As one of the eight spokes of the Buddhist Noble Eightfold Path, ‘Right Speech’ is a crucial skill for competent and compassionate ministry. It has been said that one’s tongue, or words, can be the most dangerous weapon in the world. Meaning, what we say, and how we say it, has the potential to heal or to injure others. In this course, students will learn the principles, strategies, and practices of skillful communication that contribute to understanding, reconciliation, and healing.