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Local Peace and Justice Events and Actions

Current Events

Recurring Events:

Peace Action Wisconsin - Stand for Peace

Every Saturday, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. in Milwaukee

October 4 - King/North
October 11 - 27th/National
October 18 - Water/St. Paul
October 25 - Brady/Farwell

Check the Peace Action website for more information

Friday Freedom Films presented by Peace Action Wisconsin

Every Friday, 7 p.m.

Zao Church 2319 E. Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee WI 53211

Peace Action WI believes that non-violence and peace talks are the only path forward to peace. Learn more here. Updates on Facebook.

September 15 to October 15: Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month

Many of our immigrant friends and relatives had to cancel this month’s celebrations due to escalating ICE attacks on our communities. Native Organizers Alliance states, “We will continue defending immigrants whose home is here -- including people indigenous to the Americas, who existed long before borders separated us.”

Nonviolent Vigil for People Persecuted by ICE

Every Friday 9-10 am

Milwaukee ICE Office, 310 E Knapp St., Milwaukee, WI

Our fellow human beings are being persecuted and we wish to show solidarity & oppose the abduction of people by ICE agents. #EyesOnICE #justiceforimmigrants

Kneel for Nine

Spurred by the death of George Floyd, prayer for social justice continues every weekday from 5:30-5:39 on the corner of Hawley and Vliet. Support this important visual sign of our witness for justice.

Wednesday Weekly Prayers for Peace (virtual)

Every Wednesday, 11:30 – noon CST

Join in prayer with Churches for Middle East Peace for the people and situations in Gaza, Israel, and the occupied Palestinian territories. Register for Zoom link

Fast for Gaza Every Thursday

Fast for Gaza extends a global invitation to people of all faiths, and those who adhere to none, to abstain from food from dawn to dusk for one day in solidarity with the people of Gaza, and to break the fast together at sunset. The fast will continue every Thursday until a permanent ceasefire is called.

Prayer and Provision Every Fourth Tuesday

Prayer to End Racism, Please join in person or livestreamed in prayer for healing from the effects of racism on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. at the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker, 3138 N. 2nd Street, Milwaukee. A simple soup will be served in the dining room following prayer.

Livestreamed on Facebook, link

Amazing Faiths Dinner Dialogues

The last Wednesday of the month, 6-8pm

People of all faiths and no faith, all spiritualities and theologies gather in small groups to share a meal and participate in a moderated discussion, evoking deep exchanges about lived experiences and the role of faith and/or spirituality in their lives. Information and Registration

"Together to End Solitary" Campaign

On the 23rd of each month, 11 a.m.

Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility, 1015 N. 10th St, Milwaukee, WI

Stand with like-minded people of compassion at Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility as part of the National Religious Campaign Against Torture. “Together to End Solitary Campaign” is sponsored locally by WISDOM's Transformational Justice task force. More information.

Hello Neighbor Series

Hello, Neighbor, a collaborative racial justice effort between All Saints, Holy Angels, and Lumen Christi, is hosting "Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread", an experiential, hands on learning series that seeks to address food insecurity in our communities. Information and registration Flyer

Sunday Sep 28, 2025 (11:00 am - 2:30 pm) at All Saints Parish
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm) at Jim Luther New Hope Center/St. Hyacinth Parish
Saturday Nov 15, 2025 (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) at Lumen Christi Parish

Power of Community Organizing Training Series (online)

WISDOM invites you: Sharpen your skills, build stronger teams, and empower your community! Choose the timeframe that works best for you. Both series are held virtually on Zoom and run for 5 weeks.

Wednesdays, September 10–October 8, 6:30–8:00PM CT

Saturdays, September 13–October 11, 9:30–11:00AM CT

Milwaukee's History of Segregation: 4-part Saturday Noon Series

Join award-winning local historian Reggie Jackson, author of the upcoming book Midwest Nice Apartheid, for a 4-part series on Milwaukee’s history of segregation and its ongoing impact on housing, education, and equity. Presented by the Milwaukee Public Library and America's Black Holocaust Museum.

Dates and Library venues, all from 12 to 2 PM:

Saturday, September 27th at Martin Luther King Branch

Saturday, October 4th at Villard Square Branch

Saturday, October 11th at Bay View Branch

Saturday, October 25th at Capitol Branch

Compassionate Communication Practice Group

2nd and 4th Mondays, September 8 – December 22 from 12:30-2 pm

At Firstfruits, 890 Elm Grove Road, Bldg 2 Suite 6, Elm Grove, WI

Compassionate Communication, is a powerful tool that promotes connection with self and others. You are invited to come and practice communication techniques developed based on the concepts of Marshall Rosenberg. Cost: $5 per session See flyer for more details

Immigration: Facts, Fiction, and Faith:

In September and October, three Milwaukee Archdiocese parishes will be hosting Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, who will be presenting common immigration myths and focusing on the realities of the struggles immigrants face. Through informed discussion and meaningful reflection, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between faith, policy, and the human experience of migration.

Saturday, October 4

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

12700 W Howard Ave. New Berlin, WI

Presentation after 5:00 pm Mass from 6:30pm - 8:00pm.

Registration deadline: September 28, 2025 Register

Saturday, November 15

St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Capuchin Center Hall

1937 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee WI

Presentation: 10:00am - 11:30am.

Prior to the presentation, please read the Pope's Letter on Immigration to the USCCB, the USCCB's Migration and Catholic Social Teaching, USCCB's Catholic Elements of Immigration Reform, and the WI Catholic Bishops' Pastoral Letter on Immigration

Siena Retreat Center Events, www.SienaRetreatCenter.org, 5637 Erie St., Racine, WI 53402. Phone 262-898-2590

Ongoing Retreat Information. Partial scholarships are available for all programs.

Private Retreats are available -

To find a time for your private retreat email arrangements@sienaretreatcenter.org.

Cost: $87 per overnight with the option of adding meals, $11 for breakfast, $16 for the noon meal, $14 for supper. Partial scholarships are available for all programs.

https://www.sienaretreatcenter.org/retreats/showing-up/

Forest Therapy

Sunday, October 12, 1 - 3 p.m. (in person)

Experience the restorative practice of Forest Therapy with a guided walk through Siena’s woods and lakefront. Blending reflection, gentle exploration, and shared tea, this nature-based practice invites connection, creativity, and a deep sense of belonging. Register here!

This Moment in Time: Coffee and Conversation

Sunday, October 26, 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. (in person)

Every other month reflection and facilitated group discussion about current challenges. More info and registration

The Bonhoeffer Conundrum: Complicated Response to Fascism

Tuesdays, November 4, 11, and 18, 6:30pm – 8:00pm (via Zoom)

Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a German Lutheran pastor, neo-orthodox theologian and a key founding member of the Confessing Church. Apart from his theological writings, Bonhoeffer was known for his staunch resistance to the Nazi dictatorship. He was imprisoned in a concentration camp and later hanged, accused of being involved with a plot to assassinate Hitler. This series will explore the complexity of his witness and choices in the political crisis of emerging White Nationalism. Information and registration

Spirituality Alive Series: Our Deepening Life in the Spirit

Two Sessions (Sept 30 & Oct 14) Attend one or both.

6:30pm – 7:45pm via Zoom

Cost: $20 (per session)

Facilitator: Miriam Brown, OP

We are in awe of how things keep evolving in our theological understandings and our felt sense of the holy. Just as the prophet in us is hearing new calls, so our mystical sense of the Spirit is deepening and widening in us in new ways. Register for Sept 30 Register for Oct 14

Scheduled Events

Holy Apostles Parish, New Berlin, is having an Immigration Weekend, with 3 activities between Friday October 3 and Sunday October 5. Details

Stations of the Cross for Migrants and Immigrants

Friday, October 3, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 16000 W. National Ave., New Berlin

Uniting the trials of migrants and refugees with our Lord’s, join us for a spiritual pilgrimage and enter into the mystery of Jesus’ gift of himself to us. We pray for open hearts to understand and love our migrant brothers and sisters.

Seasons of Creation Pilgrimage "Sowing Seeds of Hope and Healing"

October 4, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes Motherhouse 320 County Road K 320 County Road K, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

“Sowing Seeds of Hope and Healing" Pilgrimage will include seed collection and spreading to areas in the community that need environmental healing. Participants will arrive and park at the Motherhouse (near Founders Hall) between 8 – 8:30 am. At 8:30 we hop a bus and travel together for the rest of the day, which concludes back at the Motherhouse at 5:00 pm. Our pilgrimage will include a stop at the Brothertown Indian Nation Community Center for a presentation by tribal leaders. All participants must complete the application and liability waiver by October 1, 2025. Applications will be available soon. Reach out to dkrikau@csasisters.org if you would like to be notified when they are available. Information and registration

Leadership Summit: Welcoming the Stranger

Saturday, October 4, 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Holy Apostles Parish Welcome Center, 16000 W. National Ave., New Berlin

Speakers: Michael Taylor & Ann Setterlun

What is a welcoming, faith-based, heartfelt response to the stranger? In this talk, Ann and Michael put a human face on the complex reality of immigration. Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome. Register OR by calling the parish office at 262-786-7330.

Wisconsin Transformational Justice Campaign

Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. -2 p.m. (lunch will be provided)

United Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 506 N. Washington Ave., Waukesha, WI 53188

SOPHIA Waukesha invites you to be part of its Transformational Justice Training event.

We would be delighted to have you join us for this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together as a community. Register

HKE MKE

Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center

Tie up your boots, round up the kids, and get ready to turn a regular day out into an outdoor FUNdraiser presented by the Rotary Club of Milwaukee! Your ticket isn’t just for a fun Saturday – it’s helping connect kids, families, and the whole community to nature year-round.

HKE MKE is our annual urban HKE through Riverside Park and the beautiful Milwaukee Rotary Centennial Arboretum. Details Link To Register:

Immigration: Fiction, Facts & Faith

Saturday, October 4, 6:00-8:00 pm

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 12700 W. Howard Ave, New Berlin WI.

Seton's Migrant Ministry invites you to gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between faith, policy, and the human experience of migration. This session led by Darryl Morin uncovers common myths and realities surrounding immigrants and immigration while examining the six essential principles of immigration reform outlined by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. All are welcome! Registration is encouraged

Empty Bowls: An Event Supporting NourishMKE

Sunday October 5, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.

Kern Center at MSOE, 1245 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Purchase a one-of-a-kind bowl–handmade and donated by a local artisan, each one as unique as the community members we serve. At the event, enjoy a wide array of soup samples from local restaurants showcasing the diversity of Milwaukee’s food scene. Enjoy live music, live pottery demonstrations, and more. All proceeds from the event will support the mission of NourishMKE, which provides more than 50,000 individuals with over 1 million pounds of food annually. Details:

Cabrini Film

Sunday October 5, 1:30pm – 3:50 p.m.

Holy Apostles Parish Welcome Center, 16000 W. National Ave., New Berlin

A powerful story of Mother Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant, and her mission to build an empire of hope. Unwavering in the face of resistance and adversity, she secured housing and healthcare for society’s most vulnerable. Registration is encouraged OR by calling the parish office at 262-786-7330

Connecting Conversations

Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

St. Anthony on the Lake Parish, W280N2101 Prospect Ave., Pewaukee, WI 53027, Room F&G

Do you want to connect with others through meaningful conversations - to feel valued, heard, and understood? Join us as we create a safe, sacred space for deep listening. By practicing together, we grow in friendship while learning skills to apply in our daily lives. Our conversation topic for the evening will be, "Is it important to have conversations about racism? Why or why not?" All are welcome. No prior experience or registration is needed. Please come and bring a friend! Mark your calendars for future dates: November 5 & December 3!

Open Wide Our Hearts with Bishop Joseph Perry

Sunday October 12th, 2025, at 12 noon

St. Eugene Congregation, 7600 N. Port Washington Road, Fox Point, WI 53217

The St. Eugene Social Justice and Racial Equity Initiative will be welcoming Bishop Joseph Perry to speak about the US Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) 2018 Pastoral Letter “Open Wide Our Hearts” – what Catholics can do personally to dismantle racism. All are invited, no registration required. More information

Rights of Nature Action

Monday, Oct 13th

WISDOM is organizing events on Indigenous People's Day, Monday October 13th 2025 to highlight Rights of Nature as a way to restore human beings and corporations to be in right relationship with the natural world. State Representatives Vincent Miresse (Stevens Point), Angelito Tenorio (West Allis) and Darrin Madison (Milwaukee) have drafted a state resolution to raise up the issue of Rights of Nature as a way for us to restore right relationship with the natural world and address climate change. Read the state resolution.

3rd Annual Emergency Gun Violence Summit

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Baird Center

HERE is an article from Fox6 about the event. HERE is the website that talks about this event. Register

The sponsors, 80% Coalition and Forward Latino, need volunteers to greet people, provide name tags, monitor the breakout rooms, etc.. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Theresa breunigpt@gmail.com Feel free to forward this email to others who you think would be interested in volunteering.

No Kings Day

Saturday, October 18

Cathedral Square, Milwaukee, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Other venues in Greenfield, Muskego, Brookfield, Shorewood, Waukesha, and Oconomowoc

On October 18, we will show that we are not afraid and will not passively watch our rights be stripped away. And we still believe in a future where everyone has quality health care, education, housing, and more, as well as the freedom to be who they are and dissent without punishment.

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action and no civil disobedience. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events. RSVP here to join a No Kings protest on October 18!

Now Is The Time for a Community Conversation on Sustainability

Thursday October 23, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Carroll University Stackner Ballroom, 101 N. East Ave, Waukesha WI

For many, recent floods have threatened our homes and livelihoods, while remote fires have impacted our local air quality and the health of our families. The economic challenges caused by environmental events remind us that we are not immune to the emerging trend toward extreme weather events. Join us for a Community Conversation with Guest Speaker Meteorologist Lindsey Slater about how we can protect our natural resources for the people who live here now and for generations to come. Learn more and register

Our Dollars, Our Vote

Saturday, Oct. 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 2901 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Milwaukee

Join African American Roundtable to discuss the $600,000 participatory budgeting (PB) fund launching in Milwaukee! This will be an interactive session where we’ll dream together, learn about PB and imagine how these funds can benefit our communities. You’ll leave with the tools necessary to fully participate in the PB process to improve the quality of life in our city. Flyer Please bring your neighbors, your friends, and your family! Register

WaterMarks Walk: Animals, Birds & Plants around the West Basin and Lincoln Creek

Saturday, October 25th from 11am - 1pm

MMSD West Basin - 4350 N. 35th St

WaterMarks Walk focuses on the impact of water and nature on mental health & child development with walk leaders Anna Rose Menako and Shalina Ali. This will be the first in the series of WaterMarks Walks to help guide the art-making process and help educate people about the importance of water and nature in our daily lives.

Amazing Faiths Dinner Dialogue

Thursday, October 30, 6:00 p.m.

Good Shepherd Trinity Church, 3302 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee

More info & Register

Connecting Conversations

Wednesday, November 5 , 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 3 , 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

St. Anthony on the Lake Parish, W280N2101 Prospect Ave., Pewaukee, WI 53027, Room F&G

Veterans for Peace Armistice Day Celebration

Tuesday, November 11, Music at 6:30, Program at 7:00 p.m.

Central United Methodist Church, 25th & Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI

Join in celebrating peace, not militarism! Speakers: Sarah L. Blum, author of Warrior Nurse—PTSD & Healing, and Zeiad Abbas Shamrouch, Executive Director of Middle East Children’s Alliance

SOPHIA Annual Educational Event: Immigration

Wednesday, November 12, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. on Zoom.

SOPHIA Religious Leaders Caucus members invite everyone to our Annual Educational Event.

This year’s theme topic will be Immigration. Please make sure to save this date on your calendars.

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

November 14, Details TBD

Six year old Ruby Bridges stepped into the history books in 1960 when she integrated William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans becoming a national icon for the civil rights movement. Celebrate her contribution to end racism with Bay Bridges.

WaterMarks Walk

Saturday, November 15th, 11am - 1pm

MMSD West Basin - 4350 N. 35th St

WaterMarks Walk focuses on the impact of water and nature on mental health & child development.

Immigration: Facts, Fiction and Faith

Saturday November 15, 10:00am - 11:30am.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Capuchin Center Hall

1937 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee WI

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