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All are welcome to join 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.
AFN Social Justice Commission, Thursday, November 5, 8:30 - 9:45 am MST via Zoom -
RSVP
for Zoom information
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Follow-up and debriefing on midterm election activities
AFN Faithful Voter AZ (Voting Rights) Committee, Thursday, November 5, 2:00 - 3:00 pm MST via Zoom -
RSVP
for Zoom information
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highlights from peacekeepers at the polls for the midterm election, including sharing of the volunteer experience by several peacekeepers
AFN Cherishing Creation Collaborative, Tuesday, November 10, 10:00 - 11:30 am MST via Zoom -
RSVP
for Zoom information
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On Election Day, our Poll Chaplains and Peacekeepers showed up STRONG across Arizona! Faith leaders and other volunteers stepped up to help ensure our polling places remained peaceful, safe, and welcoming for every voter.
We are so grateful for everyone giving their time, energy, and heart to this important work! Democracy is stronger when we show up for one another.
Click/tap
here for a PBS News Hour feature video about our Election Protection efforts.
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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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Interfaith Diwali Celebration
Thursday, November 5, 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Mesa Community College
Social Cultural Science (SC) Building, Room SC-11E
1833 West Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202
Diwali is a holiday shared by various Indian religions with diverse expressions and stories. At this event, we will have the Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Brahma Kumaris perspectives represented. Many of us are going to Guru Palace in Mesa for lunch after the event,
which is co-hosted by AZIFM and AFN.
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Building Peace One Encounter at a Time
Monday, November 16, 7:00 - 8:30 pm MST
Temple Solel
6805 E McDonald Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
What does peacebuilding look like when it begins not in political negotiations, but in encounters between ordinary people? Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Interfaith Encounter Association offers an answer through Yehuda and Abier s shared story. They show
how faith-centered encounter and personal connection can overcome suspicion, build trust and sustain hope. Their unique approach involves no mention of politics or the current conflict, but rather focuses on religion and relationships.
The event will be hybrid (also available online) and registration is free.
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Walk4Unity 2026
Saturday, December 12, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm MST
Chandler Community Center
125 E Commonwealth Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225
Come enjoy Walk4Unity on United Nations Human Rights Day to celebrate diversity and promote unity among all people! This year's event includes a community book and food drive!
Register for FREE at the link below and join us for a mile walk in unity, followed by live music, food, performances, FREE books, food drive, and community! You can sign up either to walk or help with the event.
In addition to walkers and volunteers, the organizers are looking for people to donate nonperishable food items and gentle used books, especially children s books. They will be able to receive these at the event but it is a lot easier to collect them ahead
of time, so they're to hoping to connect with organizations that might be willing to host a drop-off location. If your organization is able to do that, please email AFN at contactus@azfaithnetwork.org and we'll pass that along.
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Learning Psalms with my Christian Mother: An Interfaith Conversation with Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz
Wednesday, December 16, 6:30 - 8:00 pm MST (Arizona time) via Zoom
Join AFN and Rabbi
Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz for a thoughtful conversation on his book,
Psalms Between Us: A Rabbi and His Christian Mother on Faith, Love, and Loss, a deeply personal reflection on studying the Psalms with his evangelical Christian mother through illness, grief, and mourning. The book explores how sacred texts can
build bridges across theological differences and strengthen relationships rooted in love, respect, and shared spiritual practice.
Drawing from both Jewish and Christian traditions, Rabbi Shmuly will share insights on interfaith understanding, family relationships, caregiving, loss, resilience, and the enduring power of the Psalms to accompany us through life's most meaningful moments.
The conversation will offer valuable perspectives for people of all faith backgrounds, including clergy, caregivers, interfaith families, and spiritual seekers.
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ICYMI: VOTE IS SACRED BUS TOUR
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In Case You Missed It:
Thank you to everyone who joined us for nonpartisan celebrations of the vote as the
Vote Is Sacred Bus Tour made three stops in Arizona. AFN, Interfaith Alliance, Faiths United to Save Democracy, Party at the Polls, and community partners collaborated successfully at Tour stops in Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff.
Each gathering included an interfaith Prayer Vigil for Democracy, bringing together faith and community leaders for prayer and reflection for a peaceful election season, the safety of voters and election workers, and the strength of our democracy.
Interfaith Alliance live streamed the Arizona events to Facebook, so visit the following links to watch the wonderful speakers:
Click/tap
here (or on the image below) for an azcentral photo gallery of the Phoenix event, which includes some photos from Eric Lederman, who frequently donates his photographic talents to AFN.
Click/tap
here for an Arizona Republic story about the Vote is Sacred Bus Tour.
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Free "Healing of Memories" Workshop for Veterans
November 20-22
Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center
7415 E Elbow Bend, Carefree, AZ 85377
Announcing an in-person Healing of Memories Workshop for All Veterans. The workshop will provide the participants with a safe experiential and interactive way to address anger, loss, grief, and guilt. The workshop is free of charge to any service member or
veteran, including all meals and two nights lodging. It begins with dinner at 6pm on Friday, November 20 and ends at 1pm on Sunday, November 22. Transportation will be provided to those in the Phoenix area who need it.
Any service member or veteran who is interested in the workshop may find out more information or register free for the workshop by contacting Mike Wold, US Navy Veteran and workshop coordinator, at 651-687-9767. More information is available at the link below.
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Diwali (Multiple Faiths) - Nov. 8 (and surrounding days)
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Birth of the B b (Bah ) - Nov. 9/10
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Former AFN Board member Eric Ledermann donates his photographic talents to AFN. 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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Please consider making a tax-deductible gift to AFN today! Your partnership makes our Arizona community thrive.
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