BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Houston Peace & Justice Center - ECPv6.15.20//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: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:20260112T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T025959 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 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:20260216T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T173122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T173129Z UID:10002396-1771264800-1771268400@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. \n\n\n\nTo learn more/register\, see: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975013162535. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n\n\n\nTopics for the six-week exploration of how faith communities can become a force for climate resilience for your community include: \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nWeek 1: The Land We Inhabit \n\n\n\nWeek 2: The Fierce Urgency of Now \n\n\n\nWeek 3: Resilience & Restoration \n\n\n\nWeek 4: Climate Migration \n\n\n\nWeek 5: Building Resilience \n\n\n\nWeek 6: Resilient Religion/Spirituality URL:https://hpjc.org/event/faithful-resilience-a-study-on-climate-resilience-for-faith-communities-5/ 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:20260222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 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:20260418T230922 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:20260418T230922 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:20260418T230922 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:20260418T230922 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T164845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T164847Z UID:10002439-1773482400-1773489600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:HPJC Executive Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:HPJC Executive Committee Meeting URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-executive-committee-meeting-5/2026-03-14/ CATEGORIES:HPJC Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-Logo-HPJC-blue-orange-280x124-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260221T020224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T191632Z UID:10002434-1774098000-1774119600@hpjc.org SUMMARY:2026 Music & Peace Festival\, co-sponsored by HPJC DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a peaceful day of music with local performers in the beautiful back yard of the Unitarian Fellowship of Houston\, relax\, visit with new and old friends\, and check out the info booths and vendors. \n\n\n\nBring lawn chairs or a blanket\, and a cooler for your picnic lunch or dinner\, or money to buy from vendors. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or want to set up a vendor table\, please email uumusicfest@gmail.com \n\n\n\nThe event is organized by the Unitarian Universalist Network of Houston\, and co-sponsored by HPJC. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/music-fest-2026/ LOCATION:Unitarian Fellowship of Houston\, 1504 Wirt Road\, Houston\, TX\, 77055\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/UU-Musicfest-graphic-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Holt":MAILTO:uumusicfest@gmail.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:20260322T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T170025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T170030Z UID:10002849-1774207800-1774211400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Justice 4EvanLee Vigil DESCRIPTION:4 Year Anniversary Evan Griffin-Lee Memorial URL:https://hpjc.org/event/justice-4evanlee-vigil/ LOCATION:Harris County Jail\, San Jacinto St. at Baker St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1000008255.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reverand Jacilet Griffin":MAILTO:jdgriffin1986@yahoo.com GEO:29.764158;-95.3572857 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harris County Jail San Jacinto St. at Baker St. Houston TX 77002 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=San Jacinto St. at Baker St.:geo:-95.3572857,29.764158 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260314T191256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T191259Z UID:10002850-1774656000-1774742399@hpjc.org SUMMARY:No Kings Protests - Find One Near You & Stand Up for Democracy! DESCRIPTION:As stated on the No Kings web site: \n\n\n\nIn America\, we have No Kings.\n\n\n\nWe are showing up together again on Saturday\, March 28.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink\, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen\, greedy billionaires\, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us\, the people. \n\n\n\nAs President Trump escalates his attempts to control us\, it is on us\, the people\, to show that we will fight to protect one another and our country. If he believes we will roll over and allow him to take our freedoms\, he is mistaken. We are coming together again on March 28 because we know we can overcome this repression when we unite. \n\n\n\nStand up with thousands of your fellow Americans at an event near you on March 28\, and show that we want a democracy\, not an oligarchy. Bring a sign and/or wear a shirt with a slogan\, or just come to enjoy the day with others who also want to deserve our democracy and to show our elected leaders how we want them to lead (or get out of the way). And be prepared to have some fun and enjoy some humor during the event\, too! \n\n\n\nNote: These are all peaceful\, non-violent demonstrations\, protected by the Constitution. You’re not likely to see people there in opposition\, but if you do see a few\, just smile and avoid any confrontations. Police will be there to help keep counter-demonstrators\, if any\, away from the rest of us to avoid any trouble they may want to cause. \n\n\n\nHundreds of protests have been organized all across the US\, including at least 12 in the Houston area\, at different times of the day on March 28. \n\n\n\nFor details about location and times\, and to sign up for a protest near you\, see nokings.org\n\n\n\n There are also optional online trainings listed on that page\, if you are interested in any of them. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, see indivisible.org. Indivisible is one of the co-sponsors of these events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.nokings.org URL:https://hpjc.org/event/no-kings-protests-find-one-near-you-stand-up-for-democracy/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/No-Kings-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T170403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T170408Z UID:10002450-1774794600-1774800000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Going solar on your own or together - SUN is here to help DESCRIPTION:Whether you want to learn solar basics or how to incorporate storage into your existing solar array\, Solar United Neighbors (SUN)\, a 501c3\, can help. Join Dori Wolfe\, Senior Texas Program Associate with SUN\, to learn the advantages of going solar together as a group\, or the flexibility of going solar on your own. Learn what a Virtual Power Plant is and the different ways it can help with grid resiliency and more. Houses of worship are encouraged to participate in this event.  An opportunity for Q&A with the speaker will follow. \nRegister for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984578855781. All registrants will receive the recording of the event. Note that Eventbrite is used for ticketing only.  All registrants will get an e-mailed link to join the WebEx web meeting. \nFor more information about this event\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/going-solar-on-your-own-or-together-sun-is-here-to-help/ 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/2026/03/Dori-Wolfe-latest-photo.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:20260329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T171000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171006Z UID:10002432-1774807200-1774810800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:A Faithful and Hopeful Response to Willful Climate Denial Policies DESCRIPTION:Since January 2025\, the President\, his Congressional yes-men/women\, and the courts have been systematically overturning existing legislation and passing new limitations on successful climate policies\, withdrawing from global commitments\, and gutting scientific funding that was making a difference in combatting the climate crisis.  At the same time\, many within the faith community have remained hopeful and are taking steps to counter these negative influences from the current administration.  \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, join Mel Caraway\, retired United Methodist pastor\, as he looks at positive steps that are being taken to combat ecological uncertainty. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981951471203. This virtual event will use the WebEx platform. Registrants will receive a separate e-mail with WebEx connection details.  All registrants will get a link to the recording of this talk. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/a-faithful-and-hopeful-response-to-willful-climate-denial-policies/ 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/Mel-Caraway-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:20260401T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T025959 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T171237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171239Z UID:10002451-1775012400-1775098799@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Earth Month EcoChallenge – People & Planet\, Resilient Together DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to participate in the online Earth Month Ecochallenge! This event offers participants the opportunity to create a more resilient world – people and planet together – by taking on challenge(s) that resonate with your values\, and committing to them for 30 days to foster and reinforce positive habits. Categories for action include: what is resilience\, personal\, community\, work & organizations\, water\, soil & food\, biodiversity & wildlife and action track.  You can learn about these topics\, take action in your personal life\, advocate for just policy or create a new environmental justice/stewardship habit over the course of the month of the challenge!!  \n\n\n\nTwo Houston-based teams have already been set up – see the links below to join one of these two teams. Or form your own team\, or join as an individual at https://earthmonth.ecochallenge.org/! Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions about the teams. \n\n\n\nJoin Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston team: https://earthmonth.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=6233bb60-6a20-4227-ade8-be6335ac7af3&team_id=interfaith-environmental-network-of-houston \n\n\n\nJoin Lutherans Restoring Creation – Gulf Coast team: https://earthmonth.ecochallenge.org/participants/join?referral_code=cdb49382-8a74-442b-baa6-a35c28516d74&team_id=lutherans-restoring-creation-gulf-coast URL:https://hpjc.org/event/earth-month-ecochallenge-people-planet-resilient-together/2026-04-01/ LOCATION:online\, not applicable\, not applicable\, not applicable\, United States CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Earth-Month-ecochallenge-logo-2026.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:20260412T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T163000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T171632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171638Z UID:10002846-1776006000-1776011400@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Saving Water While Saving Souls: Water Conservation at Houses of Worship DESCRIPTION:Houses of worship have long been in the business of renewal. As it turns out\, they can also lead by example at renewing and saving our water resources. \n\n\n\nAcross traditions and denominations\, faith communities can embrace One Water thinking—the idea that all water has value and should be managed holistically\, whether it falls from the sky\, flows from a faucet\, or enters a drain. \n\n\n\nXeriscaping replaces thirsty turf with native plants that thrive on faith\, sunshine\, and minimal irrigation. Rainwater harvesting systems capture rooftop blessings and store them for landscape use or even indoor nonpotable and potable use. Even air conditioners can join the congregation! AC condensate harvesting collects the steady drip of distilled water that would otherwise disappear into the storm drain. Inside\, conservation measures such as efficient fixtures and leak detection quietly trim consumption without disrupting services (of any kind). Graywater reuse systems redirect gently used water from sinks to irrigate grounds or reuse indoors for non-potable purposes. Atmospheric water generation can even pull moisture directly from the air: loaves and fishes\, but for humidity. \n\n\n\nFor ecclesiastical campuses ready to go further\, on-site blackwater treatment and reuse systems close the loop\, safely recycling wastewater for nonpotable uses. The result is resilience\, lower operating costs\, and an example of environmental care in action. In the end\, saving water is less about sacrifice and more about intention. Houses of worship can model a quiet truth: conservation is not only practical—it’s faithful.  An opportunity for Q&A with the speaker will follow. \n\n\n\nRegister for this event on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984398383985. All registrants will receive the recording of the event. Note that Eventbrite is used for ticketing only.  All registrants will get an e-mailed link to join the WebEx web meeting. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this event\, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/saving-water-while-saving-souls-water-conservation-at-houses-of-worship/ 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/2026/03/Robert-Mace-photo.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:20260426T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T163000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T171814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171820Z UID:10002847-1777210200-1777221000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Spring 2026 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!   \n\n\n\nWe will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve\, with a variety of hands-on tasks suitable for all ages & skill levels. In observance of the Great American Clean-up\, one of the activities will be a trash bash.  Meet at 11350 Ricecrest by the Oak tree in the park to sign in. Metro bus line 7 stops right nearby.  Tools/supplies will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nPlease register for planning purposes on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983691780515.  \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/spring-2026-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event/ LOCATION:Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve\, 5300 Dryad\, Houston\, 77035 CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/volunteers-at-past-event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T171936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171941Z UID:10002848-1777226400-1777230000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:It’s Always About the Habitat DESCRIPTION:Join the Rev. Rob Spencer\, founder of Cultiv8Community\, to learn their story of connecting neighbors to neighbors\, engaging people with nature\, and restoring life-giving habitats. \nCultiv8Community envisions a world where people are connected with community and caring for nature\, so that all life is flourishing\, now and for generations. Their core programs help families who are Asset Limited\, Income Constrained\,  & Employed\, (ALICE)\, become homeowners\, provide children in rural areas joyful experiences in nature\, and restore communities and the earth itself. Hear their story and how this has led to helping thousands of kids connect and fall in love with our planet. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided. \nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984390183457. This virtual event will use the WebEx platform. Registrants will receive a separate e-mail with WebEx connection details.  All registrants will get a link to the recording of this talk. \nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/its-always-about-the-habitat/ 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/2026/03/Rob-Spencer-photo.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:20260514T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260102T155247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T155255Z UID:10002407-1778778000-1778788800@hpjc.org SUMMARY:Protest/Vigil: Edward Busby Execution DESCRIPTION:Edward Busby is currently scheduled for execution Thursday May 14\, 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 EDWARD’S EXECUTION!PLEASE JOIN US AND PLEASE SHARE URL:https://hpjc.org/event/protest-vigil-edward-busby-execution/ LOCATION:HUNTSVILLE UNIT\, 815 12TH STREET\, HUNTSVILLE\, 77348 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/BUSBY.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T230922 CREATED:20260312T165330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T165332Z UID:10002436-1778925600-1778929200@hpjc.org SUMMARY:HPJC Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Houston Peace and Justice Center Board Meeting URL:https://hpjc.org/event/hpjc-board-meeting-7/2026-05-16/ CATEGORIES:HPJC Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-Logo-HPJC-blue-orange-280x124-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR