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Violence/war/terrorism

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 76 Collections and/or Records:

A Call to Conscience: US/Mexico Drug War , 2012-08-26

 File — Shelf 30, Box: 93, Folder: 76
Identifier: 30.93.76
Abstract Collaboration with the Movement for Peace with Justice and Dignity Suggested donation $10One of Mexico’s best-known poets, Javier Sicilia, laid down his pen last year after his 24-year-old son was murdered by drug traffickers in Cuernavaca, Mexico. In his son’s memory, Sicilia created the Movement for Peace with Justice and Dignity to urge an end to the drug violence — violence that has left an estimated 60,000 dead, 10,000 disappeared, and more than 160,000 Mexicans displaced...
Dates: Event: 2012-08-26

A Proposed Solution to the Kashmir Situation, 2000-12-15

 File — Shelf 28, Box: 83, Folder: 12,15
Identifier: 28.83.12
Abstract

By Minoo Bhandara, Pakistani businessman, journalist and former legislator

Dates: Event: 2000-12-15

Abuse Scandal in the Catholic Church, 2004-10-28

 File — Shelf 28, Box: 86, Folder: 04
Identifier: 28.86.04
Abstract

Part of Speak Truth to Power Series – Father Thomas Doyle, spoke of the issue of sexual molestation by Roman Catholic clergy. A leading scholar in Canon Law, Father Doyle serves as an expert witness all over the world for victims of sexual abuse

Dates: Event: 2004-10-28

America and Its Obsession with Violence: A Theological Expose, 2013-02-19

 File — Shelf 31, Box: 94, Folder: 11
Identifier: 31.94.11
Abstract Rev. James E. Atwood Suggested donation $10Author and minister, the Rev. James E. Atwood will lead a timely discussion of the theological roots of America’s epidemic of gun violence. The Rev. Atwood contends that the 36,000 gun deaths America suffers every year must be understood in light of the national myth that God has appointed America as “trustee of the civilization of the world” and “Christ’s light to the nations.” Atwood has spent the past 38 years advocating for gun...
Dates: Event: 2013-02-19

Binding Up the Wounds of War, 1996-03-20

 File — Shelf 27, Box: 82, Folder: 66
Identifier: 27.82.66
Abstract

Interfaith Event, International Women’s Month

Dates: Event: 1996-03-20

Black Lives Matter: Getting Beyond the Hashtag, 2015-01-07

 File — Shelf 31, Box: 95, Folder: 22
Identifier: 31.95.22
Abstract Contemplation and Dialogue Alex Byrd, Ph.D., Judge Josefina Rendon, Assata Richards, Ph.D., and Mtangulizi Sanyika, Ph.D.Like much of the nation, the Chapel has been wrestling with our response to the lack of justice in the Michael Brown and Eric Garner cases and the possibilities for action going forward. Please join us for “Black Lives Matter,” which builds on our yearlong program series on Living As If: The Art, Spirituality, and Practice of Non-Violence. Harnessing the...
Dates: Event: 2015-01-07

Brussels Vigil, 2016-03-25

 File — Shelf 31, Box: 96, Folder: 14
Identifier: 31.96.14
Abstract

Join the Rothko Chapel, the Consulate of Belgium in Houston, and Interfaith Ministries for prayers and a moment of silence in remembrance of the victims of the terrorist attack in Brussels, inside the Chapel from 5:00 PM. – 5:30 PM. All are welcome. A book of condolences will be available beginning at 12:00 PM.

Dates: Event: 2016-03-25

Candlelight Memorial and Prayer Vigil , 2000-08-24

 File — Shelf 28, Box: 83, Folder: 03
Identifier: 28.83.03
Abstract

To Honor Families and Family Members killed by local police officers. Sponsored by Corpus Justice

Dates: Event: 2000-08-24

Candlelight Vigil, 2000-03-23

 File
Identifier: RC10A1999
Abstract

On the eve of the 20th anniversary of Archbishop’s assassination

Dates: Event: 2000-03-23