Biblical and Social Perspectives on Resisting Structural and Personal Evil

This course will examine biblical, patristic and social perspectives on the nature of structural and personal sin together with approaches to resisting forces that oppress and enslave.

Immigrants, ex-offenders, gang members, social workers, employers, pastors, drug and alcohol counselors, attorneys, and probation officers will participate in teaching the course.

Students will learn practical approaches to reading the Scriptures and spiritual practices that contribute to actual resistance to oppression and temptation in our personal lives and world.