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People of Peace and Justice

Because only together can we bring compassion-inspired change that promotes the value and dignity of all people.

Who Are We?

We are a faith-based, grassroots, nonpartisan organization that welcomes everyone who seeks to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God and others while promoting policies that foster equity, diversity, and inclusion—affirming the value and dignity of all. PP&J is a result of my personal journey of awakening to systemic injustice over the past decade. 

  • Nonviolence
    As free speech faces threats, divisive rhetoric is exposed, and troops are deployed, we who gather in protest must stay committed to being a nonviolent presence. Resist the temptation of violence both outwardly and inwardly. The way of nonviolence isn’t easy, but it is essential. It is a powerful tool of persuasion. Our nonviolent, de-escalating presence has a transformative power that helps blind eyes see, closed minds open, and new understanding grow.  Jesus exemplifies this willingness to suffer, not for the sake of suffering, but as an expression of love and the deep understanding that violence only produces more violence.… Read more: Nonviolence
  • Together
    As I reflect on all the chaos happening, I feel overwhelmed. When I realize that millions of people don’t see what I see, don’t feel what I feel—whether it’s due process being ignored, people being snatched off the street while going to court, work, or school, or when safety net programs like SNAP, Medicaid, and USAID are gutted or cut, or when federal watchdog departments are eliminated, or when Congress is bypassed and the country is governed by executive orders (many unlawful), or when the Supreme Court allows profiling…I just want to numb myself with Netflix, food,…and escape. This is… Read more: Together
  • Welcome!
    Thank you for visiting the PP&J website. This is a work in progress. We are working to create a site that highlights what we believe are necessary reforms for the city of Oceanside and seek your help as desires and plans become actions. Please feel free to contact us with your thoughts on reforms, any questions, or suggestions you may have. This is a collective effort, not just an individual one. As one who believes in the power of our God of the fish and loaves, multiplying our meager offerings, and our call to be Salt & Light, I found… Read more: Welcome!