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donateWelcome 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.


FEATURED EVENTS
Coming up soon

5/28/2008 8:00PM
  Preview Screening "At The Death House Door"
The Pitt chapter of Amnesty International is hosting a preview screening of the film "At the Death House Door."   The film explores the prison system as well as issues surrounding capital punishment. There will be a discussion afterwards. Snacks provided! University of Pittsburgh, Room 106 David Lawrence Hall, Forbes Avenue, Oakland

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"WAR IS NOT THE ANSWER" SIGNS & STICKERS
Get them at the TMC and Friends Meeting House

War is Not the Answer The Friends Committee on National Legislation is once again distributing the blue and white signs for display on lawns and in windows to reaffirm Pittsburgh’s commitment to peace during this election year. The signs, as well as bumper stickers, are free and available at TMC and the Friends’ Meeting House of Pittsburgh, along with other locations. For more information, or to order bumper stickers and window signs online, visit www.warisnottheanswer.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

  • Do you have a head for grant research/writing, fundraising and event planning? We need your help so that the center can stay financially afloat.

  • Do you have computer skills you’d like to share? We are looking for volunteers for everything from cleaning our sprawling computer network to helping staff learn Microsoft Access.

  • Do you have a truck or a car? We looking for someone to stop by on a weekly basis to pick up items to be taken to Construction Junction for recycling.

  • Do you like painting? Please help us paint the front of our building or the inside walls of our office space.

  • We're also seeking folks to help out with receptionist duties during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm).

  • Want an internship for school credit? See what we're offering.

If you can help with one or more of these items, call 412-361-3022 or email info@thomasmertoncenter.org.

FBI DETERMINES PEACE IS A THREAT

The Thomas Merton Center and American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) released documents showing that the FBI is spying on Pittsburghers because of their anti-war views.  More info on the ACLU website.