06/28/2021
The sun is rising, Milwaukee! 🌞 What are you looking forward to as we welcome a new morning, week, month?
The sun is rising, Milwaukee! 🌞 What are you looking forward to as we welcome a new morning, week, month?
Franciscan Peacemakers
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Franciscan Peacemakers provides a pathway for a sustainable, healthy, safe and productive life for women engaging in prostitution due to trauma, human s*x trafficking or substance addiction.
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Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Location: 3333 W Lisbon Avenue, Milwaukee WI
website: www.franciscanpeacemakers.org
Operating as usual
06/26/2021
Did you know Franciscan Peacemakers offer subscription services? 📅 🧼
Subscribe for monthly deliveries of your favorite soap and self-care essentials and SAVE big. Or, give the gift that keeps on giving—all year long!
Check out our online store today to learn more.
Did you know Franciscan Peacemakers offer subscription services? 📅 🧼
Subscribe for monthly deliveries of your favorite soap and self-care essentials and SAVE big. Or, give the gift that keeps on giving—all year long!
Check out our online store today to learn more.
06/24/2021
We are 🤩LOVING🤩 this display at Ryloo Boutique in Cedarburg.
Ryloo specializes in comfortable yet stylish clothing for women. The owner, Kelly, wants to make sure every client finds something that suits their style and size.
Ryloo is also a co-conspirator in spreading the message about human trafficking! Ryloo has added Franciscan Peacemakers products to their shop over the past year and we couldn't ask for a better partnership. Next time you're in Cedarburg, WI, make sure to check out @rylooboutique!
We are 🤩LOVING🤩 this display at Ryloo Boutique in Cedarburg.
Ryloo specializes in comfortable yet stylish clothing for women. The owner, Kelly, wants to make sure every client finds something that suits their style and size.
Ryloo is also a co-conspirator in spreading the message about human trafficking! Ryloo has added Franciscan Peacemakers products to their shop over the past year and we couldn't ask for a better partnership. Next time you're in Cedarburg, WI, make sure to check out @rylooboutique!
06/22/2021
We are in the business of creating light ✨
✨ Light for women going through a dark spot in their lives
✨ Light for the homes decorated with our candles
✨ Light to guide the steps of those ready to begin their healing journey
✨ Light for those who struggle to see the light in themselves or in our weary world
In this time of summer solstice, how are you spreading your light onto others? Are there dim areas in your own life which may need tending to? How are you spending these extra hours of daylight?
We are in the business of creating light ✨
✨ Light for women going through a dark spot in their lives
✨ Light for the homes decorated with our candles
✨ Light to guide the steps of those ready to begin their healing journey
✨ Light for those who struggle to see the light in themselves or in our weary world
In this time of summer solstice, how are you spreading your light onto others? Are there dim areas in your own life which may need tending to? How are you spending these extra hours of daylight?
06/19/2021
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Can you please help? With summer in full swing, our Outreach and Hospitality Center could use the following donations:
👚Gently used casual summer clothes for women in sizes 6 to 14
🩴Flip flops, sandals and athletic shoes
💐Deodorant
🚿Personal wipes
🛁Washcloths
🧦Socks
We have an Amazon wish list here if that makes your donation easier. Otherwise, donations can be dropped at 3333 W Lisbon on Monday - Friday, 8 am to 2:30 pm.
Thanks!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZUH6JN5VSO50?ref_=wl_share
06/17/2021
Help a dad in your life stop and smell the roses... Use code: DADSDAY for 20% off purchases now thru June 20.
Pic featuring our Dad’s Sampler Pack! The perfect, ethically-made gift to help dad find his scent. Add on a mug or t-shirt to make this Father’s Day extra special!
Help a dad in your life stop and smell the roses... Use code: DADSDAY for 20% off purchases now thru June 20.
Pic featuring our Dad’s Sampler Pack! The perfect, ethically-made gift to help dad find his scent. Add on a mug or t-shirt to make this Father’s Day extra special!
06/15/2021
What do you get a dad that already has all the tools? Our scent-astic sampler pack for cleaning up after those big projects!
Our Dads Day Sample Pack includes FIVE scents to help dad find his favorite:
🧡 Sandalwood
💚 Tea Tree Eucalyptus
💜 Peppermint Leaf
💛 Honey Oatmeal
🤎 Sacred Amber
Dad already have a fave smell? Use code DADSDAY to get 20% off our online store before June 20.
What do you get a dad that already has all the tools? Our scent-astic sampler pack for cleaning up after those big projects!
Our Dads Day Sample Pack includes FIVE scents to help dad find his favorite:
🧡 Sandalwood
💚 Tea Tree Eucalyptus
💜 Peppermint Leaf
💛 Honey Oatmeal
🤎 Sacred Amber
Dad already have a fave smell? Use code DADSDAY to get 20% off our online store before June 20.
06/14/2021
Customer reviews like this one from Carol R. give us some serious #MondayMotivation. What is motivating you this week? Share with us below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Customer reviews like this one from Carol R. give us some serious #MondayMotivation. What is motivating you this week? Share with us below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
06/09/2021
One contact at a time.
One relationship at a time.
One meal at a time.
One bar of soap at a time.
Slowly but surely... We will bring healing to the lives of women engaging in prostitution due to trauma, human s*x trafficking or drug addiction. Visit www.franciscanpeacemakers.org to learn more about our mission and explore ways you can support others on their healing journey.
One contact at a time.
One relationship at a time.
One meal at a time.
One bar of soap at a time.
Slowly but surely... We will bring healing to the lives of women engaging in prostitution due to trauma, human s*x trafficking or drug addiction. Visit www.franciscanpeacemakers.org to learn more about our mission and explore ways you can support others on their healing journey.
06/09/2021
Did you miss TMJ4's Milwaukee Tonight this evening? Click the link below to watch the full special on "Hidden Gems" featuring some of (y)our favorites! 💜
https://www.tmj4.com/news/milwaukee-tonight/hidden-gems-franciscan-peacemaker-take-to-the-streets-with-support-for-those-in-need
Special thanks to Cassandra McShepard for our visit together and helping spread our message of Peace and All Good! ✌️+👍
06/05/2021
🗣 PSA: Father’s Day is only two weeks away!
Dad already have a grill?
Tired of gifting ties?
Help dad find his scent with this gift set featuring five different scents!
Orders received by June 15 are guaranteed to be delivered in time for Father’s Day. Or, better yet, stop by the shop to say hey and pick up yours today.
🗣 PSA: Father’s Day is only two weeks away!
Dad already have a grill?
Tired of gifting ties?
Help dad find his scent with this gift set featuring five different scents!
Orders received by June 15 are guaranteed to be delivered in time for Father’s Day. Or, better yet, stop by the shop to say hey and pick up yours today.
06/04/2021
👋🏾 Hey, Tosa!
We'll be out spreading Peace and All Good (✌🏻& 👍🏿) tomorrow morning at the Tosa Farmers Market from 8:00am to Noon at 7720 Harwood Ave (behind Cafe Hollander and Buckatabon). Make sure to stop by and say hi—see you soon! 💜
👋🏾 Hey, Tosa!
We'll be out spreading Peace and All Good (✌🏻& 👍🏿) tomorrow morning at the Tosa Farmers Market from 8:00am to Noon at 7720 Harwood Ave (behind Cafe Hollander and Buckatabon). Make sure to stop by and say hi—see you soon! 💜
06/03/2021
📣 Did you see Deacon Steve's big announcement on Tuesday??
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👩🏾🤝👩🏼 Our sales team (Lori and Shenise) have added 19 new retail partners so you can find our products more easily in the greater Milwaukee area!! These two photos are from @alfaflowershop
and @sendikshome
💜 We will be highlighting retailers now and then and hope you will follow and support them as well.
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📷 And if you see us out in the wild, please snag a photo and post it with the #peaceandallgood so we can spread our mission to heal our community from human trafficking!
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🔗 in bio - "Hear Ye, Hear Ye" - to learn more!
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#shopsmallbusiness #shoplocal #madeinmilwaukee #madeinwisconsin #madewithlove #endhumantrafficking #socialenterprise #supportlocal #shopyourvalues #entrepreneur #mke #414 #smallbusiness #boutique
06/02/2021
🎼School's out for summer! (Well, almost)
Grace a teacher's desk with a little love before summer break. Our T(ea) is for Teachers box is full of goodies which you can add onto!
🧼 1 Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Bar Soap
🧴 8 oz Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Lotion
🧽 8 oz Lemongrass Tea Castile Soap
Plus... 👕☕️ Add on a Peace & All Good t-shirt or mug!
Don't wait until the last day like your homework assignments... Order today!
06/01/2021
📣 Hear ye, hear ye! Big announcement from Deacon Steve. Check your inbox - or follow this link to the latest news from Franciscan Peacemakers. - https://mailchi.mp/1443880bea90/hear-ye-hear-ye
📣 Hear ye, hear ye! Big announcement from Deacon Steve. Check your inbox - or follow this link to the latest news from Franciscan Peacemakers. - https://mailchi.mp/1443880bea90/hear-ye-hear-ye
06/01/2021
The Guest House Milwaukee provides shelter, care, and resources to those without. The Guest House envisions a Milwaukee without homelessness and believes that putting guests and clients first is a must on the road to healing.
This June, all Community Cares donations will be donated to The Guest House to help realize their slogan of "more than shelter." A predominantly male-serving organization, we thought this would be perfect fit for the month that Father's Day lands on. Swipe to the next slide to see how you can help!
05/31/2021
Get ready, JET SET, go!
Happy Memorial Day, everyone. Whether you are still soaking up the sun on vacation or getting house projects done during a stay-cation, everyone deserves a bonus day.... So, we are extending our JET SET sale until tomorrow!
The JET SET is perfect for adventure-seekers, miniature-lovers, or people who just love to have a great gift on hand. Enjoy our 2oz lotion, a handmade bar of soap, and a 4oz candle all for $15. Available in four scents and the perfect size to throw in bags, purses, or gift boxes!
*No code needed, discount automatically applied in your cart.
Get ready, JET SET, go!
Happy Memorial Day, everyone. Whether you are still soaking up the sun on vacation or getting house projects done during a stay-cation, everyone deserves a bonus day.... So, we are extending our JET SET sale until tomorrow!
The JET SET is perfect for adventure-seekers, miniature-lovers, or people who just love to have a great gift on hand. Enjoy our 2oz lotion, a handmade bar of soap, and a 4oz candle all for $15. Available in four scents and the perfect size to throw in bags, purses, or gift boxes!
*No code needed, discount automatically applied in your cart.
05/28/2021
What's on your to-do list this Franciscan Friday? Hopefully spreading Peace & All Good is on there too!
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What's on your to-do list this Franciscan Friday? Hopefully spreading Peace & All Good is on there too!
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05/27/2021
Pack your bags, jet setters ✈️🧳
It’s almost Memorial Day Weekend!
Your toiletries kit will be half-packed when you order our Jet Set: a 2 oz lotion, bar soap, and 4 oz candle in Lavender, Coconut Lime/Lemon Verbana, Honey Oatmeal/Ancient Sedona, or Sacred Amber. All for just $15! Grab one for yourself or a travel buddy today. *Discount automatically applied in cart.
Not planning on traveling this weekend? Drop your dream destination below in the comments ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Pack your bags, jet setters ✈️🧳
It’s almost Memorial Day Weekend!
Your toiletries kit will be half-packed when you order our Jet Set: a 2 oz lotion, bar soap, and 4 oz candle in Lavender, Coconut Lime/Lemon Verbana, Honey Oatmeal/Ancient Sedona, or Sacred Amber. All for just $15! Grab one for yourself or a travel buddy today. *Discount automatically applied in cart.
Not planning on traveling this weekend? Drop your dream destination below in the comments ⬇️⬇️⬇️
05/26/2021
Teachers have taught way more than the standard curriculum since the pandemic first began. Teachers have passed on resiliency, care for the common good, creativity, and renewed purpose to students.
Our T(ea) is for Teacher gift box is a heartfelt thank you to someone who has gone above and beyond the call of duty over the past year. For teachers, it's so much more than "just a job." Educating the minds and hearts of our little ones is no easy task and many teachers do it with such grace!
Know a teacher like this in your life? Order them a T(ea) is for Teacher gift box today!
Want to send an extra thank you for the countless, unrecognized tasks teachers do? Add on a Peace & All Good mug (pictured) or a Peace & All Good t-shirt!
Teachers have taught way more than the standard curriculum since the pandemic first began. Teachers have passed on resiliency, care for the common good, creativity, and renewed purpose to students.
Our T(ea) is for Teacher gift box is a heartfelt thank you to someone who has gone above and beyond the call of duty over the past year. For teachers, it's so much more than "just a job." Educating the minds and hearts of our little ones is no easy task and many teachers do it with such grace!
Know a teacher like this in your life? Order them a T(ea) is for Teacher gift box today!
Want to send an extra thank you for the countless, unrecognized tasks teachers do? Add on a Peace & All Good mug (pictured) or a Peace & All Good t-shirt!
05/22/2021
Franciscan Peacemaker products are the gift that keeps on giving! The tantalizing scents are reason enough for our products to be your go-to gifts but the mission behind the product is even more important!
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Did you know that with each purchase of our products you're helping spread peace and all good to survivors of human trafficking? Your purchase helps us: employ survivors of human trafficking at a living wage, provide hundreds of lunches each month, offer hygiene kits to women at our hospitality center, and so much more!
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Five stars indeed!
Franciscan Peacemaker products are the gift that keeps on giving! The tantalizing scents are reason enough for our products to be your go-to gifts but the mission behind the product is even more important!
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Did you know that with each purchase of our products you're helping spread peace and all good to survivors of human trafficking? Your purchase helps us: employ survivors of human trafficking at a living wage, provide hundreds of lunches each month, offer hygiene kits to women at our hospitality center, and so much more!
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Five stars indeed!
05/20/2021
Did you come check out the Franciscan Peacemakers table at the WHNA Night Market? If not, we'll be back on Thursday, June 10 from 4:30-8:00pm!
Can't wait that long? We're setting up shop at the Waukesha Farmers Market this Saturday, May 22 from 8:00am Noon. See you there!!!
☮️👍🏾Peace & All Good
Did you come check out the Franciscan Peacemakers table at the WHNA Night Market? If not, we'll be back on Thursday, June 10 from 4:30-8:00pm!
Can't wait that long? We're setting up shop at the Waukesha Farmers Market this Saturday, May 22 from 8:00am Noon. See you there!!!
☮️👍🏾Peace & All Good
05/18/2021
HATS OFF... 👒🧢🪖👑
...to Cynthia who celebrates 3 years clean today!!!
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What keeps her focused on healing on the hardest days?
DEVOTIONS
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Following her example, we invite you to share in her joy by pausing a moment to thank God for this day and to listen for the voice of wisdom.
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And then, drop an emoji or word of encouragement to Cynthia as she continues on her path toward healing and wholeness!
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HATS OFF... 👒🧢🪖👑
...to Cynthia who celebrates 3 years clean today!!!
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What keeps her focused on healing on the hardest days?
DEVOTIONS
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Following her example, we invite you to share in her joy by pausing a moment to thank God for this day and to listen for the voice of wisdom.
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🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏻🙏🏿
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And then, drop an emoji or word of encouragement to Cynthia as she continues on her path toward healing and wholeness!
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05/17/2021
School year coming to a close? Not sure how to thank a teacher in your life? Look no further... our T(ea) is for Teacher package is here! 📚🍵
Teachers have gone above and beyond to keep students engaged throughout this uncertain and difficult year. Treat a teacher to some of our favorite tea products: one 8 oz Lemongrass Tea Castile Handsoap, one handmade Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Bar Soap, one 8 oz Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Lotion, and an inspirational book mark.
Add on a Peace & All Good t-shirt or mug (back in stock!) to really say "you are a quali-tea educator since you've mul-tea-tasked so much during this past year!"
05/13/2021
See you all tonight!!! 💜🧼🧴✨
TOMORROW!!!!
Are you ready for the first Washington Heights Night Market?
We have a few shopping and safety tips to share because we want the Night Market to be fun and safe for everyone who attends. Thursday's Night Market is from 4PM-8PM (rain or shine).
🚧 Washington Boulevard will be closed between 53rd & 54th Streets from 1:30PM-9:30PM. Please plan alternative driving routes during that time frame.
💳 Make your purchases directly with each vendor using cash or credit card and other various contact-free payment options (varies by vendor).
🛒 Be green and bring your own reusable shopping bag to the market.
😷 Face Masks required for everyone age 3 and older while visiting and attending the market.
🐕🐩 Pets must be leashed and under your control at all times. Please clean up after you pet if you bring one along.
🚗 Free parking on surrounding streets
🚴♀️🛴 Please do not ride your bike, scooter or skateboard through the Night Market area (please walk it through or park your non-motorized vehicle and lock it up by a street sign or light post).
🚽 Please note, bathroom facilities are NOT available at this event.
Get all the details at 👉 Washington Heights Night Market
Address
3333 W Lisbon Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53208
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 14:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 14:30 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 14:30 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 14:30 |
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Mid-week Meditation
Beautiful, Handcrafted Gifts that Support Suvivors in Milwaukee
Jim tells us why he supports Franciscan Peacemakers
Good morning Giving Tuesday!
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Wrapping Up Season 1
preorder and reserve a spot to bless your "Spot" or "Fido" today at www.tinyurl.com/weareblessedrsvp
Peaceful Bubble
Episode 7: Peaceful Bubble Guest: Sara Allison, Plowshare Fair Trade Marketplace and Education for Peace Learn about the “Peaceful Bubble” that Sara Allison and her colleagues are building in Waukesha at the Plowshare Fair Trade Marketplace and Education for Peace - an organization and fair trade store in downtown Waukesha that is building community around the topic of peacemaking - including economic justice and justice for survivors of human trafficking. Plowshare Fair Trade Marketplace Website: https://www.plowshareftm.org/ Address: 219 N Main Street, Waukesha WI Facebook: @plowshareFTM Instagram: @plowshare_ftm Catholic Community of Waukesha - home of Stop Human Trafficking Committee March 2019 event featuring Theresa Flores, courtesy of FCAST Human Trafficking Hotline - report suspected trafficking: National Trafficking Hotline Number - 1-888-373-7888 or Text "info" to 233733 or Wisconsin Information, dial 211 How to build community Bookmark - from Syracuse Cultural Workers and note their Pandemic Version of ‘How to Build Community’ Courtney Martin article: Why are White People Waking Up Now? MKE Black app - find Black Owned Businesses in Milwaukee Find our Retail Partners across 8 states/refer us to your favorite gift shop: https://franciscanpeacemakers.com/pages/find-a-retail-store
Believe Survivors
1.6 - Believe Survivors Meet Dawn Jones and Tamara Re*****on, two “women of valor’’ who worked for decades in law enforcement during the time during and after the first state statutes were put in place to name human s*x trafficking as a crime. Today, though retired from civic duty, they each continue to work for justice for survivors - with empathy, kindness and compassion. Listen and learn what stands in the way of survivors achieving justice - and some tips on how each of us can become advocates for change. Human Trafficking Task Force of Greater Milwaukee - https://city.milwaukee.gov/health/staysafe/HTTFGM Dawn's favorite Christian Music Artist: Lauren Daigle - How Can It Be? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG-_vuw9Ppg Dawn's suggestion is to look for the good, and that her faith helps her to do that. Why do we tend to focus on negative as humans? Read more here: 'Negativity Bias' - https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618 Episode 6 Discount: 20% off Cherry Almond Lotion and Coconut Lime soap, lotion and bath bombs! Use Code: TAMARADAWNPOD at checkout at www.franciscanpeacemakers.com or click on this link: https://franciscanpeacemakers.com/discount/TAMARADAWNPOD
Rehumanizing on the Streets
Mic'd up Deacon Steve hits the streets at end of July 2020 with Cynthia and Shelly for some reflection on what he's seeing and hearing on the streets during the pandemic and the subsequent economic downturn. Learn about dehumanization - and some strategies for re-humanization. Peter Maurin quotation: http://www.easyessays.org/foreword/ Brene Brown on Dehumanization: https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/05/17/dehumanization-for-braving-the-wilderness/ Maternal God Prayer: https://carolpenner.typepad.com/leadinginworship/feminine-images-of-god/ DEACONPOD discount code - 20 % off Lavender Bar Soap through Sept 5, 2020: https://franciscanpeacemakers.com/discount/DEACONPOD?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fcalming-lavender-bar-soap
Advocates Needed Everywhere
1.4 - Advocates Needed Everywhere Meet Wendy Smith and Deb Schneider, Franciscan Peacemakers Board Members who have become advocates in their suburban counties. Wendy is founder of Washington County Anti-Trafficking Advocates and co-owner of Faith & Giggles Gift Shop in Hartford where you can purchase Franciscan Peacemakers products (we receive 100% of proceeds from sales here). Deb is founder of Faith Coalition Against S*x Trafficking (Waukesha County). Both share their tips for keeping youth safe from trafficking and how people of faith can best show up for survivors of s*xual exploitation. Links: Washington County Anti-Trafficking Advocates: https://www.facebook.com/WCAntiTraffickingAdvocates/ Faith & Giggles Gift Shop: https://www.facebook.com/faithandgiggles/ Faith Coalition Against S*x Trafficking: https://www.fcastwaukcty.org/ Human Trafficking Community Awareness One Day Summit - instructions for purchasing access to watch recorded presentations referenced by Deb in the talk (special focus on talks by Emmy Myers and John Pulley) - https://2aa875f6-cbb2-4e32-86a7-de1654865f4e.filesusr.com/ugd/2a54ca_25c4897f877c428cb 0c7f68a4ddb4585.pdf Safe at Home series - Fierce Freedom: http://fiercefreedom.org/safety-at-home/ Buy any 3 candles, get one Lemon Verbena candle free using code from this podcast: https://franciscanpeacemakers.com/discount/DEBWENDYPOD Jesus Calling - “Devotion for Dummies” Wendy uses (buy it at Faith and Giggles!): https://www.jesuscalling.com/author/
Breaking the Ice
Episode 1 = Breaking the Ice with guest Deacon Steve Przedpelski, Executive Director of Franciscan Peacemakers. Listen to hear how soapmaking and soap selling help break the ice on the difficult conversations required for addressing s*x trafficking.
Introducing: Peace and All Good - The Franciscan Peacemakers Podcast! Full episodes each Wednesday starting July 8, 2020!
Still time to order something special for Dad's Day! On-time delivery for orders placed by Wednesday, June 17 (and Wisconsinites, you can even squeak by with an order on the 18th - but why wait). Use code DADDAY for 20% off orders of $60 or more at www.giftsforthejourney.com!
FP staff bless Cynthia on her 2 year anniversary of sobriety and joining Clare Community!
Turn "I Can't" into "I Do"
Have you ever realized your brain tells you "I Can't" but you find a way to do the thing anyway? What did it take to do that? Take 3 min to listen to Cynthia's experience and consider a donation to Franciscan Peacemakers so other women facing addiction and trauma have a chance to challenge their own "I can'ts".
Support the Moms of Franciscan Peacemakers with your Mom's Day Gift
Check out all the wonderful gift options at www.giftsforthejourney.com
Tried the Bath Bombs yet? 🛁 They are a great gift for: 👧🏽🧒🏼👶🏿 kids who need a fun distraction . 😬🤪🥴 stressed out parents . 😷😴😓 tired essential employees . Send a little sunshine today! . . #bathbombs #covid19 #carepakages #easterbasket #naturalbath #socialenterprise #madeinmilwaukee #madewithlove ##madeinwisconsin #supportlocalbusiness #shoplocal #delivery
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Who We Are
Franciscan Peacemakers provides a pathway to a sustainable healthy, safe and productive life for women engaging in prostitution due to trauma, human sex trafficking or drug addiction.
The service approach of Franciscan Peacemakers includes:
(1) Outreach: Hospitality to women engaging in street prostitution
(2) Housing and Healing: Clare Community
(3) Employment: Social Enterprise All-Natural Bath and Body Products
(4) Education: Speaking and Advocacy
Since 1995, Franciscan Peacemakers has been ministering on the streets of Milwaukee reaching out primarily to women engaging in prostitution but also to the homeless and families living in poverty. Bag lunches, personal care items and referrals to agencies able to address the complexity of women's needs given histories of trauma and abuse provided an avenue to build relationships of trust with women.
The reality that most programs serving women lasted only 60-90 days and frequently ended with the relapse of women to the streets, Franciscan Peacemakers was determined to create a better solution. Inspired by the model of Magdalen House in Nashville (now known as Thistle Farms), Franciscan Peacemakers opened Clare Community in 2014 to provide a more concrete, holistic and long-term option for women seeking a pathway to healing.
Clare Community is a 2-year, spiritually based program which provides rent-free housing while women attend full-time to their recovery and healing. These two years of living in community allows for a woman to really transform her life - building skills, confidence and a strong network of support.
Franciscan Peacemakers' Social Enterprise provides employment for the women of Clare Community and other women survivors in the Milwaukee area who are committed to their healing and recovery. Through the production and sale of all-natural, handmade bath and body products, our employees learn skills in manufacturing, packaging, marketing, sales and administration while earning a living wage in a supportive environment. Women survivors sharing their stories of hope and healing is a powerful antidote to the climate of secrecy surrounding human sex trafficking. Through their work and witness, the employees of Franciscan Peacemakers' Social Enterprise are strong advocates for an end to human sex trafficking.
Education and Advocacy is woven into everything Franciscan Peacemakers does - from the logo-wrapped van circling the streets of Milwaukee looking for women in need to the labels on our soaps sold at community events, churches and farmers' markets throughout the Milwaukee area - Franciscan Peacemakers spreads the message throughout Southeastern Wisconsin that a community-wide effort is needed to end human sex trafficking.
The work to end trafficking starts by standing with and for survivors, reminding them and the world of their inherent dignity. The work to end trafficking includes raising awareness of this dignity to those who create the demand for and who benefit financially from the sexual exploitation of women. The work to end trafficking includes the coordinated effort of community members who can recognize the signs, a strong law enforcement effort to bring traffickers to justice and an abundance of support for the healing needed for survivors, physically, mentally and emotionally.
Join us. Your purchases matter. Your donations matter. Your support in word and deed matter.
Contact Us:
Franciscan Peacemakers
3333 W. Lisbon Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53208
414-559-3479
Shop Now: www.giftsforthejourney.com
Nearby government services
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National Black State Troopers Coalition
Post Office Box 252, White Plains -
P. O. Box 24
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The Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce
3020 W Vliet street -
Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin, Inc.
3020 W Vliet St -
Our meetings are at Sacred Heart Center 1545 S. Layton Blvd. (3rd Saturdays April, May, Sept., Oct.) Parking is available in the lot off 27th St. (aka Layton Blvd.)
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Milwaukee Committee for Returning Citizens
2454 W Lisbon Ave -
2506 W Vliet St
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2342 N 27th St
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1441 N 24th St
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Volunteer Milwaukee - A Service of the Nonpro
2819 W Highland Blvd -
YNPN Greater Milwaukee Chapter
PO Box 1276 -
2450 W North Ave
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4620 W North Ave
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The House of Kings and Priests, Inc.
4718 W Garfield Ave
Other Public Services in Milwaukee
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750 N Memorial Dr., Ste. 312 -
435 W North Ave
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2730 N 27th St
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2821 VEL R. PHILLIPS AVE . SUITE 223
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3505 Kiehnew
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2342 N 27th St
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Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee
759 N Milwaukee St. Suite #322 -
209 W Orchard St
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811 W Burleigh St/ POBox 06434
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Volunteer Milwaukee - A Service of the Nonpro
2819 W Highland Blvd
Comments
My daughter buys lotion that has a lovely fresh fragrance and the proceeds helps women who have been exploited and trafficked. This is the website that has other home and gift ideas for a great cause!
These round quartz gemstone beads in beautiful shades a salmon are lovely to look at and feel wonderful in your hand.
The Our Lady of Częstochowa medal centerpiece and simple crucifix complete the design of this traditional, five-decade rosary.
Venerated by Popes for centuries, Our Lady of Częstochowa is the patroness of Poland and many with Polish lineage have a special devotion to the miraculous "Black Madonna."
Whether for yourself or as a gift for someone special in your life, this heirloom quality sacramental is sure to be cherished for decades to come!
Met 2 amazing ladies working the Franciscan Peacemakers stand. They were selling wonderful, handmade products with proceeds going to help and support those victimized by s*x trafficking. I bought a selection of their handmade bar soaps. If you have the chance, please help support this mission!
Deacon Steve Przedpelski, this is the link to Vote for the Franciscan Peacemakers for the Liberator Awards!! Share this with others so you can get more Votes!!
May I say do not underestimate the quality of the products this organization sells. I just purchased a few gift sets from GIFTS FOR THE JOURNEY and I have never been so impressed, the packaging the pricing and the wonderful scents are all truly amazing. This should be everyone's GOTO for the holidays.