BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Houston Peace & Justice Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hpjc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Houston Peace & Justice Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214754Z UID:10002334-1756922400-1756926000@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/2025-09-03/ 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:20250910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214754Z UID:10002335-1757527200-1757530800@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/2025-09-10/ 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:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214334Z UID:10002347-1757613600-1757617200@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-101-3/2025-09-11/ 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:20250917T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214754Z UID:10002336-1758132000-1758135600@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/2025-09-17/ 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:20250918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214334Z UID:10002348-1758218400-1758222000@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-101-3/2025-09-18/ 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:20250924T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214754Z UID:10002337-1758736800-1758740400@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/2025-09-24/ 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:20250925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T214333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214334Z UID:10002349-1758823200-1758826800@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-101-3/2025-09-25/ 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:20250928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T033746 CREATED:20250924T212316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212319Z UID:10002355-1759082400-1759086000@hpjc.org SUMMARY:The Nuts and Bolts of Integral Ecology DESCRIPTION:What is integral ecology\, and how can we put it into practice? Join Sr. Damien Marie Savino as she addresses these questions\, focusing on the notion of integral ecology introduced by Pope Francis in his environmental encyclical\, Laudato Si’ and explored in her new book Learning the Language of Creation\, to be released in January 2026. \n\n\n\nHer lecture will include comments upon practices such as regenerative agriculture and nature-based solutions\, in recognition that healing of ecosystems and of human communities goes hand in hand. \n\n\n\nThis program will be recorded and the recording distributed to all registrants. Time for interactive Q&A with the speaker will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1513793921369. \n\n\n\nContact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions. URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-integral-ecology/ LOCATION:Online\, TX CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hpjc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sr-DAmien.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR