The "Center" podcast

Welcome to The "Center”, a monthly podcast series created and produced by the Franciscan Peace Center, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis, Clinton, IA.

The podcast is focused on the joint mission of both organizations to promote peace and active nonviolence within our local, national, and global communities. Join host Marsha Thrall each month as we explore how active nonviolence and peacemaking are necessary and transformative practices within everyday life.

Please note: The views expressed here are individual views that do not necessarily reflect the views of the Sisters of St. Francis, Clinton, Iowa.

January 2025

23 Jan 2025

Doing Human Trafficking Work in the State of Iowa - A Conversation with Dr. George Belitsos

On today’s episode of The “Center” we’re joined by Dr. George Belitsos, current chair of the Board of Directors for the Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery.

09 Jan 2025

Update 2025: The Landscape of Human Trafficking in Clinton, Iowa

On today’s episode of The “Center,” we’re joined by Deputy Chief of Police Jim Ballauer and Corporal Joshua Winter of the Clinton Police Department for an update on the landscape of human trafficking in both the City of Clinton, Iowa and its neighboring communities.