Is God Good?

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Why do human beings suffer? How do we make sense out of violence, trauma, and devastation of the natural world? What are human beings supposed to be doing with our lives and where can we find hope? Every major religion has addressed these questions. In this class, we are going to explore different ways in which Christianity has interpreted suffering and evil with an eye toward hope. The course will engage a number of contemporary issues including: sexual violence and racism. No prior knowledge is required. All are welcome!