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Welcome to the Thomas Merton Center! We are people from diverse philosophies and faiths who find common ground in the nonviolent struggle to bring about a more peaceful and just world. We are a resource and organizing center for 25+ projects; we maintain a calendar of peace and justice-oriented events and activities in the Tri-State area; and we publish a monthly newspaper, The NewPeople.

TMC will be closed Thursday, November 26th and Friday, the 27th in observation of Thanksgiving.

 

 

We hope you enjoy your holiday!  We will return to normal business hours on Monday, November 30th.

 

 

 

 


Dennis Kucinich received 2009 Thomas Merton Award

 

 

Thank you to all who joined us in honoring Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) at the 37th annual Thomas Merton Award Dinner on November 1. Kucinich is well-known as a long-time peace and justice advocate within the political community.

 

We had a fantastic turnout at this year's award dinner. Thank you, all, for showing your support for both Kucinich and the Thomas Merton Center.

 

For more information on Congressman Kucinich and past Thomas Merton Award recipients, click here.


G-20 Media Support
 

The g20media.org web portal was created to serve as a comprehensive information clearinghouse for members of the media and as a centralized hub for organizers organizing around the G-20 Summit in Pittsburgh.

The mobilization may be over, but the quest for justice and accountability in the aftermath of the massive parliamentary suppression of public dissent is just beginning.

For more information, check out www.g20media.org.


Sign Up Your Lawn

"War is not the Answer" and "Support the Troops - End the War" yard signs are available. Pick up a free sign at the Thomas Merton Center to show Pittsburgh and the world your opposition to military action in Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and around the world!

For more information, call the Center at 412-361-3022.


Check out the TMC blog

For the latest on what's happening around town, photos from the past weekend's rally, and commentary from members of the peace and justice community, check out the Thomas Merton Center's new blog! You can also find links to our projects and affiliate organizations.

Check it out at:
http://thomasmertoncenter.wordpress.com.


Are You a Member of the TMC?
If not, what are you waiting for?

Our peace and justice work is accomplished primarily by volunteers, but we can't exist without the financial support of our members. Consider becoming a member of the Thomas Merton Center as a way of showing your support for the many people and projects that make peace and justice a full-time effort.

For more information on how to join, check out this page.


We Need Volunteers!

   ● Looking to try your hand at grant-writing? The Thomas Merton Center can use you!

   ● Do you have a vehicle and can help take the Center's recycling once a month to Construction Junction?

   ● Do you like to work with people on a personal basis? The East End Community Thrift Store is looking for people to help out at their Penn Avenue storefront. There's a lot of work that goes into running a store - sorting donations, setting up displays, helping customers - and whatever your skills, there's a place for you.

   ● Are you in school and want to volunteer but can't find the time because of classes? Check out our internships.

If you can help with one or more of these items, call 412-361-3022 or email Melissa.


The Thomas Merton Center is in the News
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