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
Check the Peace Action website for September locations
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.
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.
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
Register for Wednesdays: https://bit.ly/pocowednesdays
Register for Saturdays: https://bit.ly/pocosaturdays
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.
Thursday, September 25
Corpus Christi Parish - St. Mary Community Center
225 S. Hartwell Ave, Waukesha, WI
Presentation: 6:30pm - 8:00pm.
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/CCImmigrationFFF
More information: Corpus Christi Flyer
Saturday, September 27
St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Capuchin Center Hall
1937 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee WI
Presentation: 10:00am - 11:30am.
Register by Sept 24 at: https://tinyurl.com/SFImmigrationFFF
More information: St Francis Flyer
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
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
“Things Your History Teacher Didn’t Teach You: Blacks in History”
Derek Mosley, Director of Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Research and Civic Education, will discuss the many contributions of African Americans as he conveys that Black History is indeed U.S. History. Through narration, photos, and humor, Mr. Mosley will provide us an opportunity to meet people and hear stories that will surprise and enlighten.
Monday, September 15, 6:30 -8:00 pm.
Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall, 3722 S. 58th Street
Please register by September 11 at or call the Parish Office.
ALSO
Tuesday September 23, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Good Shepherd Parish, N88W17658 Christman Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, USA
ALSO
Wednesday, September 24, 6:30 pm
Parish Life Center, St. Anthony on the Lake Parish, W280N2101 Prospect Ave, Pewaukee, WI 53072
Our friend Derek Mosley's presentation will be followed by cookies and conversation. Please come and bring a friend! Registration
Forward Latino Immigration Presentation by Darryl Morin
September 14, 5 to 8 p.m. United Methodist Church, Whitefish Bay
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/
Sunday, September 14, 1 - 3 p.m.
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!
Tuesday, September 23; 6:30pm – 8pm via Zoom
Cost: $20
Facilitator: Jon Metz
If we are all created in the Image and likeness of God, what does that mean for the expectations of our life? What gifts does our dignity give us? What responsibilities and obligations are required of us to honor the dignity of all people? Spirituality of Dignity will explore the dignity of the human person through the lens of scripture, Church tradition, Catholic Social Teaching, and personal experience. Register
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
Archdiocese of Milwaukee Pallium Lecture
Thursday September 4, 7 p.m.
Brookfield Conference Center, 325 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield WI 53005
The Most Reverend Daniel E. Flores, S.T.D., Bishop of Brownsville, TX will present “Synods, Councils and Creeds—Treasuring Our Catholic Inheritance Today”
Free and open to the public, registration is required. Flyer
Critical Thinking, Moral Imagination and the Courage to Rescue
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 7:00 PM
Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N. Prospect Ave, Milwaukee
Drawing from histories of individuals and communities who chose to rescue Jews during the Holocaust, Dr. Amy H. Shapiro will explore the difficult decisions made by those who risk their lives to help others. She will share insights into what drives people to act with compassion in the face of danger and discuss the broader implications for moral decision-making today. Cost: Museum Members $5 | Nonmembers $8* Learn more and Register
Hope of a Better Future
September 6, 8:30 am - 11 am
Holy Apostles Catholic Church Welcome Center, 16000 W. National Ave., New Berlin
Learn about the history of immigration in the United States, the key aspects of the current immigration law, and stories about the immigrant experience.
Speaker: Barbara Graham, JD, Catholic Charities, Director of Refugee and Immigration Services
Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome. Or call the parish office at 262-786-7330 to register. Flyer
Palestinian Dabke Night
Sunday, September 7; Vendors open at 5pm, Show at 6 p.m.
Oak Creek Performing Arts Center; 340 E Puetz Rd, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Wishah and Baladi dance group from Palestine are coming to Oak Creek for a one time special event night of traditional Palestinian dance. All proceeds from the event will be donated to MECA, the Middle East Children's Alliance. Tickets can be purchased online here, or in person at
• Qahwah House - 7981 S 6th St, Oak Creek
• Jerusalem Market - 6955 S 27th St, Franklin
• Al-Asalah Food Pantry - 869 W Layton Ave, Milwaukee
Presented by: U.S. Palestinian Community Network (USPCN) with local partners including Peace Action Wisconsin. Flyer
Correcting the Narrative--Film Screening
Tuesday, September 9, 6:00 – 8 p.m.
Cathedral Atrium 831 N. Van Buren St., Milwaukee
Correcting the Narrative is about the discrepancy between how society regards people with criminal records, and the facts of their lives. Community support has power to transform lives and create a more inclusive society.
Connecting Conversations
Wednesday, September 10, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
St. Anthony on the Lake Parish, W280N2101 Prospect Ave, Pewaukee, WI 53072
Are you looking for opportunities to connect with fellow Catholics to engage in respectful and deep conversations about meaningful topics? Are you striving to learn techniques to open the door to understand and perhaps change each others’ perspectives? We will be discussing the following topic: What is real American history? All are welcome. No prior experience or registration is needed. Please come and bring a friend!
Georgetown University Livestream: Deportations and Assaults on Human Dignity:
Catholic Principles, Human Costs, Pastoral Challenges
Thursday Sept 11, 5:00- 6:30 p.m. CDT
The roundtable presentation will include Bishops from L.A., Miami, D.C., and El Paso, also other Catholic Leaders on deportations and human dignity. Register to obtain the livestream link
A Binding Truth--Film Screening
Friday, September 12, 6 pm
United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay, 819 East Silver Spring Drive
See an advance screening of an upcoming PBS documentary about racial reconciliation - A Binding Truth.
Jimmie and De’s story, rooted in the South, is also America’s story – one of slavery’s legacy and our current racial divide. It’s a story of healing and shows a way forward as Jimmie and De explore their binding truth. Registration is appreciated.
Forward Latino Immigration Presentation by Darryl Morin
September 14, 5 to 8 p.m. United Methodist Church, Whitefish Bay
National Voter Registration Day
Tuesday, September 16th, 4 to 6 PM
Celebrate democracy with Milwaukee Public Library and ABHM! Volunteers from a variety of organizations will be on hand to answer questions about voting, eligibility, and access to the polls at Good Hope Branch Library, Martin Luther King Branch Library, & Mitchell Street Branch Library. Want to learn more about the history of voting rights? Check out our virtual exhibit on Freedom Summer .
Seasons of Creation Pilgrimage
Saturday September 20, 1:00- 3:30 p.m.
Neosoe, Wisconsin—Catholic Ecology Center
We invite you to join Catholics from across the Midwest as we journey together in prayer and hope, fostering faith, community, and a renewed commitment to caring for creation. Catholic individuals, families, faith communities, and organizations are invited to participate. Pilgrims will convene at the Catholic Ecology Center at 1 p.m. for prayer, pilgrimage and spiritual activities. Further details and registration
Civics In Action
September 18, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Marquette University, Alumni Memorial Union Rm 163
America’s Black Holocaust Museum is proud to partner with Marquette University's Center for Urban Research, Teaching, and Outreach (CURTO) on a series focused on democracy, active participation, civic responsibility, and civic engagement. Starting on September 18th, the series "Civics in Action" will take place over the lunch hour (food will be provided) on select Thursdays during the fall 2025 semester at Marquette. Admission is free and open to the public. More information
Immigrants in Crisis: Our Stories
Sunday September 21, 5:00- 7:00 p.m.
United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay, 819 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay WI
Many in our community have stopped attending medical appointments, education classes (including language courses), public gatherings or even worship services. Some are too afraid to show up for work. The path to US citizenship is varied, clouded with uncertainty and often arduous. Wait lists can be years or even decades. Hear first hand from a panel of immigrants and those who work closely with immigrant communities. A community discussion will follow the panel presentations. Register
ABHM Book Discussion: Thirty Years a Slave by Louis Hughes
Thursday September 25, 6 p.m. (virtual)
As part of America’s Black Holocaust Museum’s ongoing partnership with Forest Home Cemetery, we are working to bring to light the history of many of the Black Milwaukeeans who were laid to rest there. One of those people is Louis Hughes, who was held in bondage for three decades. Near the end of the Civil War, he escaped to the Union lines with the paid help of two Union soldiers. Hughes later returned to the plantation to liberate his wife, and the couple made their way to safety in Canada. After the war, they traveled to Chicago and Detroit, eventually settling in Milwaukee as free people. Register for Zoom link Learn more
Seasons of Creation Christian Climate Training
September 27, 2025, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. CDT (online)
This Season of Creation, Christians around the world are coming together around the theme: Peace with Creation. Join us on September 27 for a climate + faith training to reflect on how our choices shape our common home and learn to live out our faith through bold, compassionate action. Together, we will work for Peace with Creation. More information Register
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
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
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.
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.