A Masterclass from
Jackie Durant
About This Masterclass
When harm has happened, what would making things right really take?
An apology was offered. A consequence was given. Everyone was ready to move on—but someone still felt unheard, trust remained fragile, and the deeper questions went unanswered.
What could justice look like when repairing harm becomes part of the response?
In For the Love of Justice, Jackie Durant introduces restorative justice through the heart of God’s ministry of reconciliation. Across six sessions, explore how to acknowledge wrongdoing, listen to those affected, and invite meaningful accountability that leads toward repair.
Drawing on experience with victims, offenders, and community programs, Jackie brings real stories and practical tools to difficult questions about forgiveness, responsibility, and rebuilding relationships. You’ll also consider how past experiences shape behavior and why understanding someone’s story matters.
Whether you’re navigating tension at home, leading a team, or serving your community, come discover a thoughtful approach to justice that holds dignity and accountability together.
What you'll learn in this class....
- Recognize how your own experiences influence your response to wrongdoing.
- Understand restorative justice and its focus on people, harm, and responsibility.
- Consider how childhood adversity can influence behavior and relationships.
- Ask questions that help people describe what happened and how it affected them.
- Explore accountability through acknowledging harm and taking steps to repair it.
- Understand the importance of willingness, safety, and participation in reconciliation.
- Practice a three-step framework for acknowledging harm, addressing needs, and agreeing on a way forward.
Sessions: 6 | Length: 2hrs 49min
Session 1: For the Love of Justice
30 min
When you hear “justice,” what do you hope will happen? Explore how your story shapes your answer, look beyond the visible act of wrongdoing, and consider what God’s heart for reconciliation invites you to see.
Session 2: What is Restorative Justice?
33 min
A rule was broken—but who was hurt, and what do they need? Discover the questions at the heart of restorative justice and explore how hearing the impact of harm can open a path toward empathy and responsibility.
Session 3: ACEs and Restorative Justice
18 min
There may be more to someone’s reaction than the moment in front of you. Explore Adverse Childhood Experiences, consider the influence of past pain, and discover the importance of supportive relationships in nurturing hope and change.
Session 4: Punitive vs. Restorative Justice
31 min
A consequence has been given. What still needs to be made right? Compare approaches to wrongdoing and explore how accountability becomes tangible when people acknowledge the impact of their actions and participate in repairing harm.
Session 5: Forgiveness, Justice, and Healing
25 min
What becomes possible when someone finally feels heard? Explore the place of listening in conversations about forgiveness and justice, and practice questions that make room for honest stories, deeper understanding, and willing participation.
Session 6: Tools for Restoration and Reconciliation
32 min
How do you move from good intentions to a meaningful conversation? Discover a three-step framework for acknowledging harm, restoring equity, and creating a path forward—with space for each person’s perspective, needs, and responsibilities.
Join the Conversation
Share insights, ask questions, and connect with other members.
Session Notes
Review key insights and reflect on what you’re learning.
Learn at Your Pace
Make room to grow with teaching that fits your schedule.
Faith for Everyday Life
Find encouragement for the people and places God has entrusted to you.
About the Teacher
Jackie Durant brings a heart for healing to some of the places where hurt and injustice run deepest. Having worked with both victims and offenders in the criminal justice system, she cares deeply about helping people be heard, take responsibility, and discover possibilities for restoration.
As Executive Director of HOPE City Redding, Jackie leads community-based programs rooted in restorative justice practices. Her experience also includes directing drug and alcohol treatment facilities and teaching state-certified drug and alcohol counselors in Northern California.
Through empathetic teaching and practical program development, Jackie invites people to consider what justice can make possible: dignity restored, harm acknowledged, and meaningful steps toward freedom and wholeness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I care deeply about accountability. Does a restorative approach make room for that?
Yes. Taking harm seriously is central to this class. Jackie explores what it means to hear those affected, acknowledge responsibility, and consider what repair requires. Compassion makes room for honest understanding while keeping the impact of wrongdoing in view.
Can I benefit if the other person isn’t ready to have a conversation?
Yes. You can begin by reflecting on your own responses, learning to name harm clearly, and practicing thoughtful listening. Reconciliation requires willing participation and a safe context; taking this class doesn’t mean you need to initiate contact or rush into a conversation. There is room to learn while honoring your boundaries and pace.
What is Bethel Leaders Network?
Bethel Leaders Network (BLN) is an expression of the Bethel Church family in Redding, California. Our heart is to connect, encourage, and equip leaders to live out Kingdom culture and see God move in their homes, workplaces, churches, and communities. Through resources and opportunities for meaningful connection, we help people grow in their walk with God and in what He has called them to carry.
Who are these masterclasses for?
If you’re hungry to grow in your relationship with God and bring His heart into everyday life, these masterclasses are for you. Whether you’re raising a family, leading a church, building a business, or serving your community, our hope is that you leave encouraged and equipped for where God has placed you. You don’t need a leadership title to have an impact.
How much does it cost to access the masterclasses?
Our masterclasses are included in all three memberships, so you can choose the support and connection that best fit your season:
- BLN Learn — $12/month or $120/year: Grow at your own pace with access to our library of 40+ masterclasses and new content added monthly.
- BLN Engage — $37/month: Enjoy everything in Learn, plus community, sphere-specific mentors, learning pathways, and live calls to encourage you along the way.
- BLN Influence — suggested contribution of $225/month: Receive everything in Engage, plus personal connection, coaching, and pastoral support for senior leaders and their spouses. An application is required, with a $200 non-refundable application fee.
Can I watch at my own pace?
Absolutely. You can watch on demand through the BLN platform on the web or mobile app throughout your active membership. Make space in a rhythm that works for you, pause to reflect, and return to a session as you put what you’re discovering into practice.
How do I get started?
Select “Get Started” to explore our memberships and choose the one that best suits your season and the ways you’d like to grow. You can join Learn or Engage directly, or apply for Influence if you’re a senior leader seeking deeper connection and support.
