On YouTube: The Book of Genesis

The Book of Genesis By Dr. Garrett Galvin, O.F.M.,

Franciscan School of Theology President

Special series replay

This lecture series offers an overview of the Book of Genesis. Pope Benedict XVI had reminded us: “Spiritually, we are all Semites.” With this in mind, we will approach the Book of Genesis as a type of formation handbook where we hear about the spiritual journey and development of our fathers and mother ins faith. Genesis helps us understand our beginnings in goodness and blessing. This blessing is challenged by the freedom to sin inherent in our status as human but is always answered by a God of forgiveness. We see this relationship develop between God and humanity in the stories and spiritual journeys of Noah, Abraham, and Jacob. We will conclude in Egypt with an ever-deepening bond between God and Israel. The six lectures in the series are Introduction, Creation, Primeval, Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph. Learn about upcoming lectures by visiting FST.edu News and Events. Be notified of new posts by subscribing to YouTube Channel FST EDU1. These lectures and more are brought to you for free from the Franciscan School of Theology on the University of San Diego Campus. Free-will offerings welcome at www.fst.edu by clicking on GIVE NOW. Thank you.