According to our RestorationUnity poll, many of our readers would like to see their congregations merge or experience greater interaction with other local churches of Christ, Independent Christian Churches / Churches of Christ (instrumental) and / or ICOC congregations. Who has suggestions on practically accomplishing this? I would like to solicit input. Has anyone been involved in a successful merger of congregations? Was the divide over doctrine, opinion and / or culture (race)?  Please comment, contact us or submit an article (registration required) if you have experience or advice.