On Monday, June 19, 2022, a peace pole was erected on the grounds of the Archdiocese in Milwaukee. Faith leaders from the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee were asked to offer reflections and prayers for world peace. After each person had finished, they took a shovel of dirt and added it at the foot of the pole.

Some of the Interfaith Conference members

This was my prayer for peace:

As people of faith we have come together today to plant a peace pole on the grounds of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. We dedicate it to world peace,
to the safety and wellbeing of all victims of war, discrimination and racism, to all who live in fear of persecution, to those who have experienced homeless and abandonment, who have been forgotten in the world of privilege.

May we arouse the vow to bring about conditions for peace and healing throughout this city, this nation, and the world.

As the wind carries our prayers for Earth and all life, may respect and love light our way. May our hearts be filled with Buddha’s compassion for others and for ourselves. May all beings be free from suffering, enjoy liberation and justice. May the light of Buddha’s awakening illuminate the mind of all beings.

May they attain complete freedom.
May peace increase on Earth.

Please join me in a moment of silence. - Thank you.