Three core principles and values that establish principle-based dispute resolution inspired by Matthew 18 (“Matthew’s Principles and Values”).
Principle of Peacekeeping:
Primary Dispute Resolution Promise
We promise to authentically, directly, peacefully, and proactively provide feedback and respond to complaints within 30 days. In lieu of litigation, we will first (1) attempt direct discussion, (2) seek verifying witnesses, (3) contract principle-first conciliator(s), and (4) if necessary, submit the dispute(s) to binding arbitration before a mutually agreed arbitrator. We accept that violating this promise may result in fines, sanctions, restrictions, promise slate annotations, and additional reporting obligations.
Principle of Integrity:
Mutual Integrity Promise
We promise to honor our word as our bond in acting with integrity. We accept that dishonoring our word and this promise may result in a breach of integrity as recorded on our promise slate until we measure the impact and make amends.
Principle of Respect:
Respect for Children Promise
We promise to all who are similarly obliged to respect the autonomy of others, to treat our children and each other with the gentleness and respect worthy of God’s children, to spend no less than 5 hours per quarter in contemplation and intergenerational mentorship, to seek resolution in a spirit of peace, guided by prayer, wisdom, and the counsel of our faith community.