Mako Nagasawa

Mako Nagasawa is a theologian and director of the Anastasis Center for Christian Education, focusing on restorative justice and patristic theology. He discusses how early church fathers shaped our understanding of justice, contrasting retributive justice with a restorative approach that nurtures healing. Mako advocates for reading Scripture as a narrative that retells Jesus’ purpose. He critiques traditional atonement models and explains how God's attributes reflect a loving response in the context of community and restoration.

Mako Nagasawa, founder and director of the Anastasis Center, shares profound insights on restorative justice and healing atonement, challenging traditional views on penal substitution. Joined by community moderator Stephen, they explore personal deconstruction journeys, the complexities of faith, and how parenting reveals tensions within punitive theology. Mako emphasizes that repentance must involve repair, not just forgiveness, and advocates for a restorative approach to justice that lowers recidivism and fosters understanding in a polarized society.

Mako Nagasawa, advocate for restorative justice and community living, discusses healing atonement theory and intentional affordable housing projects in Boston with Tim. They explore restorative justice from gospel examples, the transformational power of communal living, and the impact of hyper-individualism on society and history.