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  • The Journey of Hope…From Violence to Healing

    The Journey of Hope...From Violence to Healing puts human faces on the issue of the death penalty. Led by murder victim family members joined by death row families, the exonerated and others impacted by the failed promises of a broken system. Our unique personal stories touch people’s hearts and change people's minds on this vitally important issue. We advocate for alternatives to the death penalty, we encourage forgiveness as a way of healing and endorse restorative justice as a way of life.

  • Spiral Garden

    Get Your Garden ON! Join Transition for our Fall 2017 Permablitz

    Come together with like minded people to learn how to learn about permaculture, live more sustainably and help build community! Our projects for the recipient of this permablitz include

    • Planting / seeding a garden
    • adding a spiral garden bed
    • and more!

  • Dialogue: Racism

    Dialogue: Racism
    Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX, United States

    The Center for the Healing of Racism presents Dialogue: Racism, a two-day intensive workshop that educates participants about racism and facilitates the process by which individuals can begin to counter the affects of racism on their lives and become empowered to interrupt the cycle of racist attitudes. The workshop provides a safe, respectful, and loving atmosphere for individuals to learn new information, share experiences, dispel fears and guilt, and get to know each other.

    Free. Donations encouraged. Registration required.

  • Justice Without Death

    First Congregational Church of Houston 10840 Beinhorn Road, Houston, TX, United States

    Justice Without Death
    Shared stories from murder victim family members of healing through reconciliation, and Q&A with the Office of Kim Ogg, Harris County District Attorney.

    Free

  • Keeping the Peace Without Threatening War: Dr. Lloyd J. Dumas

    Scanlan Room | University of St. Thomas | 4000 Mt. Vernon St. Houston, TX 77006 Scanlan Room | University of St. Thomas | 4000 Mt. Vernon St. Houston, TX 77006, Houston

    In the Foreign Policy Alliance’s first speaker program, Professor Lloyd J. Dumas (Political Economy, UT-Dallas) will discuss his recent book, The Peacekeeping Economy: Using Economic Relations to Build a More Peaceful, Prosperous and Secure World (Yale University Press.) The presentation, co-sponsored with Distinguished Diplomats Program of the University of St. Thomas’ Center for International Studies, is free and open to all.

    Free

  • Alternatives To Violence Project Basic Workshop

    TX, United States

    AVP is dedicated to reducing violence: on the streets, at work, in schools, in homes, and in relationships everywhere
    AVP provides tools for creative, nonviolent resolution to conflicts used by peace workers such as Mohandas Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., Jesus of Nazareth, and many others

    $75

  • HPJC Quarterly Board Meeting

    Houston Mennonite Church 1231 Wirt Rd., Houston, TX, United States

    The Houston Peace & Justice Center will be holding its Board Meeting on Saturday, October 21st from 1-3pm.

    This Board Meeting replaces the quarterly meeting that had to be canceled August 26 due to Harvey.

    The meeting is at the Mennonite Church at 1231 Wirt Rd. and is open to the public!

    Free

  • NOT IN MY NAME: A conversation on the Korean nuclear threat

    Houston Mennonite Church 1231 Wirt Rd., Houston, TX, United States

    As Houstonians of faith our DNA is infused with action, response, and hope. Join us for an open community dialogue about the increased rhetoric of war with Korea. What can we do to stop war, and what can we do to respond to it. We'll share resources, pray, and dialogue about: Anti-war action steps we can […]

    Free

  • Walls of Racism and Oppression: From TX to Palestine & Beyond

    Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room Dominican Sisters of Houston, 6501 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX, United States

    A nine-person Veterans For Peace delegation visited Palestine/Israel earlier this year. While there, they met with Palestinian popular resistance leaders as well as members of the Knesset. They participated in nonviolent direct action and witnessed the resiliency, solidarity, creativity and courage of the Palestinian resistance to the Israeli occupation and the settlements that steal their land, water, and other resources.

    $10 – $15

  • Journey of the Universe screenings

    Journey of the Universe screenings

    You are invited to go on the Journey of the Universe in October, with three opportunities to be awe-struck by this Emmy-award winning documentary which narrates the 14 billion year story of the universe's development in a single hour. The film tells this story in a way that is accessible to everyone: drawing on astronomy and physics to explain the emergence of galaxies and stars, geology and chemistry to understand the formation of Earth, biology and botany to trace life's evolution, and anthropology and history to see the rise of humans. Journey weaves science and humanities in a new way that allows for a comprehensive sense of awe and wonder to arise. This approach expands the human perspective to one that values life's complexity and sees the role of humans as critical to the further flourishing of the Earth community. An open facilitated discussion will follow each film screening.

    Free

  • Eco-Reformation Retreat: Awe & Wonder

    Cramer Retreat Center 1800 Meadow Edge Lane, Spring, TX, United States

    Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites area Christians to a 24-hour getaway in the beauty of God’s good creation at the Eco-Reformation Retreat: Awe & Wonder.  Join us at Cramer Retreat Center in Spring the weekend of the festival of Reformation, beginning Friday evening, Oct. 27 and ending Saturday evening, Oct. 28.   

    $60
  • Repair Cafe

    Join Us at Houston’s First Repair Cafe!

    TXRX Labs 6501 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX, United States

    A Repair Cafe celebrates fixing through a fun, collaborative, hands-on, fix-n-learn, community event. People bring us their broken items for assessment, disassembly and repair. Bring your toolkit and join us to have fun and learn while helping others troubleshoot and fix their broken stuff! Volunteers assess, take apart, and hopefully -- REPAIR.

  • Connections between People & Nature: Scripture & Science

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    Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to attend Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation, an environmental education web meeting series whose theme in 2017 is Connections between People and Nature.

    Free

  • Silencing Opposition: Human Rights Violations in Burundi

    Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St, Houston

    ORA Pre-Program: Silencing Opposition: Human Rights Violations in Burundi
    Conversation with Former Ambassador Robert Krueger and Tony Tate, The Fund for Global Human Rights

    About the presenters:
    Robert Krueger is a former US Representative and US Senator from Texas, and served as US Ambassador on three occasions: to Mexico, Burundi, and Botswana; and additionally as US Special Representative to the Southern African Development Community

    Pay what you can

  • Scarred Lands, Wounded Lives: The Environmental Footprint of War

    Community House at St. Stephens Episcopal Church 1755 Sul Ross, Houston, TX, United States

    Join us on Sunday, November 5th for a viewing of the film, Scarred Lands, Wounded Lives: The Environmental Impact of War. This event is sponsored by Transition Houston, the Houston Peace and Justice Center, Houston 350.org. Contributions are welcome and will benefit Houston Peace News.

    It will be shown at St.Stephen's Episcopal Church, Pecore Hall, 1800  Sul Ross, Sunday Nov. 5 at 7Pm.(Doors open at 6:30P)

  • Book Salon and Reading by Julie Bindel, The Pimping of Prostitution: Abolishing the Sex Work Myth

    Jeff Abrams' House 2017 W. Main St., Houston, United States

    I am hosting a book salon with Julie Bindel:The Pimping of Prostitution: Abolishing the Sex Work Myth, Friday, 11/10/17, 7:30 PM, who has come highly recommended by Robert Jensen, UT Professor, author of 7 books, guest at my book salon Plain Radical: Living, Loving and Learning to Leave the Planet Gracefully (and husband of Eliza Gilkyson). Human trafficking and […]

    Free

  • Cycle for Hope

    Define: Body & Mind 2518 Bissonnet St., Houston, TX, United States

    CanCare will be having our Cycle for Hope event on Saturday, November 11th at DEFINE body and mind. This is a fun-filled 45-minute cycle ride for a great cause, where participates can ride in honor or memory of a loved one who has battled cancer. This unique workout experience and exciting upbeat atmosphere will have you enjoying exercise like never before!

    $30 – $250

  • Sissy’s Reception for You and the Peacemakers

    Sissy Farenthold will welcome you to a  reception for Houston Peace and Justice Center's 2017 Peacemakers.  Enjoy tapas and beverages in a beautiful setting while getting to know these honorees and other kindred spirits.

    $75

  • 2017 Peacemaker Awards Dinner

    Crowne Plaza River Oaks 2712 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX, United States

    Houston Peace and Justice Center's 2017 Peacemaker Awards Dinner will spotlight Chief Arvol Looking Horse,  Diane Wilson, Jacquelyn Battise, and the Texas Organizing Project (TOP).

    Come meet with friends, old and new, and be inspired by the accomplishments of these honorees.

    $100

  • 2017 Rothko Chapel Óscar Romero Award Ceremony

    Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St, Houston

    Rothko Chapel's bi-annual Óscar Romero Award--named after Archbishop Óscar Romero of San Salvador who was assassinated on March 24, 1980, because of his vocal opposition to the violent oppression of his fellow citizens--has been given every two years since 1987 in recognition of courageous, grassroots human rights advocacy. Building upon the topic of ending mass incarceration addressed at our 2017 Spring Symposium, the Chapel will honor two recipients, one internationally and the other locally selected, for this year's recognition.

    Pay what you can

  • Transition Houston Meeting: Cohousing – Creating Intentional Community / Learn About Houston’s First Official Cohousing Project

    Haven's Center 1827 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, United States

    Join us for our final meeting of the year!

    Socializing starts at 6:30pm and the meeting begins at 7:00pm at the Haven’s Center, 1827 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77098.

    Are you interested in the concept of building a cohousing community in Houston, one of the most wonderfully diverse and dynamic cities in the country? Cohousing Houston will be presenting their initiative to develop the first ever cohousing community in Houston.

  • “From Swastika to Jim Crow”

    Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX, United States

    The Center for the Healing of Racism will present a screening of the film “From Swastika to Jim Crow” on Thursday, November 16 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, at 3412 Crawford St., Houston, 77004.  The one-hour documentary tells the little known story of German Jewish professors who, expelled from their homeland by the Nazis, found new lives and careers at all-Black colleges and universities in the South.  The film uncovers a remarkable moment in U.S. history while offering a fresh perspective on the complex history of race relations in the United States.  The screening will be followed by a discussion.

    Free. Donations encouraged. RSVP required.

  • Houston Via Colori® Street Painting Festival

    Hermann Square at City Hall 900 Smith St, Houston, TX, United States

    The 12th annual Houston Via Colori® Street Painting Festival is one of the city’s signature art and music festivals. More than 200 local and international artists converge on the streets of downtown Houston to create live street paintings right before your eyes. Attendees can enjoy live music performed by local bands and entertainers on three stages, family-friendly activities, and delicious local food and beverages. A private VIP Lounge features exclusive themed mini-events throughout the weekend.

    $10

  • Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event

    The Gathering Place 5310 S. Willow Dr., Houston, TX, United States

    Calling people of all faiths, or no faith at all, to join in caring for our shared environment on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels, so bring the whole family, your neighbors and your friends.

    Free

  • Quaker Barter Fair

    Live Oak Friends Meeting House 1318 W. 26th, Houston, TX, United States

    An opportunity to trade objects and services without using common currency and to support “Buy Nothing Day,” a national effort to provide alternatives to the media driven consumerism of “Black Friday.”  This also offers the community an opportunity to share in the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, stewardship, and community by creating a space to practice thinking together in a new way about how we place value on objects and services within our community.

    Free

  • Meet Your Muslim Neighbors

    Hilton Americas 1600 Lamar St, Houston, TX, United States

    Your Muslim American neighbors would be honored if you, your family and friends would join us at the Hilton Hotel. We have made special arrangements for you and your guests to enjoy a complimentary luncheon followed by an engaging presentation and Q & A session about Islam and Muslims. It is our sincere hope that we will be able to build alliances, strengthen communities and create lasting friendship.

    Free

  • Connections between People & Nature: Scripture & Science

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    Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation Continue…

    Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to attend Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation, an environmental education web meeting series whose theme in 2017 is Connections between People and Nature.

    Free

  • Demonstration against War in Korea

    808 Travis St., Houston TX

    A demonstration against war in Korea will he held on Monday, December 4, at 12 pm, outside Senator Ted Cruz’s office, 808 Travis St. This action is being organized by the No War in Korea Coalition. For more information, please see the FB event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/364656580648171/

  • Conversations on Journey of the Universe

    Conversations on Journey of the Universe
    online not applicable, not applicable, United States

    Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to join them for conversations on Journey of the Universe, an Emmy-award-winning documentary of the 14 billion year history of the universe. The first half of these conversations go into detail on the history of the universe with top scientists. The second half of these conversations are interviews with change-makers in many areas, inspired by our knowledge of this history.

    Free

  • Ai Weiwei’s THE HUMAN FLOW

    The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 1001 Bissonnet, Houston

    Over 65 million people around the world have been forced from their homes to escape famine, climate change, and war in the greatest human displacement since World War II. Human Flow, an epic documentary by the internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei, gives a powerful visual expression to the massive human migration. Captured over the course of one year in 23 countries, the film witnesses its subjects and their desperate search for safety, shelter, and justice. A visceral work of cinema that begs the question: Will our global society emerge from fear, isolation, and self-interest and choose a path of openness, freedom, and respect for humanity?

    $8 – $10