Radio Interview: Following the non-violent Jesus

Father John Dear has dedicated his life to promoting peace and nonviolence. The internationally known author, activist and teacher of peace and nonviolence has been nominated twice for the Nobel Peace Prize and has worked with St. Teresa of Kolkata, Daniel and Philip Berrigan, Coretta Scott King and many others.

A former Jesuit who now serves as a priest of the Diocese of Monterrey, Calif., Father Dear founded the online project, “The Beatitudes Center for the Nonviolent Jesus.”

Father Dear is the author of more than 30 books, including “The Gospel of Peace: A Commentary on Matthew, Mark and Luke from the Perspective of Nonviolence.” He talks with George Matysek about his life’s work and ways we can live nonviolence in our everyday lives.

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