

Faith, Hope, and Love: The Core Principles of Effective Peacemaking with Scott Rasmussen
11 snips Apr 29, 2025
Scott Rasmussen, Director of Democracy Initiatives at Interfaith America and a former U.S. Foreign Service Officer, shares valuable insights on peacemaking. He discusses the transformative journey through the Book of Mormon, particularly focusing on Moroni's teachings. Topics include the importance of personal growth and empathy in conflict resolution, the role of faith and charity in fostering peace, and navigating the complexities of diplomacy. Scott emphasizes listening as a crucial skill for peacemaking and how hope can thrive even in the face of adversity.
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Peace as Living Harmony
- Peace is a state of being and way of living in harmony with God's purposes.
- It involves loving God and helping others grow and flourish spiritually and socially.
Mission Experience Sparks Peace Work
- Scott shared a mission story in France post-9/11 involving hostility linked to geopolitical tensions.
- It sparked his interest in how global politics impact interpersonal relationships and motivated his peace work.
How Conflict Is Handled Matters
- Pursuing peace as mere absence of conflict often fails to solve root issues.
- How we engage in conflict shapes whether peace lasts or cycles back to violence.