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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 final 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. If you have already signed up, please share this event with others who might benefit.
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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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2026 AFN Annual Gathering Sponsorship Is Now Open!
Sponsoring the 2026 AFN Annual Gathering is a unique opportunity to connect your organization directly with Arizona s diverse interfaith community, nonprofit partners, advocates, and community leaders from across the state.
With sponsorship opportunities from $50 to $1,000+, sponsors can showcase their organization, build new relationships, and demonstrate their commitment to strengthening communities across faiths and differences.
Learn more and become a sponsor at: arizonafaithnetwork.org/gather
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Registration is 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 Global Connections Through Interfaith Dialogue
Last week, Arizona Faith Network was honored to welcome an international delegation through
Global
Ties Arizona for an afternoon of interfaith dialogue, learning, and connection.
AFN leaders shared about Arizona s rich religious diversity and our work to strengthen relationships across faith traditions through
Being Together, Talking Together, and Acting Together. The conversation explored religious freedom, interreligious cooperation, and the important role faith communities can play in building understanding across differences.
Special thanks to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Gerrit and Judy Steenblik for their generous hospitality and for hosting the delegation.
Click
here for a gallery of photos of the event taken by Eric Ledermann, who has donated his services to AFN a number of times. Click on the graphic below to visit his
photography
website, where you'll find samples of his work and the services he can provide.
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Heat Relief Supplies Needed in Tucson
As we continue to cultivate relationships and build resiliency in Tucson, our partners at the
Pima County Heat Network are in need of the following items to help support the Cooling Centers throughout Pima County and we hope you can help by
placing
an order through our donation link.Lip Balms, Sunscreen, Hats, and Electrolytes. Your support our of Beloved Siblings and Parnters is so vital and so appreciated!
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Standing Together: A Forum on Anti-LGBTQIA2S+ Legislation
Saturday, September 12, 2:00 - 3:30pm
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
100 West Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003
On Saturday, September 12, community members will come together to learn, discuss, and take action against anti-trans legislation being pushed by Arizona state legislators. Attendees will learn about the current legislative challenges facing the LGBTQIA2S+
community, with a special emphasis on the impact on the trans community, and leave with concrete ways to engage. This is a nonpartisan educational event, so no campaign activity or fundraising will take place, and it is free and open to the public.
The keynote speaker is Arizona State House Representative Lorena Austin. Lorena is a fifth-generation Arizonan with deep roots in Mesa and has dedicated their life to advocacy and leadership. Currently, they serve on the State House Appropriation and Public
Safety committees, is the ranking member on the International Trade committee, and serves as the Secretary of the Latino Caucus and as a member of the LGBTQ+ Caucus. Rep. Austin is the first nonbinary elected official in the Arizona state government. Following
the keynote, there will be a panel discussion including one n ten, ACLU of Arizona, A.L.L., Shannon Brien, and Rev. Erika von Haaren.
There will be a Community Resource Fair in the Olney Gallery at 1:30pm, and again after the event. Parking for Trinity Cathedral is available in the garage just north of the Cathedral and on surrounding streets.
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Sacred Traditions Facilitator Course
Friday, September 18, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
YWCA Southern Arizona
525 N Bonita Ave, Tucson, AZ 85745
Join us for the Sacred Traditions Facilitator Course, where you'll explore the depths of personal health and spiritual growth. This immersive course, held in the serene surroundings of Tucson, Arizona will help you bring connection, healing, and growth to our
relatives.
Participation in this event is offered at no cost and open to everyone. Additional Information can be found on the registration page.
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Potluck, Popcorn, and Peace Movie Matinee
Saturday, September 19, 12:00 - 3:30 pm
Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 East Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
The Franciscan Renewal Center Peace Ministry welcomes you to celebrate International Peace Day on Saturday, September 19 by attending our Potluck, Popcorn and Peace Movie, We Feed People about the nonprofit
World
Central Kitchen (WCK).
This popular daytime event opens its doors at 12 Noon and concludes at 3:30 pm. The event includes a potluck-shared meal, the movie, and lively table-top and full group discussion. You are invited to bring a potluck food item.
We Feed People is a 2022 American documentary film directed by Ron Howard that chronicles how chef Jos Andr s and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen (WCK) rebuild nations in the wake of disaster, providing food to those affected.
Registration closes on Thurs. SEPT. 17 at 7:00 pm. Fee is $12 and includes the film, popcorn, and additional light refreshments.
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Volunteers for 2027 Episcopal General Convention
The Episcopal Church is having their General Convention in 2027 in Phoenix from June 30 to July 8. This is the triannual legislative assembly for the Episcopal Church, and will take place at the Convention Center. Part of our responsibility as the local diocese
is to ensure that we have enough volunteers to fill the ~800 slots needed (!). Our Volunteer Coordinator, Clyde Kunz, has let us know that we are getting close to where we need to be.... but that it is time to cast the net a little wider. If there are any
local folks in your congregations who like to be helpful, I'd be grateful if you can share the following webpage with them, which is where people can register their interest to serve as a volunteer at General Convention.
The website describes the type of volunteers needed--but I will add that volunteers (before and after their shifts) have access to the Convention site, and can enjoy the Exhibit Hall (which will have interesting vendors from all over the globe), worship, and
just the general excitement of people gathered to do work to enable the Gospel ministry to continue. Those of you who are church nerds and love structure and governance may also enjoy seeing how another denomination does this--and walk away grateful that
you are in your own denomination!
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Mawlid an-Nabi (Islam) - August 25/26
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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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