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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
July 22, 29, August 5, 12 and 19
Join us TODAY for the fourth session of our 5-week Summer Book Series on
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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Digital Security Workshop 2.0: Protecting Your Congregation & Organization
Thursday, August 27, 12:00 - 1:15 pm MST via Zoom
The Safe
Communities Coalition invites you to an interactive digital security workshop with
Yael
Grauer, a leading digital security expert and Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative tech reporter specializing in privacy, cybersecurity, hacking, digital freedom, and surveillance.
Cyber threats are increasingly targeting nonprofits, faith communities, and community organizations. This practical session will provide actionable strategies to strengthen your organization's online security, including best practices for website and CRM management,
protecting sensitive information, and recognizing and responding to common digital threats.
Whether you're responsible for communications, administration, technology, or organizational leadership, you'll leave with practical tools you can implement immediately to better protect your congregation or organization. Registration is $10 for Safe Communities
Coalition Members or $15 for non-members.
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Lunch & Learn: Interfaith Conversation on Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse
Tuesday, September 1, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (AZ time) on Zoom
Join Arizona Faith Network for a one-hour Lunch & Learn exploring how faith communities can recognize, respond to, and prevent elder abuse, particularly among marginalized populations. Presenters from the
Safe
Havens interfaith partnership will share insights into the unique challenges faced by older survivors in immigrant, LGBTQ+, Indigenous, and communities of color, and offer practical guidance for clergy, lay leaders, and congregations.
Participants will learn how faith leaders can serve as compassionate listeners and trusted referral sources, helping connect vulnerable elders with appropriate support and resources. Bring your lunch and join us for this important conversation on creating safer,
more supportive communities for older adults.
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Election Protection: Poll Chaplains & Peacekeepers Needed
Arizona Faith Network is recruiting volunteers to serve as Poll Chaplains and
Peacekeepers for the November general election as part of our nonpartisan Election Protection program. These faith-rooted volunteers help create safe, welcoming, and peaceful voting environments where every eligible voter can participate with dignity
and respect.
No prior experience is required. Training and support are provided through partnerships with
Election Protection Arizona and Faiths United to Save Democracy. People of all faith traditions and people of goodwill are welcome. Training sessions via Zoom will be offered on multiple dates/times in September and October. See the registration
form below for additional details.
Join us in protecting democracy, promoting peaceful civic participation, and supporting our communities during the election season.
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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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2026 AFN ANNUAL GATHERING
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Registration is now open for the Arizona Faith Network's 2026 Annual Gathering!
On Tuesday, October 20, join faith leaders, community organizers, civic partners, and people of goodwill from across Arizona for a morning of inspiration, relationship-building, and courageous conversation as we explore this year's theme:
From Conflict to Community: Building Courageous Unity in a Time of Division.
In a time marked by polarization, political violence, fear, and growing isolation, people of faith have a unique opportunity to help build bridges, strengthen relationships, and model another way forward. Together, we will explore how faith-rooted leadership
can foster belonging, resilience, and hope in Arizona. We are honored to welcome
Rev.
Dr. Gary Mason as our keynote speaker. An internationally recognized Methodist minister and peacebuilder from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Rev. Dr. Mason has spent decades helping communities navigate conflict, build trust across deep divides,
and advance peace. Click/tap on the link below for more information, registration and sponsorship opportunities!
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Building Bridges: Interfaith and Civic Engagement in Action
Wednesday, August 12, 2:00 - 3:30 pm MST via Zoom
As part of the annual Interfaith
Awareness Week events, a panel will lead a timely and engaging conversation, exploring how people of diverse faiths can work together to strengthen civic participation, engage in meaningful dialogue, and foster greater community connection.
The panelists include:
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Steve Herrera - Deacon, Diocese of San Jose
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Marvin McCrary - Educator and Community Leader
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Vasu Bandhu - Interfaith Manager, Arizona Faith Network
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Todd P. Langton - Executive Director, Agape Silicon Valley
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Understanding Muslim Scholar Titles
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30 - 7:30 pm MST via Zoom
The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona presents Ustadh Yusuf Shah Masud on "Understanding Muslim Scholar Titles." ILM Circles is a 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 for this free event.
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15th Annual 9/11 Multi-Faith Food Drive
Each year, the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona (ISBA) and our community partners come together to transform the commemoration of 9/11 from a day remembered only for tragedy into a day of service, compassion, and unity. The spirit that inspired first responders
and ordinary people to help complete strangers on September 11, 2001, is still alive today. Through ISBA's 15th Annual 9/11 Multi-Faith Food Drive, people of all ages, faiths, and backgrounds unite around a common purpose: helping our neighbors in need.
We're announcing the drive early to give mosques, churches, temples, schools, businesses, community groups, and individuals plenty of time to organize their collections. This year, we are collecting non-perishable food, paper products, and hygiene items to
benefit four local food banks and pantries:
ICNA Relief Mobile Pantry Tempe
Extended Hands Food Bank Fountain Hills
Sahara Food Pantry Gilbert
Arizona Friends of Homeless - Phoenix
Anyone can participate by dropping off items in person, by purchasing items on Amazon Registry, or by making online donations via PayPal. Full details, including a list of suggested food items, drop-off locations, and more are available at the link below.
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Peacemaking Summit
Friday, September 18, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Post
26 N Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
The City of Mesa Community Engagement Team invites you to an inspiring Peacemaking Summit featuring nationally recognized author and speaker
Steven
T. Collis. During this lunch session attendees will gain practical tools to navigate difficult conversations productively, finding common ground, and bridging differences with confidence and compassion. Learn strategies to strengthen peacemaking
efforts and create more connected communities.
Mr. Collis is the acclaimed author of Habits of a Peacemaker, Praying with the Enemy,
Deep Conviction, and The Immortals. He serves as a professor at the University of Texas School of Law and is the founding faculty director of the Bech-Loughlin First Amendment Center and Law & Religion Clinic. Additional details are available
at the registration link, below.
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Christianity) Aug. 15
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Dormition of the Theotokos (Orthodox Christianity) Aug. 15
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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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