Weelaunee Worldwide: Block Cop City Speaking Tour
This is an invitation to join a powerful collective action. After more than two years of struggle to defend the Weelaunee forest in southeast Atlanta from the construction of a […]
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Montrose Center 401 Branard Street, Houston, TX, United States
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Drawdown Roadmap
Online TXYou 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, […]
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Book Release | A Master Class on Being Human: A Black Christian & A Black Secular Humanist on Religion, Race, and Justice
Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St., Houston, TX, United StatesBeginning in 2020, Brad Braxton and Anthony Pinn exchanged a series of email conversations that together form the basis for the book A Master Class on Being Human: A Black Christian and a Black Secular Humanist on Religion, Race, and Justice (Beacon Press 2023). In this time of marked polarization in our communal life, the authors embarked […]
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Guided Prayer Walk in the Park
Hermann Park 5555 Hermann Park Drive, HoustonConnect with God as revealed through creation at Hermann Park in this guided prayer walk in the park, using the park’s beautiful natural setting to stimulate prayer and reflection. At each stop along the walk, there will be a theme, an accompanying Bible verse, and reflection questions for you to ponder. Deepen your Christian spiritual […]
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Guided Prayer Walks in the Park
Hermann Park 5555 Hermann Park Drive, HoustonConnect with God as revealed through creation at Hermann Park in this guided prayer walk in the park, using the park’s beautiful natural setting to stimulate prayer and reflection. At each stop along the walk, there will be a theme, an accompanying Bible verse, and reflection questions for you to ponder. Deepen your Christian spiritual […]
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Interconnections with Soil, Human Health and the Environment
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesSoil is essential to all life and is important to human health in many ways. It can filter water, provide nutrients and food, store carbon, and supply us with antibiotics to fight diseases. However, soils are often mistreated by industrial agriculture and contaminated by environmental pollutants like oil spills which can directly affect human and […]
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Native American Heritage Month
Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TXThe Center for the Healing of Racism honors Native American Heritage Month with a visiting exhibit from the American Indian Genocide Museum on Thursday, November 9, 2023 from Noon to 6:00 PM. An interactive dialogue with the museum’s founders Cheryl and Steve Meléndez will begin at 6:00 PM. The event will be held at 3412 […]
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2023 Peacemaker Awards Ceremony-Celebration
Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room Dominican Sisters of Houston, 6501 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX, United StatesHPJC is recognizing the wonderful work of these recipients of the 2023 Peacemaker Awards at our annual Awards Ceremony: The Texas Observer, Kristen Schlemmer, Jacilet Griffin, and Lorena Perez McGill
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From Underground to On the Grid
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesJoin Adrian Shelley, Texas Office Director for Public Citizen, as he delves into energy, from underground to on the grid. Texas has been an energy state for more than a century. But as the global energy market shifts away from fossil fuels and toward clean sources such as wind, solar, and battery storage, Texas risks […]
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Interfaith Prayer Vigil during the U.N. Climate Conference
Hermann Park 5555 Hermann Park Drive, HoustonDuring the U.N. Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai, people of all faiths and spiritual traditions are invited to come together for prayer, meditation and reflection in the beauty of nature at Hermann Park. Clergy of a variety of faiths/spiritual traditions will offer readings, reflections and prayers/meditations from their traditions, all in support of the ongoing […]
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White Allies, Then and Now
Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX, United StatesWhite people have been a part of every movement for liberation in the USA, from the Underground Railroad, to the Civil Rights Movement, to the formation of the United Farm Workers Union, to Black Lives Matter and beyond, yet their stories are often overlooked. Please join the Center for the Healing of Racism on December 5, 2023, 6:00 […]
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MLK Grande Parade Midtown Houston-2024
Midtown Houston 1200 Holman Street San Jacinto Streeet & Elgin Street San Jacinto Streeet & Elgin Street, Houston, TX, United StatesThe MLK Grande Parade will be held on January 15, 2024 in Midtown Houston originating on San jacinto street 7 Elgin Street beginning @ 10a (CST). The parade's theme is "We Still believe" and will feature more than 100 culturally diverse performance groups from across the nation. To register for the parade or to learn […]
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Money Club
North Channel Library 15471 Wallisville Rd, Houston, TX, TX, United StatesLearn how to fix the structural defects of money and end poverty with a Universal Basic Income.
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HPJC Board Orientation & Planning Retreat
Dominican Sisters of Houston Spirituality Center Meeting Room Dominican Sisters of Houston, 6501 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX, United StatesAll HPJC members, and especially Board members, are invited to participate in our annual Board orientation and planning retreat. We'll gather in person to learn and discuss together how to make HPJC more effective, answer questions, and plan activities for 2024. This includes what we want to do more or less of, or differently than […]
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Memorial Service/Celebration of Life for Dave & Peggy Atwood
Houston Mennonite Church 1231 Wirt Rd., Houston, TX, United StatesJoin with us to celebrate the lives of David and Priscilla (Peggy) Atwood. They were long time members of HPJC's Board of Directors, as well as being peace and justice advocates. They were an inspiration to us by their dedication and persistence in working to make the world a more peaceful and just place, in […]
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Black Heritage Society’s “Original” Martin Luther King Jr. Parade – rescheduled date
Join us in celebrating the life of of Martin Luther King, Jr., who was not only a wonderful inspiration for the Civil Rights Movement, but also for peace and non-violence, in the (rescheduled) MLK parade on Feb. 10, 2024.
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Pocket Prairies for Faith Communities
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesWhat 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 one. Jaime Gonzalez, prairie expert, will describe pocket prairies, how they can benefit your […]
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Earth Day: Sustaining Climate Justice Action & Community Health with Youth Organizers
Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon St., Houston, TX, United StatesThis year's observance will provide space for learning, restoration and renewal through a conversation and meditative moment on sustaining action focused particularly on youth organizers working for climate justice and community health. Inspired by the 2023 ruling in the Held v. Montana case on the state’s constitutional rights to health, representatives from Our Children’s Trust including staff attorney David Schwartz and youth plaintiffs will […]
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Spring 2024 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Greenspace 5300 Dryad, HoustonCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, including weeding, cleaning up the park and more. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Meet at 11350 Ricecrest by the […]
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Justice for Evan Lee – Justice Conference and Memorial
Hiram Clark Missionary Baptist Church 3000 Fuqua St., HoustonA criminal justice social conference and memorial to honor Evan's memory and help others who have been harmed by the criminal justice system. A special presentation by the F.B.I. and Jazz by Dr. G. Guyton. Other speakers currently involved in Criminal justice reform will also give presentations or talks.
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Native Plants and Prairies
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesIn the past 10 years, Houston has experienced a prairie renaissance, including the building of dozens of prominent pocket prairies on school and university campuses. These native plantings are used as both teaching tools and as resilience infrastructure. Join Della Barbato, of the Native Prairies Association of Texas, as she discusses the importance and ecosystem […]
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Pocket Prairie and Great Grow Out Workshop
St. Paul's Episcopal Church 5373 Franz Rd., Katy, TX, TXJoin us for a hands-on pocket prairie and native plant grow-out workshop designed for Communities of Faith! Staff from the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and the Native Prairies Association of Texas will lead participants in lessons on pocket prairie establishment, plant propagation and sourcing, biodiversity surveys, and how our organizations can support your efforts to foster […]
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No One Left Behind: Evacuating Palestinian Americans Stuck in Gaza
Online HoustonDear Members, Friends and Guests, (A) Please join us for the monthly meeting of Amnesty International-Bay Area (Houston): Monday, May 6, 6:15 PM (Central). Title: “No One Left Behind: Evacuating Palestinian Americans Stuck in Gaza” Speaker: Maria Kari, attorney and journalist. Registration for this meeting is required. Once you register, you will receive the Zoom link […]
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Save a Life, Sponsor a Family from Ukraine
Live Oak Friends Meeting House & online 1320 W 26th St, HoustonJoin Live Oak Friends, in person or online, on Sunday, May 12 at 9:20am to hear a special Zoom presentation by North America for Ukraine (NA4U), a volunteer-led organization that works to help Ukrainians seeking refuge connect with approved Americans who can sponsor them. It has been two years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and […]
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Restoration, Renewal & Regeneration
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesRestoration and Renewal are somewhat synonymous activities, and Regeneration in the case of nature seems to occur when damage ceases and nature can then continue its process. Here on Earth, with our modern civilization that is now so huge that it has such a significant effect on nature, scientists are sounding the alarm and people […]
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Interfaith Justice Advocacy Workshop
online not applicable, not applicable, United StatesJune 2024 is the perfect time to refresh your advocacy knowledge and set goals for engaging your faith community around issues that impact the planet and its peoples. Why is it such a perfect time? With the 2024 elections looming, it’s time to get ready. Faith communities typically don't want to be seen as "political," […]
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“Environmental Justice”: Amnesty International-Bay Area (Hou-TX) meeting.
onlinePlease join us for the monthly meeting of Amnesty International-Bay Area (Houston): Monday, June 3, 6:15 PM (Central). Title: “Environmental Justice” Speaker: Leticia Gutierrez, Government Relations and Community Outreach Director, Air Alliance Houston Registration for this meeting is required. Once you register, you will receive the Zoom link for joining the meeting. Please register at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAAAC2AA0FEC70-49780630-amnesty
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Juneteenth Ally Award Luncheon
Join us as we celebrate 35 years of the Center for the Healing of Racism with our 31st annual Juneteenth Ally Award Luncheon.
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16th Juneteenth Parade — Acres Home June 15, 2024, at 10 am
The parade will kick off at the Acres Home Multi-Purpose Center located at 6719 West Montgomery Road Houston, Texas 77091.
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Lone Star College–Houston NorthJuneteenth Celebration
The Star College-Houston North is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration on June 15, 2024, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.