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Franciscan Peacemakers

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Build Peace in the Spirit of Francis

September 11, 2025

Peace is a gift from God. Human actions that cooperate with God’s grace activate peace in the world.

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Franciscan Peacemakers: On the Front Lines of Human Trafficking

May 25, 2022
The Franciscan Peacemakers have been helping women struggling with prostitution and poverty for over 25 years. Now some of the women they’ve helped are giving back.
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Followers of St. Francis: Serving the Overlooked

November 16, 2020
As many as 4,538 residents experience homelessness on any given day. Milwaukee, in particular, is beset by homelessness, prostitution, and human trafficking.
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How to Be an Instrument of Peace

November 24, 2017
“May God smile on you and be merciful to you. May God turn his regard toward you and give you peace.” —St. Francis of Assisi
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