The Nobel Peace Prize 2025 was awarded to Marina Corina Machado, a leading Venezuelan opposition politician
Stop Escalation Toward War with Venezuela
Stop Escalation Toward War with Venezuela, adapted from Maryknoll Office of Global Concerns, gives a synopsis of the War Powers Resolution
From the Sandbox — January 2026
I’m building the world. See how I do it… nice and slow. This reminds me of a quote by Henry David Thoreau.
Songs to Share — You Are Welcome Here
Folk singer and songwriter Joanie Calem creates music for all ages, including You Are Welcome Here, about the beauty of everyone.
Songs to Share — Together for Palestine
Lullaby, adapted from the Palestinian folk song “Yamma Mweel El Hawa”, features English verses by Peter Gabriel about resilience and home.
Poetry for Us — January 2026
Resolution Blessing By Mattie Stepanek From Reflections of a Peacemaker (2005): Let our breath be gentle wind
Book Recommendation — January 2026
No More Chairs by Dan Gill illustrated by Susan Gal. In this true story, a young boy learns achildhood experience can resonate for a lifetime.
Days of the Month — January 2026
January 2026 days include World Braille Day, MLK Jr Day, a day for Sadako Saski, a Hiroshima victim, as well as holocaust victims.