BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Houston Peace & Justice Center - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hpjc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Houston Peace & Justice Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T025959 DTSTAMP:20250924T212618Z CREATED:20250924T212615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212618Z UID:10002365-1759287600-1761965999@hpjc.org SUMMARY:People’s Ecochallenge DESCRIPTION:The online People’s Ecochallenge offers you the opportunity to care for the earth by taking on a challenge(s) in: community\, energy\, food\, health\, nature\, simplicity\, transportation\, waste\, and water.  \nYou can learn about these topics\, take action in your personal life\, advocate or create a new environmental justice/stewardship habit over the course of the month of the challenge. \nMake a difference by joining one of the two teams listed below for the People’s EcoChallenge (or create your own team\, or join as an individual)!  You select the challenges you’d like to accomplish during the month of October and when/how you do them.  For more information\, see this link: https://peoples.ecochallenge.org/ . For more information on the teams below\, contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. \nLutherans Restoring Creation – Gulf Coast Team: https://peoples.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=517749db-f322-4e59-969b-827f347e3016&team_id=lutherans-restoring-creation-gulf-coast \nInterfaith Environmental Network of Houston Team: https://peoples.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=d38ddbef-a97d-43ab-ad30-5922e0c06ae9&team_id=interfaith-environmental-network-of-houston \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/peoples-ecochallenge/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Peoples-ecochallenge-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T190000 DTSTAMP:20250924T212319Z CREATED:20250924T212316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212319Z UID:10002355-1759082400-1759086000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:The Nuts and Bolts of Integral Ecology DESCRIPTION:What is integral ecology\, and how can we put it into practice? Join Sr. Damien Marie Savino as she addresses these questions\, focusing on the notion of integral ecology introduced by Pope Francis in his environmental encyclical\, Laudato Si’ and explored in her new book Learning the Language of Creation\, to be released in January 2026. \n\n\n\nHer lecture will include comments upon practices such as regenerative agriculture and nature-based solutions\, in recognition that healing of ecosystems and of human communities goes hand in hand. \n\n\n\nThis program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1513793921369. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-integral-ecology/ LOCATION:Online\, TX CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sr-DAmien.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T150000 DTSTAMP:20250924T212432Z CREATED:20250924T211615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212432Z UID:10002376-1758963600-1758985200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Houston Community Climate Summit DESCRIPTION:The climate crisis is already here in Houston — and so is the power to fight back. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Houston Community Climate Summit is a community-led gathering bringing together organizers\, youth\, elders\, artists\, frontline residents\, and advocates to build a shared vision for climate justice in the Greater Houston Area and Texas Gulf Coast. A Hybrid option will be available. Make sure to register! \n\n\n\nThis year’s summit is rooted in action\, healing\, and solidarity. We’ll hold space to mourn what’s been lost\, celebrate what we’ve built\, and organize for the future we deserve. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a longtime climate advocate or just beginning your journey\, this summit is designed for you — your voice\, your experience\, your role in this movement. \n\n\n\nMUST register to attend BEFORE event due to limited seating.\n\n\n\nRegister at: https://tinyurl.com/houston-climate-summit \n\n\n\nLocation: Shrine of the Black Madonna in Houston\, Texas Date: Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST Cost: Free Who Should Attend: Open to all — youth\, families\, elders\, organizers\, newcomers\, artists\, educators\, and more \n\n\n\nAccessibility: Hybrid online options\, child care\, and dietary accommodations are available on request. \n\n\n\nAs part of our commitment to reducing environmental impact\, conserving resources\, and promoting a sustainable and just food system — delicious plant-based meals will be served by default at this summit. Chicken or gluten-free can be provided upon request. We will do our best to accommodate. Learn more about the link between diet and climate change: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RGMPXNW1CAnJiApYLsp1ga6loI5P2qeQ/view” \n\n\n\nPlease email sarah@woorijuntos.org or call 832-794-2763 for any questions or more information. \n\n\n\nTo ensure accommodations\, please register before September 25\, 2025. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/houston-community-climate-summit-2/ LOCATION:Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural and Events Center\, 5309 Martin Luther King Blvd\, Houston\, TX\, 77021 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ClimateSummit_Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T160000 DTSTAMP:20250924T213947Z CREATED:20250924T213941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213947Z UID:10002362-1758468600-1758470400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Tips and Tricks to Going Solar DESCRIPTION:Sophy Ashworth\, a long-time solar homeowner and volunteer with the non-profit Solar United Neighbors (SUN)\, will share from her and SUN’s experience how best to invest in solar\, avoid scams\, and hedge against rising electricity costs. Bring your questions and between Sophy and SUN’s great Help Desk\, we will help take down the barriers to going solar. \n\n\n\nAlready have solar? Thank you! Sophy will share how to help SUN advocate for our solar rights. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is part of the larger Sun Day event celebrating and promoting renewable energy\, which begins at 2 p.m. with a rally and exhibit by local environmental non-profits. Come early for the rally and exhibit and stay to learn about going solar! \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/830764/. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/tips-and-tricks-to-going-solar/ LOCATION:Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2353 Rice Boulevard\, Houston\, 77005 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sophy-Ashworth-photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T163000 DTSTAMP:20250913T172229Z CREATED:20250913T171950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T172229Z UID:10002363-1758463200-1758472200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Sun Day DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 21 is a day of action to celebrate solar and wind power\, and the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources in Texas and worldwide. \nSun Day Houston 2025 will feature inspirational speakers at 2 p.m.\, exhibits throughout the event\, workshops at 3 p.m. (Rain Barrels for the Houston Area Community)\, 3:30 p.m. (Tips & Tricks for Going Solar) & 4 p.m. (Welcoming the Energy Transition)\, a Voter Registration Booth (from 2 – 3 p.m. only)\, music\, fun activities\, food\, and fellowship that focus on learning what actions individuals can take to counter climate change and promote the adoption of clean\, reliable energy statewide and on a small scale in communities\, businesses\, homes\, and apartments. \nAttendees will see mobile solar and home solar battery displays\, electric vehicle show and tell\, and other hands-on renewable energy demonstrations. Rain barrels will be sold at the event; reserve a rain barrel in advance at www.galvbay.org/events\, because they will sell out quickly.  Register for/learn more about the Tips & Tricks for Going Solar workshop at: https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/830764/. If parking is unavailable in the church’s lots\, ample parking is available across the street in the Rice University stadium lot on Greenbriar. Register for the Sun Day event\, for planning purposes\, at: https://actionnetwork.org/events/sun-day-houston. \nSun Day Houston 2025 is co-sponsored by TH!RD ACT\, the Sierra Club of Houston\, the Harris County Office of County Administration’s Sustainability Division\, Environment Texas\, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC®) Texas Chapter\, Environment Texas\, Citizens Environmental Coalition of Houston\, Houston Electric Vehicle Assn (Houston EVA)\, Public Citizen\, Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, Houston Peace & Justice Center\, Houston Climate Movement\, Texas Campaign for the Environment\, Sunrise Movement\, Gulf South Fossil Finance Hub\, Solar United Neighbors (SUN)\, Turtle Island Restoration Network\, S.A.F.E. Communities\, Better Brazoria Clean Air and Water\, Extinction Rebellion Houston\, Citizens Climate Lobby Houston\, and a growing number of other organizations. \n“Solar and wind power have become the most affordable sources of new electricity generation in Texas and worldwide\, while in Houston—a city long shaped by the hydrocarbon industry—misinformation about the cost-effectiveness and reliability of renewables persists. Sun Day Houston 2025 is about providing accurate\, unbiased facts to the public empowering our community to make informed choices for the future\,” said Gina Biekman\, coordinator of the Third Act Houston Working Group\, primary sponsor of the event. \nFeatured speakers:\nDaniel Cohan\, PhD\, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Rice University\, will speak on the science of renewable energy and its growing role in ERCOT and the national U.S. energy grid. Dr. Cohan will also highlight his own personal experience with rooftop solar and his electric vehicle. \nAndrea Oyuela\, Sustainability Division\, Harris County Office of Administration\, is manager of the Harris County Solar for All program. Andrea will share updates on Harris County’s efforts to expand solar energy access to underserved communities in our area and the county’s leadership role in the Texas Solar for All Coalition. Andrea’s international development experience includes projects in Kenya\, Norway\, and Italy. \nInformation on Workshops:\nRain Barrels for the Houston Area Community: Learn about the benefits of rain barrels\, get one for your home/house of worship and learn how to install it on your property. Rain barrels not only conserve water\, a precious natural resource\, they also help to keep water clean and reduce flooding\, thereby making Houston a more resilient city.  And\, these barrels have been re-purposed\, avoiding plastic waste. Registration includes one rain barrel\, one connecter kit and training to install them. Supplies of rain barrels are limited\, so please register early.  Rain barrels will be available to be picked up on Sunday\, Sept. 21\, from 2 – 3 p.m. in the church parking lot. Installation training will take place afterward\, from 3 – 3:30 p.m.\, with Q&A/wrap-up from 3:30 – 4 p.m.\, in the church building. Galveston Bay Foundation will share a presentation discussing water conservation tools like Water My Yard\, the environmental benefits of reducing freshwater usage and collecting rainwater\, as well as proper rain barrel preparation\, installation instructions and tips. If you can’t stay for the training\, recorded training is available. This workshop is organized by Galveston Bay Foundation in partnership with the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, and is sponsored by Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Register to participate at: www.galvbay.org/events. \nTips & Tricks for Going Solar: Sophy Ashworth\, a long-time solar homeowner and volunteer with the non-profit Solar United Neighbors (SUN)\, will share from her and SUN’s experience how best to invest in solar\, avoid scams\, and hedge against rising electricity costs. Bring your questions and between Sophy and SUN’s great Help Desk\, we will help take down the barriers to going solar. Already have solar? Thank you! Sophy will share how to help SUN advocate for our solar rights. Please register for this talk on https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/830764/. \nWelcoming the Energy Transition: Nan Hildreth will provide citizens with keen insights and statistical data to elucidate the energy revolution that we are in the midst of\, right now\, even though few have noticed it. “We must recognize it and pursue it swiftly and wholeheartedly to end the climate crisis\,” Nan says. This workshop will display how clean energy has become the cheapest source of energy and is doubling every three years. 95% of new electricity generation in 2024 was solar\, wind\, or battery-supplied from clean energy. By 2050\, humanity can expect to accomplish twice as much with only a fraction of current emissions. Fossil fuels waste 2/3 of the energy created. Clean energy adoption is as unstoppable as was the Industrial Revolution. Yet some are trying to slow it down. \nJoin us for a fun day of triumph to celebrate the success of widespread renewable energy adoption and learn how you can advocate for change! Register for the Sun Day event\, for planning purposes\, at: https://actionnetwork.org/events/sun-day-houston \nAbout TH!RD ACT\nPrimary sponsor of Sun Day is TH!RD ACT (https://thirdact.org/)\, a national nonprofit organization of citizens over age 60\, working together to build a powerful elder-led movement to safeguard our climate and protect democracy for future generations. TH!RD ACT was founded in 2021 by noted environmentalist Bill McKibben. \nMedia Contact \nRob Bartlett\, Jr.713-962-8033bartlett@b-creative.com URL:https://hpjc.org/event/sun-day/ LOCATION:Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2353 Rice Boulevard\, Houston\, 77005 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Thrd-Act-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T160000 DTSTAMP:20250924T214111Z CREATED:20250924T214108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214111Z UID:10002353-1758463200-1758470400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Rain Barrels for The Houston-Area Community DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a rain barrel workshop. Join us on Sunday\, September 21 to learn about the benefits of rain barrels\, get one for your home/house of worship and learn how to install it on your property. \n\n\n\nRain barrels not only conserve water\, a precious natural resource\, they also help to keep water clean and reduce flooding\, thereby making Houston a more resilient city.  And\, these barrels have been re-purposed\, avoiding plastic waste. \n\n\n\nRegistration includes one rain barrel\, one connecter kit and training to install them. Supplies of rain barrels are limited\, so please register early.  Rain barrels will be available to be picked up on Sunday\, Sept. 21\, from 2 – 3 p.m. in the church parking lot. Installation training will take place afterward\, from 3 – 3:30 p.m.\, with Q&A/wrap-up from 3:30 – 4 p.m.\, in the church building. \n\n\n\nGalveston Bay Foundation will share a presentation discussing water conservation tools like Water My Yard\, the environmental benefits of reducing freshwater usage and collecting rainwater\, as well as proper rain barrel preparation\, installation instructions and tips. If you can’t stay for the training\, recorded training is available. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is organized by Galveston Bay Foundation in partnership with the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, and is sponsored by Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. \n\n\n\nRegister to participate at: www.galvbay.org/events. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/rain-barrels-for-the-houston-area-community-4/ LOCATION:Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2353 Rice Boulevard\, Houston\, 77005 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Non-HPJC Meeting,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/taking-rain-barrels-home.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T210000 DTSTAMP:20250827T195829Z CREATED:20250827T195827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T195829Z UID:10002360-1757530800-1757538000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Texas Observer Roundtable on Resiliance & Leadership\, 20 Years after Hurricane Katrina DESCRIPTION:Join the Texas Observer in Houston on September 10\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Lingering Storm: 20 Years After Katrina—Stories of Hope and ActionJoin us in Houston on Wednesday\, September 10\, for an evening of reflection\, storytelling\, and conversation. Two decades after Hurricane Katrina reshaped the Gulf Coast and the country\, we’re gathering to reflect on the storm’s legacy and highlight the strength\, resilience\, and action that followed in its wake.The Observer is excited to partner with Mother Jones\, Reveal\, and Capital B to host this very special event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Julia Ideson Building\, 550 McKinney St\, Houston\, TX 77002 (map it)Date: Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025Time: Doors at 6:30 p.m. | Program 7–9 p.m. \nAdmission: Donation-based (Suggested: $5)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Highlights\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReporting on Climate Change\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA compelling conversation featuring Soledad O’Brien\, Garrison Hayes (Mother Jones)\, and Adam Mahoney (Capital B)\, exploring how Hurricane Katrina changed climate journalism—and how the media continues to cover today’s climate crises in vulnerable communities.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStarting Over and Building Anew\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA roundtable on resilience and leadership\, with former Houston Mayor Bill White\, Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr. (Hip Hop Caucus)\, and local leaders\, moderated by the Texas Observer‘s Lise Olsen.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’d love to have you join us—and we’d be grateful if you could share this invitation with friends\, family\, and community members who might be interested. This is a community-centered event\, and everyone is welcome.We’re also working on a livestream option\, so stay tuned for more details soon.Thank you for your time and support. We look forward to seeing you in September as we honor the past and shape the future—together. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/texas-observer-roundtable-on-resiliance-leadership-20-yr-after-hurricane-katrina/2025-09-10/ LOCATION:Julia Ideson Bldg\, 550 McKinney St\, Houston\, 77002 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/TX-Observer-Lingering-Storm-graphic-Sep-2025-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T025959 DTSTAMP:20250924T214548Z CREATED:20250924T214545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214548Z UID:10002340-1757300400-1766199599@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Living the Change DESCRIPTION:Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs. a 2010 baseline)\, and that 25 – 30% of all needed emissions reductions must come from individuals/households. 50% may seem like a very high hurdle. But\, it translates to only a 8%/year reduction\, starting now. And\, you may have already made some lifestyle improvements since 2010 that reduced your emissions\, so you could already be well on your way toward the 50% reduction goal.  \n\n\n\nParticipants in this individualized course will leave with a personal plan to achieve the 50% emissions reduction goal through targeted lifestyle improvements that will also save them money. The course was developed in response to the Walk on Earth Gently multifaith statement\, inspired by religious teachings to turn away from consumerism & to seek balanced relationships with all people and the planet. \n\n\n\nWalk on Earth Gently invites you into a journey of Living the Change that the world needs. This program will work individually with participants\, on dates and times that work for both them and the facilitator.  Those already far along on their carbon footprint reduction journey may only need a few sessions with the facilitator to complete their 50% carbon footprint reduction plan\, whereas others may need more sessions.  Accept the Walk on Earth Gently invitation and commit to a sustainable lifestyle.   \n\n\n\nRegister for this course on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1507561550179. Meeting dates and times are individually scheduled.  For more information\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/living-the-change-2/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Non-HPJC Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/multifaith-statement-delivery.png ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T190000 DTSTAMP:20250924T214915Z CREATED:20250924T214912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214915Z UID:10002333-1756663200-1756666800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:There is a Conservationist in Everyone DESCRIPTION:Join Karla Klay\, Executive Director of Artist Boat\, to learn about Artist Boat’s effort to conserve 1\,400 acres on West Galveston Island. Since 2010\, 1\,039 acres have been conserved through 15 transactions totaling $25 million dollars. This effort has taken a village of partners at Federal\, State\, and local levels. Bringing together these partners\, as well as members of the community\, demonstrates how there is a conservationist in everyone. \n\n\n\nHear from Karla how you can support the work of Artist Boat. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/there-is-a-conservationist-in-everyone-tickets-1506018785729. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/there-is-a-conservationist-in-everyone/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Karla-Klay.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T190000 DTSTAMP:20250924T215145Z CREATED:20250924T215143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215145Z UID:10002321-1751220000-1759777200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Cultivating Change: New American Farmers and Their Role in a Greener Houston DESCRIPTION:Urban Houston faces both environmental and social challenges: food deserts\, high resource costs\, and barriers for refugees-turned-farmers seeking to build sustainable livelihoods. In this talk\, we’ll explore how Plant It Forward leverages government and private support to secure land for New American farmers\, reducing carbon footprints through hyper-local production and empowering communities through equitable land access. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn practical steps you can take today: from advocating for land-use policy reforms and donating or leasing land\, to volunteering your time and choosing locally grown produce at farmers’ markets. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-change-new-american-farmers-their-role-in-a-greener-houston-tickets-1360869109139. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/cultivating-change-new-american-farmers-and-their-role-in-a-greener-houston/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PiF-farmer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T153000 DTSTAMP:20250924T215642Z CREATED:20250924T215639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215642Z UID:10002320-1749391200-1757950200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Interfaith Justice Advocacy Workshop DESCRIPTION:June 2025 is the perfect time to refresh your advocacy knowledge and set goals for engaging your faith community around issues that impact the planet and its peoples. Why is it such a perfect time? Getting started now gives you plenty of time to get ready for elections in 2026.   \n\n\n\nFaith communities typically don’t want to be seen as “political\,” but\, as we’ll cover in this workshop\, faith communities can—and should—provide important education and leadership roles in nonpartisan civic engagement. Join Bee Moorhead\, executive director of Texas Impact\, an interfaith justice advocacy organization\, and her colleagues\, to talk about what that looks like “in real life\,” and do a deep dive into Texas Impact’s specific Houston-area resources and projects.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1344713928559. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/interfaith-justice-advocacy-workshop-5/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Environmental & Environmental Justice,Human Rights & Criminal Justice,Presentation or Lecture,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Texas-Impact-logo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T190000 DTSTAMP:20250924T215929Z CREATED:20250924T215927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215929Z UID:10002316-1747591200-1747594800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Plastic Pollution: A Growing Crisis and What You Can Do DESCRIPTION:Join Leticia Socal\, Sustainability Director at Brilliant Ideas Planet\, as she explores the widespread impact of plastic pollution on our environment\, wildlife\, and human health. She’ll discuss how plastic waste has evolved into a global crisis\, highlighting the challenges it presents and the steps we can all take to reduce our personal and collective plastic footprint. From everyday actions to regulatory changes\, this session will provide you with practical solutions to combat plastic pollution and help contribute to a more sustainable future. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plastic-pollution-a-growing-crisis-and-what-you-can-do-tickets-1321173428289. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/plastic-pollution-a-growing-crisis-and-what-you-can-do/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Leticia-Socal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20250924T220019Z CREATED:20250924T220015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T220019Z UID:10002315-1746367200-1746374400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Pocket Prairie and Great Grow Out Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on pocket prairie and native plant grow-out workshop designed for Communities of Faith! Staff from the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and Native Prairies Association of Texas will lead participants in lessons on pocket prairie establishment\, plant propagation and sourcing\, biodiversity surveys\, and how our organizations can support your efforts to foster nature on your grounds. Participants will go home with germination trays\, soil\, and native seeds to grow out for restoration projects. Open to ages 10 and up. This event has been organized in partnership with the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston.  \n\n\n\nContact Bethany Foshee with any questions at bfoshee@coastalprairieconservancy.org. \n\n\n\nRegister for this event at: https://texasprairie.org/event/pocketprairieworkshop-may2025/ \n\n\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/pocket-prairie-and-great-grow-out-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Deer Park Prairie Education Center\, 1222 E. Purdue Lane\, Deer Park\, 77536 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Great-grow-out.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T190000 DTSTAMP:20250924T220124Z CREATED:20250924T220122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T220124Z UID:10002309-1745776800-1745780400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Connecting Lands and Connecting People: Preserving the Coastal Prairie DESCRIPTION:Join Bethany Foshee of the Coastal Prairie Conservancy to learn about their work to conserve coastal prairie and how you can engage. Bethany will first cover the history\, mission\, and latest efforts of the Coastal Prairie Conservancy. She’ll then segue into how people can get involved in their work\, highlighting Texas’ first certified Conservation Cemetery at their new Blazing Star Sanctuary\, their 20\,000 Milkweeds Initiative\, their Great Grow Out program\, and their 9 Natives program\, as well as other exciting stewardship and outreach endeavors on the Katy Prairie.  There are many ways to get connected with the land and with people while making a difference! This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting-lands-and-connecting-people-preserving-the-coastal-prairie-tickets-1265031987729. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/connecting-lands-and-connecting-people-preserving-the-coastal-prairie/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Bethany-Foshee.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T190000 DTSTAMP:20250226T040832Z CREATED:20250226T040832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T040832Z UID:10001884-1744740000-1744743600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:The Earth and the Fullness Thereof book discussion group DESCRIPTION:The Earth and the Fullness Thereof is H. Paul Santmire’s latest book\, published in 2024. In it\, the eminent Christian ecojustice activist and ecological theologian has created a first-person engagement with current ecojustice issues for persons of faith and for seekers\, offering inspiring and practical discussions of current ecojustice issues\, related spiritual challenges\, and how to live ecologically-all inspired by testimony from the arts and by a cosmic vision of faith. Join us to read and discuss this thought-provoking book as a Lenten study\, to deepen your Christian practice\, or to explore the profundities of the Christian faith for seekers and the faithful alike. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. Register for The Earth and the Fullness Thereof book discussion group on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-earth-the-fullness-thereof-book-discussion-group-tickets-1230862335379.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-earth-and-the-fullness-thereof-book-discussion-group/2025-04-15/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Earth-the-fullness-thereof-cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T190000 DTSTAMP:20250226T040800Z CREATED:20250226T040800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T040800Z UID:10001888-1744048800-1744052400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Drawdown Roadmap DESCRIPTION:You may know that there are many possible solutions to combat climate change.  But\, how do we focus our efforts\, create the most effective plan and really make a difference on climate before it’s too late? The Drawdown Roadmap is a science-based strategy for accelerating climate solutions\, pointing to which climate actions governments\, businesses\, investors\, philanthropists\, community organizations\, and others should prioritize to make the most of our efforts to stop climate change. Attend this 4-week course to understand the roadmap\, and consider how to actualize it in your business\, community organization\, investments and more.  To learn more/register\, see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drawdown-roadmap-tickets-1230822365829. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/drawdown-roadmap-2/2025-04-07/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture,Video Showing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Drawdown-Roadmap-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T150000 DTSTAMP:20250226T040659Z CREATED:20250226T040659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T040659Z UID:10001893-1743343200-1743346800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Finding Common Ground on Conservation DESCRIPTION:In our hyper-polarized political environment\, with upheavals beginning again that will impact conservation efforts nationwide\, how can those of us who care about nature find messages and actions that will bridge the divide? Especially from the voice of the faith community? Jeff Sargent of the Native Prairies Association of Texas will share his perspectives from a professional and personal standpoint\, and seek your feedback on what you are doing individually that has worked\, or not. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-common-ground-on-conservation-tickets-1230882826669. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/finding-common-ground-on-conservation/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Jeff-Sargent.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T210000 DTSTAMP:20250319T165908Z CREATED:20250319T165905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T165908Z UID:10001909-1743181200-1743195600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Night of Ideas featuring Dr. Peter Hotez Presented with Villa Albertine & Institut Français DESCRIPTION:Villa Albertine’s signature evening of arts and culture marathon\, “Night of Ideas” will take place from March 27 through April 6 across 20 US cities. The event invites thought leaders\, activists\, performers\, authors\, and academics to engage the public in late-night discussions addressing major global issues. This year’s unifying theme is “Common Ground\,” prompting participants to consider how we can commit to and protect what we have in common. How can we foster authentic interpersonal connection in an increasingly digital world? In a polarized political landscape\, where are our opportunities for dialogue? As extreme weather threatens our planet\, how can we preserve the land beneath our feet? Night of Ideas is presented by Villa Albertine and Albertine Foundation and coordinated worldwide by the Institut Français.\n\nThis year’s festival at the Rothko Chapel will include events exploring common ground in pursuit of health justice with performances and talks:\n5pm – “Connecting through Music & Medicine\,” Performance by Texas Medical Center Orchestra\n6pm – “Texas Through Women’s Minds\,” Talk by Prune Antoine\, French journalist-researcher & Current Artist in Residence with Villa Albertine\n6:45pm – “The Advocacy Power of Music & Poetry\,” Performance & Discussion with Toni Hickman & Sofia Heyl\nSpecial Thanks to Community Partner ReelAbilities\n7:30pm – “The Deadly Rise of Anti-Science\,” Talk by Dr. Peter Hotez\, epidemiologist & professor\n8:30pm – Reception & Book Signing with Dr. Peter Hotez URL:https://hpjc.org/event/night-of-ideas-featuring-dr-peter-hotez-presented-with-villa-albertine-institut-francais/ LOCATION:Rothko Chapel\, 3900 Yupon St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture,Social ORGANIZER;CN="Rothko Chapel":MAILTO:info@rothkochapel.org GEO:29.7378214;-95.3957425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St. Houston TX 77006 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3900 Yupon St.:geo:-95.3957425,29.7378214 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T160000 DTSTAMP:20250226T040720Z CREATED:20250226T040720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T040720Z UID:10001889-1742738400-1742745600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Beach Clean-Up DESCRIPTION:Calling people of all faiths\, or no faith at all\, to care for our common home in a beach clean-up in Surfside! We will remove trash polluting a shoreline at Surfside Beach\, helping to protect and restore our beautiful Gulf. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels\, so bring the whole family! Supplies will be provided. You just need a reusable water bottle and closed-toe shoes. This beach clean-up is organized by the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston in partnership with the Village of Surfside Beach. Registration for this event is limited and required for participation. Specific meeting location in Surfside Beach will be sent to all registrants several days prior to the event. Register on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-clean-up-tickets-1230893929879.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/beach-clean-up-3/ LOCATION:Surfside Beach\, Highway 332 at Surf Drive\, Village of Surfside Beach\, 77541 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Social,Video Showing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/beachsign.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T180000 DTSTAMP:20250219T004959Z CREATED:20250218T233156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T004959Z UID:10001906-1741521600-1741543200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:March For Future Generations DESCRIPTION:The March for Future Generations is a multi-generational initiative uniting individuals concerned about the environmental legacy being left for children\, grandchildren and beyond. On Saturday March 9 from 12-6pm join us for a family friendly day at Discovery Green Park (Lindsey Waterside Landing). THEN on Monday March 10\, join us for the March For Future Generations. Meet at 11am March starts at 12PM (NOON) at Root Square Park in Downtown Houston. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/march-for-future-generations/ CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T190000 DTSTAMP:20240619T043043Z CREATED:20240619T042913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T043043Z UID:10001628-1721584800-1721588400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Revitalizing Levy Park DESCRIPTION:In the heart of Houston lies Levy Park\, a once-neglected space now transformed into a vibrant community hub. Join Stephanie Kiouses\, Park Director\, as she explores Levy Park’s renewal\, restoration\, and regeneration\, showcasing the transformative power of urban revitalization projects.   Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/revitalizing-levy-park-tickets-923157006457. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/revitalizing-levy-park/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Stephanie-Kiouses-photo-e1718771193294.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240701T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T025959 DTSTAMP:20240704T161546Z CREATED:20240619T044106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T161546Z UID:10001627-1719802800-1722481199@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Plastic Free EcoChallenge DESCRIPTION:Plastic pollution now contaminates the deepest trenches in the ocean\, the highest mountain peaks\, and even the air we breathe. Microplastics have been found in human blood\, lungs\, breast milk and placentas.  Plastic has entered the food chain\, killing wildlife\, and causing the average person to eat tens of thousands of microplastic particles every year. To learn more about this issue & take action to affect change\, join one of the two teams listed below for the Plastic Free EcoChallenge (or create your own team\, or join as an individual)!  You select the challenges you’d like to accomplish during the month of July and when/how you do them.  For more information\, see this link: https://plasticfree.ecochallenge.org/. For more information on the teams below\, contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com.\n\nLutherans Restoring Creation – Gulf Coast Team: https://plasticfree.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=858ef6b7-3ea0-4aa5-a7ee-409339cdfc9e&team_id=lutherans-restoring-creation-gulf-coast\n\nInterfaith Environmental Network of Houston Team: https://plasticfree.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=572d4899-ffe9-494d-9c7f-5d4c6c212bba&team_id=interfaith-environmental-network-of-houston URL:https://hpjc.org/event/plastic-free-ecochallenge-5/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Plastic-Free-Ecochallenge-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T190000 DTSTAMP:20240619T044149Z CREATED:20240619T044149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T044149Z UID:10001609-1719770400-1719774000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Creek\, Community\, and Self Restoration DESCRIPTION:For over a decade\, a Houston community worked to restore a local creek.  Join Brian Herod\, Project Manager for the Japhet Creek Restoration Project\, to hear the story of communities’ engagement with this hidden gem of a creek and one leader’s story of relationship with this historic place.   Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creek-community-and-self-restoration-tickets-891622495887. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/creek-community-and-self-restoration/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Brian-Herod-photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240603T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240603T193000 DTSTAMP:20240619T044510Z CREATED:20240619T044510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T044510Z UID:10001619-1717437600-1717443000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:“Environmental Justice”: Amnesty International-Bay Area (Hou-TX) meeting. DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the monthly meeting of Amnesty International-Bay Area (Houston):\n\nMonday\, June 3\, 6:15 PM (Central).\nTitle: “Environmental Justice” \nSpeaker:  Leticia Gutierrez\, Government Relations and Community Outreach Director\, Air Alliance Houston \nRegistration for this meeting is required. Once you register\, you will receive the Zoom link for joining the meeting. \nPlease register at:  \nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAAAC2AA0FEC70-49780630-amnesty URL:https://hpjc.org/event/environmental-justice-amnesty-international-bay-area-hou-tx-meeting/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AI-logo-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Amnesty International%2C Houston local 23":MAILTO:mail@amnestyhouston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T153000 DTSTAMP:20240619T044640Z CREATED:20240619T044640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T044640Z UID:10001608-1717336800-1717342200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Interfaith Justice Advocacy Workshop DESCRIPTION:June 2024 is the perfect time to refresh your advocacy knowledge and set goals for engaging your faith community around issues that impact the planet and its peoples. Why is it such a perfect time? With the 2024 elections looming\, it’s time to get ready. Faith communities typically don’t want to be seen as “political\,” but\, as we’ll cover in this workshop\, faith communities can—and should—provide important education and leadership roles in nonpartisan civic engagement. Join Bee Moorhead\, executive director of Texas Impact\, an interfaith justice advocacy organization\, and her colleagues\, to talk about what that looks like “in real life\,” and do a deep dive into Texas Impact’s specific Houston-area resources and projects.  Register for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interfaith-justice-advocacy-workshop-tickets-886402292117. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/interfaith-justice-advocacy-workshop-4/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Justice,Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bee-and-Lisa-1040110_1080x675.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T190000 DTSTAMP:20240424T030948Z CREATED:20240424T030947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T030948Z UID:10001604-1716141600-1716145200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Restoration\, Renewal & Regeneration DESCRIPTION:Restoration and Renewal are somewhat synonymous activities\, and Regeneration in the case of nature seems to occur when damage ceases and nature can then continue its process.  Here on Earth\, with our modern civilization that is now so huge that it has such a significant effect on nature\, scientists are sounding the alarm and people are responding.  Steve Stelzer\, as the former program director (now retired) at Houston’s Green Building Resource Center has been exposed to many points of view while at the center\, and will point out some issues to be aware of while deciding how to engage in these three categories\, and give suggestions for resources to develop a best approach. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restoration-renewal-regeneration-tickets-875537144167. This program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/restoration-renewal-regeneration/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Steve-Stelzer-photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T160000 DTSTAMP:20240424T031131Z CREATED:20240424T031130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T031131Z UID:10001603-1714917600-1714924800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Pocket Prairie and Great Grow Out Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on pocket prairie and native plant grow-out workshop designed for Communities of Faith! Staff from the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and the Native Prairies Association of Texas will lead participants in lessons on pocket prairie establishment\, plant propagation and sourcing\, biodiversity surveys\, and how our organizations can support your efforts to foster nature on your grounds. Participants will go home with germination trays\, soil\, and native seeds to grow out for restoration projects. Open to ages 10 and up. This event has been organized in partnership with the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston.  Contact Bethany Foshee with any questions at bfoshee@coastalprairieconservancy.org. Register for this event at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/u7keeap/lp/1963be3d-9528-488f-9ac3-15417c98406c URL:https://hpjc.org/event/pocket-prairie-and-great-grow-out-workshop/ LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 5373 Franz Rd.\, Katy\, TX\, TX\, 77493 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Great-Grow-Out-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T190000 DTSTAMP:20240424T031210Z CREATED:20240424T031209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T031210Z UID:10001602-1714327200-1714330800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Native Plants and Prairies DESCRIPTION:In the past 10 years\, Houston has experienced a prairie renaissance\, including the building of dozens of prominent pocket prairies on school and university campuses. These native plantings are used as both teaching tools and as resilience infrastructure. Join Della Barbato\, of the Native Prairies Association of Texas\, as she discusses the importance and ecosystem services of native plants and prairies.  Topics covered will include the history of coastal prairies\, how coastal prairies have influenced our culture\, Houston Rodeo\, pocket prairies\, and the importance of native plants to our wildlife and pollinators. Time for Q&A with the speaker will be provided following her talk.  Register for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-plants-and-prairies-tickets-849451742027.  This event will be recorded and all registrants will receive a link to the recording.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions about this event. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/native-plants-and-prairies/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Della-Barbato.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org GEO:38.888684;-77.004719 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=online not applicable not applicable not applicable United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=not applicable:geo:-77.004719,38.888684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T163000 DTSTAMP:20240424T031247Z CREATED:20240424T031246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T031247Z UID:10001601-1713706200-1713717000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Spring 2024 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event DESCRIPTION:Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month!  We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve\, including weeding\, cleaning up the park and more. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Meet at 11350 Ricecrest by the Oak tree in the park to sign in. Metro bus line 68 stops nearby\, and line 49 is not far.  Tools/supplies will be provided. This event is organized by Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, in partnership with the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy.  The conservancy requires signing of a waiver to participate. Please register for planning purposes on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-2024-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event-tickets-849410458547.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/spring-2024-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event/ LOCATION:Willow Waterhole Greenspace\, 5300 Dryad\, Houston\, 77035 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Interfaith-Environmental-Stewardship-Event-photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church%2C %3B Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston%2C and the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T120000 DTSTAMP:20240424T031411Z CREATED:20240411T210648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T031411Z UID:10001605-1713610800-1713614400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Earth Day: Sustaining Climate Justice Action & Community Health with Youth Organizers DESCRIPTION:This year’s observance will provide space for learning\, restoration and renewal through a conversation and meditative moment on sustaining action focused particularly on youth organizers working for climate justice and community health. \nInspired by the 2023 ruling in the Held v. Montana case on the state’s constitutional rights to health\, representatives from Our Children’s Trust including staff attorney David Schwartz and youth plaintiffs will share the development and success of this case\, and how their methods can be applied across the country. A community discussion will follow with Texas-based youth and grassroots activists including Chanté Davis (Sunrise Houston) and Armon Alex (Gulf of Mexico Youth Climate Summit) about the links between environmental and climate justice and community health\, moderated by Andre Segura\, VP of Litigation at Earthjustice. Reflection time will be facilitated by Tiffany Jin\, Co-Director of Houston Climate Justice Museum. \nSpecial thanks to Hershey Foundation for underwriting support URL:https://hpjc.org/event/earth-day-sustaining-climate-justice-action-community-health-with-youth-organizers/ LOCATION:Rothko Chapel\, 3900 Yupon St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77006\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Earth-Day-2024-Rothko-Chapel.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rothko Chapel":MAILTO:info@rothkochapel.org GEO:29.7378214;-95.3957425 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St. Houston TX 77006 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3900 Yupon St.:geo:-95.3957425,29.7378214 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR