Is your church full of cliques? Here's how to get rid of them!
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Have you ever walked into a church and felt like everyone already knew each other?
Most of us naturally gravitate towards people like us, but the Church is called to be something different: a diverse family united by Jesus.
So how do we stop friendship groups becoming cliques? And in an increasingly divided culture, how do we stay united with Christians when we disagree on politics, theology, or other important issues?
Phil Knox joined Lydia to unpack.
Released on 9 Jun 2026
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