Living and Promoting
Active Nonviolence and Peacemaking

Living and Promoting
Active Nonviolence and Peacemaking

Living and Promoting
Active Nonviolence and Peacemaking

We Clinton Franciscans, in the spirit of Saint Francis and
Saint Clare and grounded in contemplation, are called to ongoing conversion and sent as instruments of God’s peace.

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Movies That Matter - Informing Your Vote: "One Person One Vote?"
Wed Sep 11, 2024  | 12:00 AM
The “Movies That Matter: Informing Your Vote” series from the Franciscan Peace Center continues in September with a virtual screening of One Person, One Vote?   At a time when many Americans...
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Peaceful Energy for Renewing the Earth
Wed Sep 18, 2024  | 6:30 PM
Join Dr. Erin Lothes for a talk about the critical importance of energy justice and transitioning to renewable, peaceful energy sources   In this talk via Zoom and in person at select locations,...
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Share Our Sandwiches
Thu Sep 19, 2024  | 12:00 PM
Individuals experiencing food insecurity can receive a free sack lunch through the Share Our Sandwiches program, sponsored by the Franciscan Peace Center. Share Our Sandwiches lunches will be...
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Movies That Matter: Informing Your Vote

At a time when many Americans question democratic institutions, One Person, One Vote? unveils the complexities of the Electoral College, the uniquely American and often misunderstood mechanism for electing a president. The documentary follows four presidential electors representing different parties in Colorado during the intense 2020 election.  Sign up now to watch the film online between September 11-25 then join in an online discussion with other viewers. 

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Active Nonviolence

Active nonviolence is a creative power for good available to everyone. It is grounded in the sacredness of all life and respect for every person.

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"Faith in Transition – Engaging Francis' Life for an Urban Ecospirituality"

Join Dr. Rachel Wheeler, Associate Professor of Spirituality at the University of Portland and author of the forthcoming "Radical Kinship: A Christian Ecospirituality," as we delve into how St. Francis of Assisi's life can inspire a renewed ecospirituality in urban settings. Register now for this thought-provoking webinar that will be held on October 8, 2024, at 6:00 PM CDT.

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