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Last weekend, AFN and Coraz n
Arizona organized "WE WILL NOT BE SILENT," an interfaith vigil and call to action for people of faith to stand together in solidarity against the violence and injustice of ICE. Hundreds of people joined together on Sunday outside the ICE
Phoenix Field Office. gathering in prayer, song, and witness for human dignity and justice. On Monday, AFN participated in the monthly 4th Monday peaceful vigil organized by the Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition at the ICE Tucson Field Office.
Below are some photos from both the Phoenix and Tucson vigils (Phoenix photos are courtesy of
Eric
Lederman). In response to the increase in enforcement activities by ICE and other agencies in Arizona, we're also collaborating with Coraz n Arizona on non-violent prophetic witness training and a ReHumanization Project (see below for details
and links).
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Non-Violent Prophetic Witness Virtual Training
Wednesday, January 28, 6:00 - 7:30 pm MST via Zoom
This overview session is meant to support participants with the principles and practical tools of Non-Violent Prophetic Witness. This does not replace in-person training but it allows us to gather together throughout the state without location barriers for
this rapid training ramp up. The training will be offered in both English and Spanish.
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Join the ReHumanization Project
The ReHumanization Project is a statewide, faith-rooted effort organized by
Arizona Faith Network & Coraz n
AZ to protect human dignity, strengthen community safety, and bear public witness to the sacred worth of every person. At the same time, unjust and immoral immigration policies continue to separate families, criminalize asylum, and place
already-vulnerable communities in constant fear and harm.
We invite clergy and faith leaders across Arizona to join this shared work of unity, nonviolence, and moral courage. Sign up using the link below and you will receive updates about Faithful Witness Gatherings, monthly trainings, public vigils, action opportunities,
and ways to participate locally and statewide.
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AFN Monday Meditation
Mondays at noon MST via Zoom
Start your week with meditation led by Vasu Bandhu, AFN's Interfaith Manager, and guests.
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Environmental Day at the Capitol 2026
Wednesday, February 11, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Join with the Sierra Club, Chispa Arizona, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection, AZ Youth Climate Coalition, AFN and many other groups for the annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. Meet with your legislators, hear from great speakers, and connect with
others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. RSVP so we have enough materials, can put you in a team for legislative meetings, and can plan for food. This year's theme is "People Power for the Planet!"
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Greater Phoenix Sacred Space Event: Valley Unitarian Universalist
Sunday, February 22, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
Valley Unitarian Universalist
6400 W Del Rio St, Chandler, AZ 85226
Please join the first stop in our interreligious exploration of sacred spaces in the greater Phoenix area. This will be the first in a series of three visits to different sacred spaces this Winter and Spring. In this visit to Valley Unitarian Universalist,
Unitarian Universalism originated from the merger of two different Protestant denominations, Unitarianism and Universalism, in 1961, and Valley Unitarian Universalist (VUU) was born just two years later. VUU is an open and affirming community that proclaims:
Love is our doctrine; Service is our prayer; Justice is our calling. Please RSVP using the link below.
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Interfaith Book Group: God's Bridge Over a Broken World
Wednesdays, March 11 - April 1, 6:00 - 7:00 pm MST
Foothills Christian Church
3951 W Happy Valley Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310
Hybrid: both in-person and via Zoom
Join AFN for a transformative four-part study series as we explore the "unified story of monotheism". Inspired by Keith H. Adkins memoir, this series seeks to move beyond mere tolerance toward deep understanding. We will examine how the foundational scriptures
of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam support a bridge that unites us across a broken world.
Each session features guest speakers from the featured tradition and facilitated interfaith dialogue to foster connection and mutual respect. More details about the sessions appear on the registration form linked below.
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Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, the Sacred Land Repair Network, Flagstaff Friends Monthly Meeting, Flagstaff Federated, and Arizona Faith Network in partnership with Toward Right Relation with Native Peoples and
Friends Peace Teams invites you to join them in a participatory workshop.
Saturday, March 28, 1:00-3:00 pm
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
423 N. Beaver St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Free event, donations appreciated. Registration opens February 1. For more information, contact sacredlandall@gmail.com.
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The Intersection of Domestic Violence and Sex-Trafficking Webinar
Thursday, January 29, 10:00 - 11:30 am MST via Zoom
This training explores the complex overlap between domestic violence and sex-trafficking, emphasizing how coercion, power, and control operate across both forms of abuse. Participants will learn to recognize shared and distinct indicators, understand how traffickers
and abusive partners exploit vulnerabilities, and identify trauma-informed strategies to support survivors safely and ethically. This training is sponsored by the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence.
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Youth Interfaith Iftar
Monday, February 2, 4:45 - 8:00 pm
Islamic Center of the North East Valley
12125 E Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ 85259
The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona invites teens of many faiths to come together in peace to learn about each other to build communities of mutual respect The Interfaith Iftar will feature a teen-led program will include games and Q&A from a panel of local
community leaders.
The event is open to all Muslim teenagers in 7th to 12th grade and teen members of interfaith partner organizations bringing youth delegations (limit of 2 adults per partner organization, Included are youth aged 12 - 18 years old and/or 7th through 12th graders
as long as you are in either of those ranges, it works). The meal will be vegetarian to accommodate most religious dietary restrictions. Advance registration is required.
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Arizona Abuse in Later Life: Safe Havens Faith-Based Training
Thursday, February 19, 1:30 - 3:30 pm MST via Zoom
Safe Havens Interfaith Partnership Against Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse will be facilitating a second training specifically for faith-based communities. In this training, Safe Havens will address: spiritual abuse, faith leader role suggestions,
skills on how to respond, and outreach and connecting basics.
The Arizona Abuse in Later Life project funds these trainings through a grant from the United States Department of Justice,
Office
of Violence Against Women (OVW). OVW provides federal leadership in developing the nation's capacity to reduce violence against women and administer justice for and strengthen services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual
assault, and stalking. There is no cost to the training participant.
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5 Day Silent Directed Retreats at Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery
March 8-12, 2026 or October 25-30, 2026
Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery is offering you the opportunity to come, to pray, to listen and to reflect with a spiritual director to guide you along the way. Your spiritual director is a companion on your journey toward seeking God; sharing your faith with
another and to pause long enough to see how God has been and is present in your life and to listen to how God continues to invite you to a deeper relationship. The retreats are open to men and women. English and Spanish-Speaking Spiritual Directors are available.
When: Sunday, 4 pm to Friday at 6 pm.
Where: Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery, 8502 W Pinchot Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Included: Private room, all meals, and one hour daily spiritual direction
Fee: $500.00; Non-Refundable deposit of $150.00 at time of registration. (Scholarships available)
For more information or to register, contact: srlinda98@gmail.com
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Volunteers are urgently needed across the state!
Once the holidays are over, food banks and pantries in every corner of Arizona struggle to find enough volunteers. Hunger is a year-round issue. Make a habit of volunteering!
Refer to the map of Arizona to see which food bank serves your area, or head to
our
map of the whole Network to find the nearest pantry.
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Tu BiShvat (Judaism) - Feb. 1/2
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Mid-Sha'ban (Islam) - Feb. 2/3
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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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