Forgiveness and Moral Repair

In this online, asynchronous course we will encounter people from all over the world, from various religious and cultural traditions, who have practiced forgiveness as a means of healing, peace, and liberation. Through readings, films, spiritual practice exercise, and projects we will develop interpersonal and pastoral skills in forgiveness. We will also explore moral repair: how we individually and collectively might apologize, repent, and make amends after wrong-doing. This class will be multi-religious and counter-oppressive. It will draw on personal narratives, neuroscience, psychology, practical theology and religious traditions from around the globe, including earth-based traditions. This course is especially suited for those preparing for ministry, chaplaincy, interfaith work, and/or sacred activism. Relates to SKSM Thresholds: Spiritual Practice & Care for the Soul; Prophetic Witness & Work. Relates to MFC Comps: #3 and #4. Maximum enrollment is 25. Auditors excluded.