There Has to Be a Better Way: A Conversation about Polarity

Brenna McGinnis and Danny L. Thomas

June 18, 2026

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In these deeply divisive times, many of us feel the tension in our relationships, our communities, our daily lives. But what would it look like to actually talk across that divide? Not to debate. Not to persuade. Not to win. Just to be human with each other.

This evening is an invitation to something radical: a shared conversation about polarity itself. The moments when division broke your heart, when it surprised you, when it was somehow bridged. It is a space for honest, personal storytelling, rooted in respect, curiosity, and a better understanding of our shared humanity. Bringing a range of lived experiences and viewpoints, participants will explore together the complexity of polarization, how it shows up and the choices we have to create a healthier community

If we want to heal our divisions, we need to first understand division itself.

Facilitators

Brenna McGinnis
Brenna McGinnis co-shepherds JUST Listening and believes that we can use our creativity and collective wisdom to build communities & organizations that support the humans who are a part of them. She is a proven team leader and service designer with experience in the hospitality, non-profit and healthcare industries. As…
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Danny L. Thomas
Danny L. Thomas, M.Div., is the Director for Interfaith Partners of Trenton (NJ), specializing in mediation, community building, leadership development and empowerment. Their motto is Make Peace-Build Trust-Take Hope. He previously served as the Executive Director of The Peace Center in Langhorne PA. Trained in conflict management skills-both in corporate…
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