Attorney, author presents “A Christian Vision for Justice Reform” at FPU

"Love your neighbor" are words sometimes as difficult to put into practice as they are simple to say-what impact might that phrase have on the U.S. justice system?

That is what Matthew T. Martens, J.D., will explore in "A Christian Vision for Justice Reform" February 6-7, 2025, at Fresno Pacific University. Martens will unpack insights from his book Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal as he looks at how Scripture can guide and equip Christians to seek a more biblical system of justice.

Both events are on the FPU main campus, 1717 S. Chestnut Ave., Fresno:

• Thursday, February 6, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
  "A Christian Vision for Justice Reform"
  Lin Family Performance Center, part of Warkentine Culture and Arts Center
  Martens will describe how Scripture provides guidance on loving our neighbors and how this can shape a new view of criminal justice. Admission is free, no registration needed.
• Friday, February 7, 8:00-9:30 a.m.
  "Pastor/Professional Breakfast"
  BC Lounge
  Marten will consider Scripture's teaching about the ministry role of government officials and what this means for the work of criminal justice professionals in particular. Scan QR code above to register to attend.

About Matthew T. Martens, J.D.

Matthew T. Martens, has a Juris Doctorate from the University of North Carolina School of Law, and an M.A. in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Today a lawyer at an international law firm in Washington, D.C., Martens has spent the bulk of his more than 27-year legal career practicing criminal law as both a federal prosecutor and as a defense attorney, and early in his career served as a law clerk to Chief Justice William Rehnquist at the U.S. Supreme Court. His book, Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal, was named The Gospel Coalition's "Book of the Year by a First-Time Author."

The visit is sponsored by FPU's Bridge to Ministry and Criminology programs:

About Bridge to Ministry

The Bridge to Ministry pathway accelerates students' journeys to earning both bachelor's and master's degrees in five years. Participants receive individual mentoring, participate in special events and activities, and learn from a diverse group of people.

About Criminology

As a criminology major at FPU, students learn how anthropology, sociology and economics inform how society views crime. Coursework is taught by faculty with global work experience and includes research projects and internships that give students the opportunity to make a tangible difference in their communities.

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