September is Peace Month: Join Us for These Events

September is Peace Month: Join Us for These Events

Barry University’s commitment to social justice calls our community “to foster peace and non-violence, to strive for equality, to recognize the sacredness of Earth, and to engage in meaningful efforts toward social change.” 

Please join guest speakers and community members in Peace Month prayers, service opportunities, and conversations on fostering peace and non-violence. 

Tuesday, September 1

Mass of the Holy Spirit
4 p.m.
Broad Center for the Performing Arts  
Contact Campus Ministry at 305.899.3650

Friday, September 11  

Interfaith Prayer & Mission Luncheon with Sister Zenaida Nacpil, OP
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Contact the Office of Mission Engagement at 305.899.3599

Thursday, September 17

Constitution Day
Contact the Department of History and Political Science at 305.899.4098

Monday, September 21

Peace-In
All-day program
Andreas 111 & 112
Contact the Department of Sociology and Criminology at 305.899.3412

Mission Luncheon with Sister Durstyne Farnan, OP
12:30 – 1:50 p.m.
Contact the Office of Mission Engagement at 305.899.3599

Deliberative Dialogue: Policing and Community Relations
4-5:30 p.m. in Andreas 112
Contact the Center for Community Service Initiatives at 305.899.4017

Thursday, September 24

Mindful Hour for Peace
Noon - 1 p.m.
Contact School of Social Work at 305.899.3047

For more information on these events, please call the Office of Mission Engagement at 305.899.3599.

Service opportunities during Peace Month

Saturday, September 12

9/11 Remembrance: Day of Service

Saturday, September 19

International Coastal Cleaning

Tuesday, September 29

Community Engagement Fair

For all service opportunities, please contact the Center for Community Service Initiatives at 305.899.4017.