Forgiveness and Moral Repair

In this asynchronous on-line class, we will meet people from all over the world, from a variety of religious and cultural traditions, who have practiced forgiveness as a means of healing, reconciliation and/or liberation. We will also explore the concept of ^{moral repair} or how we individually and collectively might apologize, repent, and/or make amends after wrong-doing. Through readings, films, and spiritual practice exercises we will develop our ^forgiveness muscles. We will also explore ways of using forgiveness to strengthen our pastoral, prophetic and public ministries. This class will be experientia and multi-faith, drawing on personal and communal narratives, neuroscience, and psychology. Evaluation will be based on weekly reflections, spiritual practice exercises, and class discussion.

[25 max enrollment; Auditors excluded]