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Terry Kyllo

Terry Kyllo is the executive director of Paths to Understanding: Gathering Neighbors, Growing Trust. He is passionate about renewing civil society and democracy by helping communities build trust across deep divides—because he believes we are living too divided, and we do not have to live this way. A Lutheran pastor, Terry works through local practice, media, and public leadership to bring neighbors back into relationship, so we can build a world where everyone belongs and everyone can thrive.
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Election fraud claims should meet the standard we’d demand in court

Rev. Terry Kyllo argues that election fraud claims must be tested against verifiable evidence, urging Americans to protect voting rights.
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Perfection can haunt democracy, so let elections improve instead 

Rev. Terry Kyllo argues that election trust comes from transparency, audits and fixing mistakes, urging Americans to volunteer and help strengthen democracy.
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One friendship won’t cure a group’s fear. Here’s what will.

Strong friendships between churches, mosques and community groups can build trust, challenge stereotypes and create stronger communities.
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We haven’t lost our values. We’ve lost each other.

Terry Kyllo explores values, polarization, perception gaps and how relationships between divided communities can rebuild trust and strengthen society.
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The moral and relational crisis beneath American division

Opinion: America's growing divisions stem from both moral and relational breakdowns, and that rebuilding trust is essential to addressing today's challenges.
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We cannot heal society with the tools that burned it down

A piece on dehumanization, social division, society and why rebuilding trust through bridge building is essential after violence against faith communities.
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Putting people in a room together doesn’t build trust. Here’s what does.

Building trust and stronger communities requires more than conversation. Trust grows through repeated relationships, shared experiences and connections.
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