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A Reflection by Riley Weber

The organization Christians for Peace in El Salvador, or CRISPAZ, hosted me and ten other University of Dayton students for one week in January, 2015. Throughout this week my peers and I experienced the daily routines of those living in the fast-paced atmosphere of San Salvador, the capital city of El Salvador, as well as the town of San Jose Los Flores, a small agricultural village with dirt roads and one large church at the center. I had anticipated that my time in El Salvador would be a life-changing experience, but I had no idea that these eight days would change my perspective on faith, service, and international relations.

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Sister Elizabeth (Betty)’s Obituary 1935 – 2026 (2020 CRISPAZ Peace Award honoree)

Sister of Mercy Elizabeth (Betty) Campbell, known for her lifelong insistence on and advocacy for the dignity and human

Honoring Sr. Ana María Pineda, R.S.M. The 2025 Peter Hinde CRISPAZ Peace Award

Celebrating an inspiring evening! Watch the highlights from the ceremony where we honored Sister Ana María Pineda with the

Sr. Ana Maria Pineda, R.SM. reflects on receiving the 2025 Peter Hinde CRISPAZ Award

Sr. Ana Maria Pineda RSM 2025 Peter Hinde CRISPAZ Peace Award honoree. Sr. Ana María Pineda reflects on her
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