Political Forgiveness: Voices of Peace
Political Forgiveness: Voices of Peace
Podcast Description
Welcome to a podcast of hope and bridging the divide, where forgiveness and political forgiveness intersect to create a better world. Your host, Eileen Borris, will take you on an incredible journey down the path of forgiveness. In this monthly podcast guests will include people from countries that have experienced genocide, violence, or civil war. They’ll be talking about how forgiveness changed their lives and why it is especially important for political stability and reconciliation. Other guests will be experts in the field, sharing their knowledge and insight, speaking to the power of forgiveness in the healing of individuals, our communities, and our nation. Humanity is at a turning point, and to face the present challenges requires psychological and spiritual growth through forgiveness.
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Focuses on personal stories of forgiveness from individuals affected by genocide, violence, or civil war, along with expert insights into the psychological and spiritual growth achievable through forgiveness, illustrated in episodes such as the discussion on the Amish community's response to tragedy and the building blocks of forgiveness.
Welcome to a podcast of hope and bridging the divide, where forgiveness and political forgiveness intersect to create a better world. Your host, Eileen Borris, will take you on an incredible journey down the path of forgiveness. In this monthly podcast guests will include people from countries that have experienced genocide, violence, or civil war. They’ll be talking about how forgiveness changed their lives and why it is especially important for political stability and reconciliation. Other guests will be experts in the field, sharing their knowledge and insight, speaking to the power of forgiveness in the healing of individuals, our communities, and our nation. Humanity is at a turning point, and to face the present challenges requires psychological and spiritual growth through forgiveness.
Father Leonel Narváez grew up dodging bullets in a Colombian war zone. Later, he befriended the founder of FARC—the same guerrilla group that had brought violence to his doorstep. That experience changed him forever. Now, he teaches nations how to heal through political forgiveness.
“We are asking people to move from being a beast toward being an angel, because both are there in your heart,” he says.
This episode will challenge everything you think you know about justice, mercy, and peace.
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Father Leonel Narváez is a Colombian sociologist, Catholic priest, and founder of the Foundation for Reconciliation in Bogotá. He is the architect of the ESPERE methodology (Escuelas de Perdón y Reconciliación), a training model designed to address the emotional roots of violence, such as resentment and the desire for revenge. His work, informed by experience in peace negotiations across Latin America and Africa, has been implemented in 21 countries and has reached over 2 million participants. Recognized by UNESCO and recipient of Colombia’s Emprender Paz Prize, Father Narváez advances forgiveness with a deep-rooted respect for human dignity.
Where to find Fr. Leonel Narváez
Website: https://www.fundacionparalareconciliacion.org
About Eileen Borris
Dr. Eileen Borris is a clinical and political psychologist who has pioneered the concept of political forgiveness on the individual, community and national level. She has addressed the United Nations and has worked for over 30 years to build peace in areas of conflict around the world, including Rwanda, South Africa, Liberia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Middle East. Eileen is the author of Finding Forgiveness: A 7 Step Program for Letting Go of Anger and Bitterness and the creator of Healing the Divide, a program that trains leaders and other individuals interested in applying the principles of political forgiveness to transform their lives and create social change.
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Eileen’s book: Finding Forgiveness: A 7 Step Program for Letting Go of Anger and Bitterness
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Forgiveness-Seven-Step-Program-Bitterness/dp/0071474692/ref=sr_1_1?
Timestamps
00:34 Meet Father Leonel Narváez
02:07 Leonel’s Early Life and Influences
05:19 Encounter with FARC Leader
10:36 Understanding Political Forgiveness
16:57 The Role of Truth and Reconciliation
24:48 ESPERE Methodology and Its Impact
32:32 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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