workshop Handbook. UU Congregation of Atlanta. 2000.

 Costantino, Cathy A. and Christina Sickles Merchant. Designing Conflict Management Systems: A Guide to Creating Productive and Healthy Organizations. Jossey-Bass Publishers. 1996.

 Cosgrove, Charles H. and Dennis D. Hatfield. Church Conflict: The Hidden Systems behind the Fights. Abingdon Press.

 Day, Katie. Difficult Conversations: Taking Risks, Acting with Integrity. The Alban Institute.

 Donaldson, Michael C. and Mimi Donaldson. Negotiating for Dummies. IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. 1996.

Edelman, Joel and Mary Beth Crain. The Tao of Negotiation: How You Can Present, Resolve and Transcend Conflict in Work and Everyday Life. HarperCollins Publishers. 1993.

 Fisher, Roger and William Ury. Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. Penguin Books. 1981.

 Fisher, Roger and Scott Brown. Getting Together: Building Relationships As We Negotiate. Penguin Books. 1988.

 Friedman, Edwin. Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue. The Guilford Press. 1985.

 Halstead, Kenneth. From Stuck to Unstuck: Overcoming Congregational Impasse. The Alban Institute. 1998.

 Haugk, Kenneth C. Antagonists in the Church: How to Identify and Deal with Destructive Conflict. Augsburg Publishing House. 1988.

 Hurto, Kenneth G. “Practical Tips for Applying Family Systems Theory” in Janus Workbook. UUA/Department of Ministry.

 Johnson, Barry. Polarity Management: Identifying and Managing Unsolvable Problems. HRD Press. 1992.

 Kindler, Herbert S. Managing Disagreement Constructively: A Practical Guide for Constructive Conflict Management. Crisp Publications. 1989.

 Leas, Speed B. Discover Your Conflict Management Style. The Alban Institute. 1997.

 ____________ Moving Your Church Through Conflict. The Alban Institute.

 Leonard, Sam. Mediation: A Step-by-Step Guide for Dispute Resolvers. Evanston Publishing.

 Lickson, Charles P. Ironing It Out: Seven Simple Steps to Resolving Conflicts. Crisp publications. 1992.

 Lott, David B, ed. Conflict Management in Congregations. The Alban Institute. 2001.

 Oates, Wayne E. The Care of Troublesome People. The Alban Institute. 1994.

 Oshry, Barry. Seeing Systems: Unlocking the Mysteries of Organizational Lifel. Berrett-Koehler. 1995.

 Oswald, Roy M. and Claire S. Burkat. Transformational Regional Bodies: Promote Congregational Health, Vitality and Growth. Life Structure Resources. 2001.

 Parsons, George and Speed B. Leas. Understanding Your Congregation As a System. The Alban Institute. 1993.

 Rendle, Gilbert R. Behavioral Covenants in Congregations. The Alban Institute. 1999.

 Rediger, G. Lloyd. Clergy Killers: Guidance for Pastors and Congregations under Attack. Westminster John Knox.

 Richardson, Ronald. Creating a Healthier Church: Family Systems Theory, Leadership and Congregational Life. Fortress Press. 1996.

 Rothman, Jay. Resolving Identity-Based Conflict in Nations, Organizations, and Communities. Jossey-Bass Publishers. 1997.

 Schaller, Lyle E. The Interventionist. Abingdon Press. 1997.

 Steinke, Peter. Healthy Congregations: A Systems Approach. The Alban Institute. 1996

 ___________   How Your Church Family Works: Understanding Congregations as Emotional Systems. The Alban Institute. 1993.

 Stevens, R. Paul and Phil Collins. The Equipping Pastor: A Systems Approach to Congregational Leadership. The Alban Institute. 1993.

 UUA/Department of Ministry. “Working with Conflict” (p.24-25) and “Levels of Conflict” (appendix G) “Polarity Conflicts” (p. 9) in Janus Workbook. 2001.

 

 Publications

Conciliation Quarterly (a journal of conflict resolution from a Christian peacemaking perspective published quarterly by Mennonite Conciliation Service) MCS, 21 S 12th ST, PO Box 500, Akron PA 17501-0500 717 859 3889 email mcs@mccus.org,

 

 Websites

http://www.tjd.uua.org (Thomas Jefferson District – click on the sidebar Resources and Readers that will take you to Conflict Management Reader); Building Effective Boards in UU Congregations - see section on Grievance and Organizational Structures for Reducing Conflict.

 http://www.ariagroup.com (The ARIA Group, Inc. Jay Rothman, Director and presenter of GA Workshop 2002 on Identity Based Conflict)

http://www.lmpeacecenter.org (Lombard Mennonite Peace Center)