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All are welcome at the following AFN commission and/or committee meetings. They are held online via Zoom, and you can RSVP using the links below. All times are MST. Note that due to a schedule conflict, the Faithful Voter AZ meeting will occur a week later
than usual.
AFN Social Justice Commission, Thursday, May 7, 8:30 - 9:30 am MST via Zoom -
RSVP
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This week s Social Justice Commission meeting will feature reflections from attendees of the recent The Carter Center trip to Belfast, exploring lessons on political polarization, violence, and the path to peace from the Irish conflict. Together, we will consider
how these dynamics show up in the United States and the role faith leaders can play in building a more peaceful future.
AFN Cherishing Creation Collaborative, Tuesday, May 12, 10:00 - 11:30 am MST via Zoom -
RSVP
for Zoom information
AFN Faithful Voter AZ (Voting Rights) Committee, Thursday, May 14, 2:00 - 3:00 pm MST via Zoom -
RSVP
for Zoom information
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AFN Monday Meditation
Mondays at noon MST via Zoom
Start your week with meditation led by Bandhu, AFN's Interfaith Manager, and guests.
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Prophetic Witness Campaign: Media Training
Part II: Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 - 8:00 pm MST via Zoom
Coraz n AZ and Arizona Faith Network's Prophetic
Witness Campaign demands a voice, not just a message. Join Coraz n AZ, AFN, and Hey Joe Media for a two-part media training. During the two parts, we ll learn how to turn advocacy into a clear, compelling media strategy.
Session One: We ll learn how to understand the media landscape and how media outlets work; craft your core message through the development of media spine and talking points; and we ll participate in mock interview observation and storytelling practice.
Session Two: We ll have time to practice and receive real-time feedback that includes message refinement and learn audience-specific guidance. Finally, we ll learn how to build trust with the media and know your legal/ethical boundaries.
While a commitment to Parts I & II are preferred, it is not required. To help with the costs of the training, you'll have the opportunity to make a donation when registering at the link below.
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From Inside the House: Managing Internal Security Threats
Wednesday, May 27, 12:00 - 1:15 MST via Zoom
Join the Safe
Communities Coalition as it hosts FBI Special Agent Dan Johnson to discuss how to manage internal security threats. This webinar will enhance threat awareness and reduce risks for internal threats within organizations. This workshop will
help community and faith leaders recognize, assess, and respond to potential security concerns that stem from internal parties.
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What it Takes to Heal: How Transforming Ourselves Can Change the World
Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm MST via Zoom
May 27th, June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, and June 24th
Join us for our 5-week Summer Book Series: What it Takes to Heal: How Transforming Ourselves Can Change the World . We ll be exploring multi-faith embodiment practices and rituals from local experts and through conversations and practices, this study will
help us embrace the principles of embodiment, understand the beliefs that inform them and how we move towards a future in which healing is done in community.
This book is an invitation to help us explore our bodies, minds, and souls so we can develop the interpersonal skills necessary to break down the doors of disconnection and take the necessary risks to reshape our world toward justice.
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Interfaith Dialogue: Shared Values in American Scripture
Thursday, May 28, 5:00 - 6:00 pm MST via Zoom
(Note: this session was originally scheduled for May 21, but has been moved to May 28)
Join AFN for a series of four monthly online gatherings followed by an interfaith prayer vigil as we mark 250 years of the American experiment. Drawing on the
faith250 framework,
we will gather to reflect on texts that have shaped our history, from the call of the
New Colossus, to the promise of the Declaration of Independence and more. We will hear from diverse guest speakers and together, we will seek divine guidance to move beyond polarization and toward a future where "liberty and justice
for all" is a lived reality for every neighbor.
These conversations will also acknowledge the complex and unfinished nature of the American story. For many, the ideals of liberty and equality have been sources of hope and belonging; for others, the nation s history carries deep wounds connected to colonization,
slavery, exclusion, and broken promises. In this series, we hold these realities together with honesty and humility, recognizing that living within the identity of the United States means wrestling with both its aspirations and its contradictions.
Register using the link below to receive Zoom information and occasional updates about the series. You may participate in as many of the five sessions as your schedule allows.
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ARIZONA NONPROFIT SECURITY GRANTS
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FY 2026/2027 STATE OF ARIZONA Nonprofit Security Grant Program (AZ-NSGP)
The FY2026/2027 State of Arizona Nonprofit Security Grant Program (AZ-NSGP) is established to provide funding to eligible nonprofit organizations that are at greatest risk of a terrorist attack or at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of the nonprofit s
ideology, beliefs or mission for target hardening and other security enhancements and activities.
The Arizona Department of Homeland Security will conduct two FY 2026/2027 STATE OF ARIZONA NSGP Grant Information Webinars (Thursday, May 7 and Tuesday, May 12). If your organization is eligible and plans to apply for the FY 2026/2027 State of Arizona NSGP,
you are encouraged to attend one of the webinars.
The State of Arizona NSGP Application Deadline is Friday, June 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Full information and application form are at
https://azdohs.gov/az-nsgp
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Sikhs - Beliefs and Traditions
Monday, May 18, 6:30 - 7:30 pm MST via Zoom
The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona presents our May ILM Circles Discussion on Sikhs - Beliefs and Traditions with guest presenter Dr. Jaswant Sachdev. ILM Circles is a free monthly learning workshop presented by local scholars, leaders, and community members.
ILM stands for Intentional Learning for Mutual respect. "Ilm" in Arabic, means knowledge. Register at the link below.
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Supporting Eric Ledermann as a "People's Artist"
Many of you know that Eric Ledermann, a former Board Member of AFN, has transitioned from full-time church ministry to full-time photography. He has graciously donated his photographic services to AFN and other organizations on multiple occasions, and
some of his recent event photos have been picked up by publications.
Eric
O. Ledermann Photography has been entered into "The People's Artist" competition, with voting running now through Thursday, May 14th at 7PM PDT. Single votes are free, but you can "buy more votes" with optional donations to
The
Art of Elysium. Winners of the competition will be featured in
Artforum Magazine, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon. We hope that you'll visit the link below (you can vote every 24 hours) and support Eric!
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Please consider making a tax-deductible gift to AFN today! Your partnership makes our Arizona community thrive.
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