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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
Starting TODAY, join us for 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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Bags of Hope: Interfaith Heat Relief Bag Packing Events
Tucson Area:
Sunday, July 26, 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Prince Chapel AME Church
602 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Join Arizona Faith Network for a powerful, hands-on service opportunity as we come together across communities to pack Heat Relief Bags for those most vulnerable to Arizona’s extreme summer temperatures. These interfaith events are open to all who want to help
protect lives and show compassion in action.
Each event will include community-building, light refreshments, and the chance to pack bags that will be distributed through AFN’s network of Heat Relief Sites and outreach partners.
How You Can Help:
🌟 Attend and share the event
🌟 Donate – You can give funds to support supplies by
clicking
here or bring items to one of the events (see RSVP form for a list)
🌟 Ship supplies – Buy and ship directly to us from our
Phoenix
Area Amazon Wish List, our
Tucson
Area Amazon Wish List or contact Katie.Sexton@azfaithnetwork.org for shipping details.
Make a tangible difference this summer. Help pack Bags of Hope and ensure no one is left in the heat. Please RSVP using the link below so that we can keep you updated via email.
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Serving Our Neighbors Safely: Understanding Arizona's Housing Crisis Lunch & Learn Series
Part Two: July 28, 12 pm - 1:15 pm MST via Zoom
Across Arizona, rising housing costs, increasing rents, behavioral health challenges, substance use, and a growing number of people experiencing homelessness are placing new demands on faith communities and nonprofit organizations. Congregations and community
organizations increasingly find themselves responding to complex situations for which they often have little training or clear organizational policies.
Arizona Faith Network and the Safe Communities Coalition invite you to a two-part Lunch & Learn series designed to equip faith leaders, nonprofit professionals, volunteers, and community organizations with both the knowledge and practical tools needed to serve
neighbors experiencing housing insecurity with compassion, dignity, and wisdom.
Part One explores the realities driving Arizona's housing and homelessness crisis through data, lived experience, and frontline perspectives from organizations serving communities every day.
Part Two focuses on practical strategies for creating safe, welcoming, and sustainable ministries, including organizational policies, de-escalation, safety planning, referrals, and real-world scenarios that many congregations and nonprofits encounter.
Together, these sessions will help participants better understand the challenges facing Arizona communities while developing thoughtful approaches that balance hospitality, safety, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
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Back to School Supply Drive for Local Families
Community Distribution Event
Sunday, August 2, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Trinity United Methodist Church
3104 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Join Arizona Faith Network as we collect and distribute new school supplies for children and families served through the Family Heat Relief Center at Trinity United Methodist Church. Many of the families visiting our center are experiencing housing instability
or financial hardship, and your generosity can help students begin the school year with confidence and dignity. Donated items need to be at the church by Saturday, August 1.
Click/tap on the link below for details about what's needed and ways you can participate!
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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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AFN has been recruiting volunteers to serve as Poll Chaplains and Peacekeepers for both the major elections taking place in Arizona during 2026.
Click
on this link or on the photo below to see a a photo gallery of some of the many volunteers who helped make the July 21st Primary Election a safe and peaceful experience for voters!
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American Muslims – Over 250 Years of Contribution
Sunday, July 26, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Islamic Center of the Northeast Valley
12125 E Vía Linda, Scottsdale, AZ 85259
While sharing excerpts from the Great
American Muslim Road Trip, UPF Executive Producer, Jawaad Abdul Rahman, will guide us through this wonderful journey and share the history and contribution of American Muslims. Complimentary refreshments will be provided after the program.
This event is expected to be sold out, so register early.
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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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Help Someone Get a Break on Their Utility Bill This Summer!
Did you know the Power AZ program is aimed at helping moderate-income individuals and families with energy bills? Many families are feeling the pressure of rising costs. Getting a little help with their electricity bill could relieve a lot of stress.
This summer, the state of Arizona has set aside funds to help those “not-so-low income” households by adding a credit to their electricity bill. BUT, they have to apply!
The DES portal will determine eligibility for both Power AZ and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
This program will end soon, so we need your help to get the word out. Share this with your faith community! (download
a flyer here). Funding is only available until Sept. 30.
Click/tap
here to apply at the DES Portal.
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Tisha B'Av (Judaism) - July 22/23
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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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