BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Houston Peace & Justice Center - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Houston Peace & Justice Center 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 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:20250908T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T025959 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 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:20251001T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T025959 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 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:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T214752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214754Z UID:10002338-1759341600-1759345200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Earth and Soul book discussion group DESCRIPTION:Facing directly into the devastation of climate chaos and biodiversity loss\, Earth and Soul takes readers on a soul journey through grief and loss to also claim the beauty\, joy and possibilities available when we reconnect with Earth. As we follow the author’s compelling personal experiences and engagingly lyrical stories of whales\, cedars\, sparrows\, and more\, we see the necessity and urgency of learning from the wisdom of our kin in the natural world. \n\n\n\nWriting at the intersection of spirituality\, ecology\, and story\, the book charts a course for living deeply connected to Earth in ways that are both vitally important for and uniquely suited to these times. Even now when the world as we once knew it is ending and a new story lies beyond what we can envision\, we hold the potential to lay stepping stones toward a diverse and vibrant world of oneness and mutual flourishing. \n\n\n\nJoin a virtual small group to read and discuss this thought-provoking and inspirational book each week during the Season of Creation (observed by Christians from Sept. 1 through Oct. 4). If you can’t attend every week\, attend as you are able. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n\n\n\nRegister for Earth and Soul book discussion group on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1506035987179.  \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/earth-and-soul-book-discussion-group/2025-10-01/ 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/2025/08/earth-soul-book-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:20251002T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T214333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214334Z UID:10002350-1759428000-1759431600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Climate Solutions 101 DESCRIPTION:Think there is no solution to climate change? Nothing could be farther from the truth. Effective climate solutions are available now! Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges\, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. \n\n\n\nThis course\, presented in video units and in-depth conversations\, combines Project Drawdown’s trusted resources with the expertise of several inspiring voices from around the world. Climate solutions become attainable with increased access to free\, science-based educational resources\, elevated public discourse\, and tangible examples of real-world action. \n\n\n\nContinue your climate solutions journey\, today. Join others for a weekly online discussion on climate solutions! \n\n\n\nRegister for this course on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1511025139869. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/climate-solutions-101-3/2025-10-02/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Film,Non-HPJC Meeting,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/climate-solutions-101-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:20251005T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T212814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212816Z UID:10002366-1759676400-1759681800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Clean Water in Action: Advocacy Through the Permitting Process DESCRIPTION:Join Alenka Cardenas and Clara Goodwin of Bayou City Waterkeeper for an overview of the Clean Water Act’s permitting programs. Alenka and Clara will teach attendees how to use a variety of monitoring and reporting tools to identify and correct water permit violations. They will also share best practices for advocating through the permitting process to win stronger permits that can better protect water quality and wetlands.  \n\n\n\nAccess to clean water is a human right\, and you can make difference with your advocacy! \n\n\n\nTime for Q&A with the speakers will be provided.  The session will be recorded and the recording sent to all registrants.  \n\n\n\nRegister to participate on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clean-water-in-action-advocacy-through-the-permitting-process-tickets-1641269173279. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/clean-water-in-action-advocacy-through-the-permitting-process/ 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/2025/09/photos-for-press-release-October-IENoH.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:20251018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T213034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213037Z UID:10002367-1760778000-1760785200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Via Creationis: Walking the Way of Creation DESCRIPTION:Gain a richer appreciation of the great mystery of God’s creation in this guided walk in Hermann Park\, using the park’s beautiful natural setting to prayerfully ponder this mystery and praise our Creator for the marvels of Creation. \n\n\n\nThe Via Creationis (the way of creation) commemorates the mystery of Creation by reading side by side the two sacred books that God wrote: the Book of Scripture and the Book of the Cosmos\, as theologians have taught throughout history. At each stop along the walk\, we will focus on one aspect of creation\, with an accompanying verse from Genesis\, a related science highlight\, responsive readings\, and time for reflection and prayer.  \n\n\n\nDeepen your Christian spiritual practice by walking the way of creation in the park!  All attendees will receive materials on the Via Creationis to take home and use again in future.  \n\n\n\nThis event is for a small group and advance registration is required.  Specific meeting location in the park will be sent to all registrants several days prior to the event. \n\n\n\nRegister on www.eventbrite.com at:        .  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/via-creationis-walking-the-way-of-creation/ LOCATION:Hermann Park\, 5555 Hermann Park Drive\, Houston\, 77030 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/japanese-garden-at-Hermann-Park.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T213456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213457Z UID:10002372-1761242400-1761246000@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. \n\n\n\nAttend this 4-week course to understand the roadmap\, and consider how to actualize it in your business\, community organization\, investments and more.  \n\n\n\nTo learn more/register\, see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/drawdown-roadmap-tickets-1641260948679. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/drawdown-roadmap-3/2025-10-23/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Film,Non-HPJC Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/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:20251109T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20251006T155951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T050943Z UID:10002377-1762696800-1762707600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:2025 HPJC Peacemaker Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Houston Peace & Justice Center is excited to announce the Peacemaker Awardees who we will recognize at our annual Peacemaker Awards Ceremony on Sunday\, Nov. 9\, and encourage you to make your reservations soon for this event – which is also the primary fundraiser for the year\, for all of HPJC’s activities. \n\n\n\nPeacemaker Awardees\n\n\n\nOur Peacemaker Awardees this year are: \n\n\n\n* Houston Interfaith for Middle East Peace\n\n\n\n* Jennifer Park of Moving Waters Houston\n\n\n\n* Atlantis Narcisse of Save Our Sisters United\, and Kai Jones & Rene Mendiola of Save Our Sons & Brothers (joint award)\n\n\n\n* Julio Luna\n\n\n\nMore about each of these Peacemakers\, and why we are so excited to honor them\, is at hpjc.org/hpjc-peacemaker-awardees-2025/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom info if you can’t come in person but want to watch/listen to the ceremony:\n\n\n\nHPJC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: HPJC Peacemaker Awards 2025Time: Nov 9\, 2025 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84493644908?pwd=XZaqtz95dQXFVWpFfNMlsXg9VmNesd. \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 844 9364 4908Passcode: 77009212 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOne tap mobile+13462487799\,\,84493644908#\,\,\,\,77009212# US (Houston) +16699006833\,\,84493644908#\,\,\,\,77009212# US (San Jose) \n\n\n\nJoin instructionshttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84493644908/invitations?signature=wqoNgb68q0-qqZD3yt4GRMcAA3LabYYblSUL-FvS-h0 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your Seats for the Ceremony\n\n\n\nSeats for the ceremony are limited\, and we need to make sure we have adequate food\, drinks and seating. So please make your reservations today. \n\n\n\nHere’s the registration link: https://form.jotform.com/hpjc/hpjc-peacemaker-awards-2025\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Awards Ceremony is not just a fun event\, that recognizes some outstanding people and organizations. It’s also HPJC’s primary fundraiser for the year\, that helps to cover expenses for our varied programs\, including Peace Camp Houston. \n\n\n\nTicket prices:\n\n\n\nThis year\, we are not having a specific ticket price. Instead\, we have a suggested amount ($50/person) but you may pay more or less than this amount\, depending on your personal financial situation and your interest in supporting HPJC financially. This event is our major fundraiser for the year\, and it provides funds for our activities including Peace Camp Houston\, our Working Groups\, micro-grants for area non-profits\, our web site\, and online calendar of events. \n\n\n\nWe do ask that you make your reservation by Nov. 2 — earlier is better! \n\n\n\nFood\, Drinks\, Location\n\n\n\nWe will not have a full dinner\, but there will be plenty of food and drinks for all – another reason we need everyone to reserve seats in advance\, so we’ll know how much food and how many chairs and tables will be needed. \n\n\n\nThe ceremony will be Sunday afternoon\, Nov. 9 (after the general elections) at the Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room\, 6501 Almeda Rd\, Houston 77021. This is the same location of last year and we are thrilled that the Sisters are providing this venue for us again. This is just east of Hermann Park\, north of Holcomb Blvd. There is plenty of free parking. Doors open at 2 pm\, with food/ drinks/ reception starting then\, with the program starting around 45 minutes later. Pre-registration is required! URL:https://hpjc.org/event/2025-hpjc-peacemaker-awards-ceremony/ LOCATION:Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room\, Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77021\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Crosier":MAILTO:hpjc@crosierbiomed.com GEO:29.7072291;-95.3832631 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room Dominican Sisters of Houston 6501 Almeda Rd Houston TX 77021 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Dominican Sisters of Houston\, 6501 Almeda Rd:geo:-95.3832631,29.7072291 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250105T175302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T022438Z UID:10001858-1765015200-1765022400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:HPJC Board Meeting & Annual Elections DESCRIPTION:The HPJC Annual Board Meeting and Annual Elections will be held in person\, and we hope all HPJC Board members can attend. \n\n\n\nIt will be at the Houston Mennonite Church at 1231 Wirt Road\, about a mile north of I-10. \n\n\n\nThe meeting will start promptly at 10:30 am\, but we need Board members to arrive early (around 10am if possible) to help set up tables and chairs\, and also to help us get ready for the holiday networking mixer/social/pot-luck lunch that will follow\, at 12:30pm. \n\n\n\nTo sign up for the networking mixer/lunch\, please do so here and indicate what you can bring: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eCCwtwu9-Rm2tD5_K9bX0nDkS8VLcChMv9xM1Dp7f-s/edit?usp=sharing URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-board-meeting-annual-elections/ LOCATION:Houston Mennonite Church\, 1231 Wirt Rd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Sophia Moreau":MAILTO:sofymoreau212@gmail.com GEO:29.791019;-95.485694 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Houston Mennonite Church 1231 Wirt Rd. Houston TX 77055 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1231 Wirt Rd.:geo:-95.485694,29.791019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T143000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20251202T022107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T022109Z UID:10002388-1765024200-1765031400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:HPJC 2025 Holiday Networking Mixer/Social/Lunch DESCRIPTION:HPJC invites representatives from other Houston area non-profits to join us for a pot-luck lunch and holiday networking mixer/social at the Houston Mennonite Church on Saturday\, Dec. 6. It will start at 12:30 pm\, immediately following an HPJC Board meeting that day \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to let us know you are coming here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eCCwtwu9-Rm2tD5_K9bX0nDkS8VLcChMv9xM1Dp7f-s/edit?usp=sharing or email director@hpjc.org and give us your contact information\, names of anyone else you are bringing\, and the name of your organization. If you’d like to bring some food or drinks to share\, you can let us know that\, too\, at that link or in the email. \n\n\n\nPlease let us know if you need table space for literature or information about your organization. Representatives of all organizations that come will have an opportunity to tell everyone about your activities and events\, both ongoing and upcoming. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-2025-holiday-networking-mixer-social-lunch/ LOCATION:Houston Mennonite Church\, 1231 Wirt Rd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Crosier":MAILTO:hpjc@crosierbiomed.com GEO:29.791019;-95.485694 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Houston Mennonite Church 1231 Wirt Rd. Houston TX 77055 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1231 Wirt Rd.:geo:-95.485694,29.791019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20251115T155229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T155538Z UID:10002387-1765029600-1765040400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Book Launch: To Gaza With Love DESCRIPTION:Book Launch: To Gaza With Love by Dr. Samina SalimHouston\, TX – December 6\, 2025 — Trinity Episcopal Church will host the highly anticipated launch of To Gaza With Love\, a moving new book by Dr. Samina Salim\, on Saturday\, December 6\, 2025\, at 2:00 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Gaza With Love is an evocative collection of reflections\, poetry\, and art; a deeply personal and heartfelt response to the human suffering and resilience witnessed in Gaza. Through vivid language and tender imagery\, Dr. Salim honors the lives lost\, the courage of those who endure\, and the universal call to compassion and justice. \n\n\n\nThis launch event will bring together readers\, artists\, faith leaders\, and advocates for peace in a shared space of reflection and solidarity. The program will include a keynote address by a well-known trauma clinician\, Dr. Nidal Moukaddam\, readings from the book\, a conversation with the author\, and a discussion on the power of poetry\, art\, and empathy in times of conflict by Rev. Hannah Atkins Romero\, a well-known historian\, Dr. Hanan Hammad\, and a cultural anthropologist\, Dr. Ann Bragdon. \n\n\n\n“This book is born of grief and love; love for humanity and the unyielding spirit that refuses to be silenced\,” says Dr. Salim. “It is my humble offering to remember\, to feel\, and to hope.” URL:https://hpjc.org/event/book-launch-to-gaza-with-love/ LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1015 Holman St.\, Houston\, Texas\, 77004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Book-Launch-Invite1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T164839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164845Z UID:10002404-1766242800-1766248200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:【Season of Giving Special Event】Dialogue on Humanitarian Assistance for Gaza and New Pathways to Peace DESCRIPTION:For nearly 80 years\, the Palestinian issue has been defined by ongoing conflict\, occupation\, and hardship\, profoundly affecting the stability of both the Middle East and the wider international community. The situation has further deteriorated since October 2023. In Gaza\, a severe humanitarian crisis continues\, with reports indicating that more than 69\,000 people have lost their lives\, over 20\,000 of whom were children.\n\nAlthough a ceasefire agreement was reached in October 2025\, attacks have persisted\, and living conditions remain extremely critical. Many displacement camps lack even the most basic necessities\, particularly access to safe drinking water and other essential supplies. In addition to these urgent needs\, efforts and initiatives needed to advance sustainable peace are still far from sufficient.\n\nAmid these circumstances\, Accept International has been delivering humanitarian assistance in displacement camps in northern Gaza\, and has supported more than 14\,000 people to date. Alongside humanitarian aid\, we have also been facilitating a new dialogue track that involves Palestinian youth\, including conflict actors\, to overcome internal divisions and help create new pathways toward peace.\n\nIn this event\, Dr. Yosuke Nagai\, Executive Director of Accept International\, together with a Palestinian youth leader\, will share insights on the current situation in Palestine and our ongoing efforts on the ground. We will also discuss what is needed to build a lasting peace for Palestine and invite participants to actively join and support this movement.\n\n \nRegister Now\n \n▼Event Details\n▷Date：Sat. December 20th\, 3:00 ~ 4:30 PM (CST / UTC−6)[Check-in starts at 2:55 PM(CST / UTC−6)]\n* Please note that the event may be extended by approximately 10 minutes.\n▷Location：Zoom\n* The event URL will be sent to participants upon registration.\n\n \n▷Participation Fee：Free\n \n▼Speaker\nYosuke Nagai\nExecutive Director of Accept International\, and Founder of the Global Taskforce for Youth Combatants\n\nSince 2011\, Dr. Yosuke Nagai has led the design and implementation of deradicalization\, reintegration\, and rehabilitation programs for disengaged members of non-state armed groups in conflict-affected contexts such as Somalia and Yemen. He has also actively promoted dialogue and reconciliation initiatives in Palestine. Dr. Nagai is currently a Visiting Fellow at the University of Oxford and has served as a Visiting Fellow at the Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights. In addition\, he contributes to the work of various United Nations bodies through participation in Youth Advisory Boards\, Expert Group Meetings\, and Technical Working Groups. He holds a PhD in Social Science from Waseda University and a Master’s degree in Conflict Studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).\nA young leader from Gaza\n \n\nA young Palestinian leader who continues her work on the ground in Gaza will be joining as a speaker.\n\n \nRegister Now\n \n\nPlease Note:\n* If you need to cancel on the day of the event\, we kindly ask that you notify us at contact@accept-int.org at least one hour before the event begins. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/%e3%80%90season-of-giving-special-event%e3%80%91dialogue-on-humanitarian-assistance-for-gaza-and-new-pathways-to-peace/ CATEGORIES:Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/20251221.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20251218T014558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T015151Z UID:10002412-1766340000-1766350800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:UU Fellowship Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:Juliet and the Romeos Christmas Party URL:https://hpjc.org/event/christmas-party/ LOCATION:1504 Wirt Road\, Houston\, TX\, Houston ORGANIZER;CN="Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Houston":MAILTO:ufhouston@outlook.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T164622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164628Z UID:10002410-1766340000-1766350800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Christmas Party at UU Fellowship of Houston DESCRIPTION:Christmas Party at Unitarian Fellowship of Houston with Juliet and the Romeos URL:https://hpjc.org/event/christmas-party-at-uu-fellowship-of-houston/ LOCATION:Unitarian Fellowship of Houston\, 1504 Wirt Road\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States CATEGORIES:Non-HPJC Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/xmas-party-121725.png ORGANIZER;CN="Unitarian Fellowship of Houston":MAILTO:ufhouston@outlook.com GEO:29.7968444;-95.4843976 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Unitarian Fellowship of Houston 1504 Wirt Road Houston TX 77055 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1504 Wirt Road:geo:-95.4843976,29.7968444 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T213000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260106T222159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T224147Z UID:10002413-1768071600-1768080600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Emma's Revolution at Millbend Coffeehouse DESCRIPTION:Emma’s Revolution at Millbend\, hosted by Northwoods UU Church in The Woodlands\n\n\n\nEmma’s Revolution\n\n\n\nKnown for fearless\, truth-telling lyrics and melodies you can’t resist singing\, Emma’s Revolution is the award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries & Sandy O. Performances feature the duo’s signature soaring harmonies and lush acoustic instruments\, in songs that span folk to jazz and funk to rock.Their songs have been praised by Pete Seeger\, covered by Holly Near\, featured on NPR’s All Things Considered and Pacifica’s Democracy Now!\, and sung around the world.For more than 20 years\, Emma’s Revolution has written about critical issues happening in the world\, lending their voices to the movements those issues inspire and delivering moving and uplifting performances. \n\n\n\nTheir current theme is “Resistance 2026”\, so that may give you an idea of what their music is like. For more information on them\, see their web site at emmasrevolution.com \n\n\n\nLocal artist Frank Imburgio will open this concert with some of his own original music. \n\n\n\n“Pat’s songs will be sung well into the 2nd Century”~ Pete Seeger \n\n\n\n“Fervent and heartfelt“ ~ The New York Times \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMillbend Coffeehouse meets the 2nd Saturday of every month and is a smoke free\, family friendly environment. We are part of the social outreach commitment of Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Church in The Woodlands\, Texas. All proceeds after expenses go to local Charities which are determined by audience vote at the concert. (Some Special concerts may be dedicated to a specific Charity.) Recommended Donation: Adults: $25.00 – Children Under 12: $4. \n\n\n\n*** Ticket prices for some shows may be higher\, which will be reflected on the Advance Ticket Purchase page. \n\n\n\nPurchase your tickets in advance to ensure you’ll have a seat\, at millbend.org/tickets.htm \n\n\n\nOr you may pay with cash or check at the door as long as tickets are available. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/emmas-revolution-at-millbend-coffeehouse-jan2026/ LOCATION:Millbend Coffee House\, 1370 N. Millbend Drive\, The Woodlands\, 77380 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Emmas-Revolution-photo.jpeg GEO:30.1525322;-95.4575405 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Millbend Coffee House 1370 N. Millbend Drive The Woodlands 77380;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1370 N. Millbend Drive:geo:-95.4575405,30.1525322 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T173412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T173417Z UID:10002390-1768143600-1768149000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Faith Perspectives Panel: Faith & Water DESCRIPTION:Water is the foundation of life\, and a basic human right. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development states that freshwater resources are of major environmental\, economic and social importance and that the ocean is vital for human activities and well-being. But\, issues of water pollution and scarcity put this precious resource in peril. The Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to hear multiple faith perspectives on the topic of Faith & Water. A panel of speakers of a variety of faith backgrounds will each address this topic through the lens of their faith. An opportunity for Q&A with the panel will follow. People of all faiths are encouraged to attend\, as are representatives of local environmental non-profits that would like to work with people of faith on environmental issues.  Please join us!  This event has been organized by the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, which acts to empower the faith community in the greater Houston area to act and advocate on behalf of the environment. \nRegister for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975013719200. All registrants will receive the recording of the event. \nFor more information about this event\, or the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/faith-perspectives-panel-faith-water/ 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/2025/12/water-pollution.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:20260112T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T025959 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T165004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T174319Z UID:10002397-1768186800-1779505199@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 10%/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. Walk 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/1975018418255. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/living-the-change-3/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/delivery-of-Walk-on-Earth-Gently-statement.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:20260112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T174516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T174519Z UID:10002391-1768240800-1768244400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Faithful Resilience: A Study on Climate Resilience for Faith Communities DESCRIPTION:Faithful Resilience is a six-part weekly study on climate resilience for faith communities. The climate crisis has arrived. Faith communities must not only react\, but also prepare. Over the last decade\, hurricanes have intensified\, wildfires have burnt stronger\, and heat waves have baked our cities. These events can only be expected to get worse in the next decades. Most of our faith communities are not ready for these climate-driven disasters. Yet\, the communities who will be most threatened by climate change also have an opportunity to play a pivotal role in building resilience in their towns and cities. Whether a faith community has a large facility\, land\, social capital\, or something else\, those assets can be channeled into building climate resilience in preparation for the coming physical and spiritual storms of the climate crisis. Join us for this six-week weekly exploration and consider how your faith community can become a force for climate resilience. To learn more/register\, see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975013162535. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \nTopics for the six-week exploration of how faith communities can become a force for climate resilience for your community include: \n  \nWeek 1: The Land We Inhabit \nWeek 2: The Fierce Urgency of Now \nWeek 3: Resilience & Restoration \nWeek 4: Climate Migration \nWeek 5: Building Resilience \nWeek 6: Resilient Religion/Spirituality URL:https://hpjc.org/event/faithful-resilience-a-study-on-climate-resilience-for-faith-communities-7/2026-01-12/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Faithful-resilience-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:20260119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20250924T213748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213751Z UID:10002358-1768816800-1768827600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:32nd Annual MLK Grande Parade DESCRIPTION:The 32nd Annual MLK Grande Parade will be held on January 19\, 2026 in Downtown Houston originating on San Jacinto Street & Pease Street beginning @ 10A (CST). The parade’s theme is ” Embracing the Oneness of Humanity ” and will feature more than 300 culturally diverse performance groups from across the nation and from around the world. To register for the parade or to learn more visit us @ www.mlkgrandeparade.org URL:https://hpjc.org/event/32nd-annual-mlk-grande-parade/ LOCATION:Downtown Houston\, San Jacinto Street & Pease Street\, Houston\, 77002 CATEGORIES:March ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2026-MLK-Unity-Parae-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T155611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T155614Z UID:10002381-1768816800-1768827600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:MLK Parade Houston-2026 DESCRIPTION:The MLK Parade Houston-2026 will be held on January 19\, 2026 in Downtown Houston originating on San Jacinto Street & Pease Strret beginning @ 10A (CST). The parade’s theme is ” Embracing the Oneness of Humanity ” To register for the parade or to learn more visit us @ www.mlkgrandeparade.org URL:https://hpjc.org/event/mlk-parade-houston-2026/ LOCATION:Downtown Houston\, San Jacinto Street & Pease Street\, Houston\, 77002 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MLK-PIC.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MLK Parade Foundation":MAILTO:mlkgrandeparade@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T164927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164935Z UID:10002398-1769333400-1769346000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Harris County Voter Registration Event DESCRIPTION:If you are not registered to vote in Harris County\, or if you have moved & need to update your registration\, you can do so at Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church in Houston on Sunday\, January 25 – just in time for the primaries on March 3 (in Texas\, you must be registered one month or more prior to an election in order to vote in that election). To check if you are registered\, and at what address\, see https://www.hctax.net/Voter/Search. Bring your TX driver’s license\, or state-issued i.d. to register. Or\, if you don’t have these forms of identification\, you can register using the last 4 digits of your social security number. Get ready to vote in March by registering/updating your registration in January! For more information\, contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com.\n\n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/harris-county-voter-registration-event-2/ LOCATION:Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2353 Rice Boulevard\, Houston\, 77005 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Non-HPJC Meeting,Video Showing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/register-to-vote.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T155505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T155508Z UID:10002405-1769621400-1769630400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Protest/Vigil: Charles Thompson Execution DESCRIPTION:Charles Thompson is currently scheduled for execution Wednesday January 28\, 2026. To sign one of the many petitions\, please visit https://deathpenaltyaction.org/As with every execution The Prison Show team will be there covering the protest. COME STAND WITH US! We will be at the Huntsville Unit starting at 5:00pm and going live on Facebook at 5:45pm. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD\, COME STAND WITH US!NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL THE GOVERNOR AT (512)-463-2000 AND TELL HIM YOU OPPOSE CHARLES’ EXECUTION!PLEASE JOIN US AND PLEASE SHARE URL:https://hpjc.org/event/protest-vigil-charles-thompson-execution/ LOCATION:HUNTSVILLE UNIT\, 815 12TH STREET\, HUNTSVILLE\, 77348 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/306089432_516338970492826_1641992288395883316_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T164804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164811Z UID:10002408-1769954400-1769959800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Harris County Climate Justice Plan DESCRIPTION:Join Lisa Lin\, Harris County’s Director of Sustainability\, as she provides an overview of the Harris County Climate Justice Plan\, the first plan of its kind in the U.S. approved at the county level. In her talk\, Lisa will share how co-leading the plan development with the Coalition for Environment\, Equity\, and Resilience (CEER) shaped the outcome of the plan and how that approach has informed the implementation phase\, which is still rooted in community-determined\, community-led solutions. Learn how your faith community can engage in the Harris County Climate Justice Plan! An opportunity for Q&A with the speaker will follow. Register for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976666855776. All registrants will receive the recording of the event. For more information about this event\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/harris-county-climate-justice-plan/ 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/2025/12/Lisa-Lin.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:20260201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T164719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164725Z UID:10002409-1769968800-1769972400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:The Earth and Spirituality: Organized Religion and Earth Church DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, Jim Blackburn will offer a summary of the evolution of modern Christian thinking on the environment from both the Old and New Testaments as well as his own views of Earth-based spirituality to find the common elements as well as some of the differences. This presentation will be informed by the book Earth Church by Blackburn and artist Isabelle Scurry Chapman as well as two chapters in a forthcoming book on The Future of the Texas Coast currently under review by Texas A&M Press. Both of these lines of thinking elevate the importance of stewardship and celebration of the Earth which is the centerpiece of both the religious and the secular viewpoints. All attendees will get a link to a free copy of Earth Church. Print copies available by special arrangement only. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976264876445. This virtual event will use the WebEx platform. Registrants will receive a separate e-mail with WebEx connection details.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-earth-and-spirituality-organized-religion-and-earth-church/ 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/2025/12/Jim-Blackburn-casual.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:20260222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T172457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T172503Z UID:10002420-1771768800-1771776000@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. \n\n\n\nRegister on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979233877808.  \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n\n\n\n. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/beach-clean-up-4/ LOCATION:Surfside Beach\, Highway 332 at Surf Drive\, Village of Surfside Beach\, 77541 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/beach-clean-up-photo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T172338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T172343Z UID:10002421-1771783200-1771786800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:The Role of Community Engagement in Environmental Health Research DESCRIPTION:Join Melissa Suter\, PhD\, of Baylor College of Medicine\, and Lance Hallberg\, PhD\, and Claire Hallmark\, MPH\, both of University of Texas Medical Branch\, for a talk highlighting the role of the Community Engagement Core (CEC) in fostering meaningful\, bidirectional communication between researchers and communities impacted by Superfund site chemical pollutants. They will discuss strategies for partnering with local leaders and residents to co-develop prevention and intervention approaches aimed at reducing exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other contaminants. Finally\, the presentation will showcase how these collaborative efforts inform research directions\, build capacity\, and advance environmental health equity in vulnerable populations. Time for interactive discussion with the speakers will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979387429084. All registrants will receive a link to the recording of the event. This virtual event will use the WebEx platform. Registrants will receive a separate e-mail with WebEx connection details.  \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-role-of-community-engagement-in-environmental-health-research/ 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/2026/01/speakers-for-February-2026-conversation.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:20260225T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T083000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T170718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T170724Z UID:10002435-1772002800-1772094600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Building New Cycles of Peace: Centering Former Combatants as Agents of Peace DESCRIPTION:We will explore the unique and powerful roles of youth—including those formerly involved in armed conflicts—in building and sustaining peace. \n\n[Time and Venue]\n\n Time: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (Pacific Standard Time)\, Wednesday\, 25th February 2026\n\n 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.\, 26th February (Japan Standard Time)\n 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Pakistan time）\n 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (DRC time)\n 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (UK time)\n\n\n Online (Zoom webinar)\n\n[Registration]\nhttps://charterforcompassion.org/what-we-do/support-youth/building-new-cycles-of-peace.html\n[Contents]\nIn recent years\, the role of youth has been increasingly emphasized in international agendas such as the SDGs\, Women\, Peace and Security (WPS)\, and the Youth\, Peace\, and Security (YPS) agenda. However\, while the potential and critical role of young people is being recognized\, youth who have been involved with non-state armed groups—who may be some of the most essential actors in conflict resolution and peacebuilding—are often overlooked and viewed merely as security threats by the international community.\n\nAt this event\, we are honored to have two members of GTY: Mr. Abdul Wahid Sesay\, who was a former combatant of the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) in Sierra Leone\, and Mr. Julien Vikemba\, co-founder and executive director of Sote Pamoja in the Democratic Republic of Congo\, specializing in supporting the rehabilitation\, reconciliation\, and reintegration of former combatants. The discussion will be moderated by Ms. Atma Kaur Narinder\, Social Impact Director.\n\nDrawing on Wahid’s lived experience of involvement with a non-state armed group\, and Vikemba’s expertise as a researcher and practitioner in peacebuilding\, the discussion will highlight the complex challenges faced by former youth combatants toward reintegration\, while also exploring the unique and powerful roles that such youth can play in advancing and sustaining peace.\n\nThis co-hosted event by GTY and CFC aims to shed light on the unique potential of youth combatants with lived experience of armed conflict through a dialogue. By amplifying their voices and fostering genuine dialogue\, we aim to raise awareness of their critical roles in peacebuilding. Listening to their experiences is essential to deepening global discussions on their rights\, as well as on the support needed for their reintegration and empowerment as Agents of Peace.\n\nRegister from here: https://charterforcompassion.org/what-we-do/support-youth/building-new-cycles-of-peace.html URL:https://hpjc.org/event/building-new-cycles-of-peace-centering-former-combatants-as-agents-of-peace/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Human Rights & Criminal Justice,Peace Education for Children & Families,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/260225_GTYCFC-Online-Event.png 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:20260301T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260312T165730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T165736Z UID:10002431-1772377200-1772382600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Pocket Prairies for Faith Communities DESCRIPTION:What is a pocket prairie and why would you want one at your faith community? If your faith community is maintaining lawn that it does not use\, join us online to learn about pocket prairies\, their benefits\, and how to create and maintain one. Lan Shen\, Seed Collection Manager and Great Grow Out Coordinator for the Coastal Prairie Conservancy\, will describe pocket prairies\, how they can benefit your faith community\, the larger community\, and the environment. Beth Clark\, Landscape Architect\, will discuss how to create and maintain pocket prairies. \nA hands-on workshop for those faith communities interested in creating pocket prairies at their houses of worship will follow in May\, with a pocket prairie planting planned for Fall 2026. Time for Q&A with the speakers will follow the talk. All who register will get a link to a recording of the talk. \nPlease register on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pocket-prairies-for-faith-communities-tickets-1981066939545. The WebEx platform will be used for this virtual event – all registrants will get an e-mail invitation to the WebEx. \nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. \n  URL:https://hpjc.org/event/pocket-prairies-for-faith-communities-2/ 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/2026/02/speakers-for-March-2026-IENoH.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:20260311T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T001614 CREATED:20260102T163801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T163808Z UID:10002406-1773248400-1773259200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Protest/Vigil: Cedric Ricks Execution DESCRIPTION:Cedric Ricks is currently scheduled for execution Wednesday March 11\, 2026. To sign one of the many petitions\, please visit https://deathpenaltyaction.org/As with every execution The Prison Show team will be there covering the protest. COME STAND WITH US! We will be at the Huntsville Unit starting at 5:00pm and going live on Facebook at 5:45pm. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD\, COME STAND WITH US!NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL THE GOVERNOR AT (512)-463-2000 AND TELL HIM YOU OPPOSE CEDRIC’S EXECUTION!PLEASE JOIN US AND PLEASE SHARE URL:https://hpjc.org/event/protest-vigil-cedric-ricks-execution/ LOCATION:HUNTSVILLE UNIT\, 815 12TH STREET\, HUNTSVILLE\, 77348 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CEDRIC.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR