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The Nonviolent Jesus

Fr. John Dear
Nonviolence
Peace
Jesus
Beatitudes
Poverty
Social Justice
Nonviolent Jesus
Gandhi
Martin Luther King Jr.
Racism
War
Christian Nationalism
Spirituality
Violence
Oligarchy
Active Nonviolence
Environmental Destruction
Activism
Fascism
Universal Compassion

Was Jesus nonviolent?

🎙️ This Monday weekly podcast features thought-provoking, inspiring conversations with some of the greatest visionary leaders in peace and nonviolence in modern history like Martin Sheen (Apocalypse Now, Gandhi), Bryan Stevenson (Just Mercy) , Cornel West (Race Matters), Sister Helen Prejean (Dead Man Walking) , Sr. Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang (Separation of Church and H... more

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I invited Robert Ellsberg, one of our best spiritual writers in the country, the publisher and editor of Orbis Books, and a legendary champion of Dorothy Day and many others saints, to speak about his latest book, Volume 2, Blessed Amon... more

This week we have created a special one hour year end episode of highlights of just some of our guests that have contributed to The Nonviolent Jesus podcast this year.

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Dear friends,

Next week we will be publishing highlights of our 52 episodes here on the first year of The Nonviolent Jesus podcast. Next year we will continue to explore and expand our dedication to nonviolence with conversations with inspirational... more

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This week I reflect on what I call “Mary’s Advent Journey of Nonviolence,” from the Anunciation to the Visitation to the Magnificat.

Luke tells her story as the three movements of the spiritual life--from contemplative nonviolence to active nonviole... more

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Sister Helen Prejean
Author of Dead Man Walking and prominent advocate against the death penalty.
Episode: A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Cornel West
Renowned philosopher, political activist, and public intellectual.
Episode: A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
John Fugelsang
Broadcaster and comedian, author of Separation of Church and Hate.
Episode: A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Bryan Stevenson
Lawyer and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, author of Just Mercy.
Episode: A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Reverend Emmanuel Charles McCarthy
Teacher of Christian nonviolence and advocate for peace.
Episode: A Special Year End One Hour Episode of Highlights of the Nonviolent Jesus Podcast from 2025 featuring Joan Baez, Cornel West, Joan Chittister, John Fugelsang, Martin Sheen, Richard Rohr and many more!
Mike Martin
Blacksmith and founder of RAWtools, focusing on transforming firearms into garden tools as a form of peace activism
RAWtools.org
Episode: #49 with former Mennonite pastor, blacksmith, author, activist and founder of RAWtools.org Mike Martin: "We're using raw tools, not war tools to transform the world".
Jamie Raskin
Congressman representing Maryland's 8th Congressional District
U.S. Congress
Episode: #48 With Congressman Jamie Raskin: ""We're in the fight of our lives and have been since the beginning of this nightmare.”
Gerry Straub
Filmmaker, author, and founder of the Santa Chiara Children's Center in Haiti
Santa Chiara Children's Center
Episode: #47 With network producer, filmmaker and author Gerry Straub: "In this horrible place of screaming kids and gun shots, something beautiful was created.”
Wes Granberg-Michaelson
Writer, speaker, and global ecumenical leader
Episode: #46 With Wes Granberg-Michaelson, global ecumenical leader, speaker and author of "The Soulwork of Justice": "Here are my 8 guideposts for activists"!

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John Dear
Father John Dear is a priest, author, activist, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee who has dedicated his life to promoting nonviolence and peace. He is known for his commitment to activism against war and nuclear weapons, often sharing deep spiritual and transformative insights rooted in the teachings of Jesus.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • A breath of fresh air

    I can no longer listen to most podcasts about the news, as it feels like fiddling while Rome is burning. The Nonviolent Jesus podcast offers radical and welcome relief and inspiration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EMjo1999
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    I get a lot out of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlie's house
    United States2 months ago
  • Onward!

    Each conversation between Fr. John and his guest deepens my understanding of our shared history and what is mine to do in these challenging times. Challenge, yes, commitment, yes, and HOPE!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CRCros
    United States6 months ago
  • Absolutely profound! (Ep. 23)

    I love this podcast! I have been looking for this mix of discussions about faith and social Justice. But in this episode it wasn’t abstract! I was so thankful to finally hear someone say what I have been saying about what is happening here in the U.S. It is evil. The thing that I needed even more was how to resist the evil and also to care for ourselves- our spirits - during this time. Thank you so very much!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DC Eslteacher
    United States7 months ago
  • A gift to the world

    This podcast is such a gift to the world right now. Timely, current content on strategic nonviolent resistance and Christianity as a path of peace is so needed in this moment. These episodes are the antidote to the prevailing news right now and have the power to teach us what we need to know to reach the other side of this. Thanks to Fr. John Dear and all of his guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snowcrush2017
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep, thought-provoking conversations that enhance their understanding of nonviolence and its relevance today.
Many express gratitude for timely discussions on social justice and the importance of embodying nonviolent principles in everyday life.
Feedback consistently highlights the podcast's role as a source of hope and inspiration, especially during challenging times.

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#51 With John Dear: "Epiphanies come at night. They are political. The story of the Magi is our story!"
Q: What gifts do you bring the Nonviolent Jesus?
The gifts would represent our commitment, love, and support towards living out the values of peace and nonviolence in our lives.
#51 With John Dear: "Epiphanies come at night. They are political. The story of the Magi is our story!"
Q: How does the empire and its rulers respond to the coming of the Nonviolent Jesus today and the grassroots movement of organized, loving, active nonviolence?
The empire responds by attempting to maintain control, often resorting to violence and suppression against grassroots movements for justice and peace, highlighting their fear of the transformative power of nonviolence.
#45 With Dr. Ivana Hughes, President of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation: "We’ve been really lucky that nuclear war has not happened. There have been many, many close calls.”
Q: What can people do to support the UN treaty and nuclear disarmament efforts?
People should learn about nuclear issues, contact their elected representatives to advocate for disarmament, support local initiatives, and participate in grassroots movements.
#43 With Sr. Simone Campbell, author, activist, attorney and 2022 recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on her new book "Hunger for Hope": "I love being on fire!" Part 2 of 2
Q: Where do you see God in all of this?
God is everywhere and hums at every moment, creating us continuously; thus nothing is separate from the divine.
#43 With Sr. Simone Campbell, author, activist, attorney and 2022 recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on her new book "Hunger for Hope": "I love being on fire!" Part 2 of 2
Q: What concrete suggestions do you have to encourage people in a time when few seem to listen to others?
Sister Simone encourages people to be curious and to engage openly with others, suggesting that they should try deep listening and be in a secure place before opening themselves up to different points of view.

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Recent guests on The Nonviolent Jesus include:

1. Sister Helen Prejean
2. Cornel West
3. John Fugelsang
4. Bryan Stevenson
5. Reverend Emmanuel Charles McCarthy
6. Mike Martin
7. Jamie Raskin
8. Gerry Straub

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