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2024 AFN ANNUAL GATHERING

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Join Us at the Historic Franciscan Renewal Center for the Arizona Faith Network Annual Gathering
Step into the sacred and inspiring setting of the Franciscan Renewal Center, affectionately known as “the Casa,” for this year’s Arizona Faith Network Annual Gathering. Rooted in Franciscan peace, service, and community values, the Casa offers a serene backdrop for reflection, connection, and action.

Since its founding, the Franciscan Renewal Center has been a haven for spiritual growth and service, hosting daily Mass, retreats, and programs that nurture faith, foster healing, and empower change. This legacy makes the Casa the perfect venue for this year’s gathering, themed Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers: Peacemakers in Action. Learn more about this sacred space here.

Be Inspired to Make a Difference
This year, we go beyond the idea of peacekeeping to embrace peacemaking—a bold, active effort to address the root causes of conflict and injustice. Our keynote speaker, Rev. Eugene Cho, President/CEO of Bread for the World, will lead us in exploring this call to action, offering transformative insights on healing our communities and uniting across differences.

Get Involved: Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
Organizations committed to faith-driven community building can sponsor or exhibit at the gathering. Sponsorship offers visibility and engagement with changemakers from across Arizona. Current AFN partners are invited to exhibit for free, providing an opportunity to share your mission with a dedicated audience.

Register Today!
Space is limited, and tickets are going fast. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the Casa’s unique atmosphere while connecting with faith communities from across Arizona. For registration and more details, visit the link below.

Monday, December 9, 2024
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Hybrid (in-person / live-streamed) Bilingual (Spanish / English)

AFN ANNUAL GATHERING INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

AFN NEWS & EVENTS

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AFN Monday Meditation

Mondays at noon MST via Zoom

Start your week with some guided meditation led by Bhikkhu Vasu Bandhu, AFN's Interfaith Manager, and guest leaders. Vasu Bandhu serves the Buddhist community as Bhikkhu (monk) in the Dhammapada Sangha (Zen Buddhism), assisting in the practice and teaching of the principles, ceremonies and rituals.

RSVP FOR ZOOM INFORMATION

ACTION ALERT

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Join people of faith, faith leaders, and faith-based organizations in uniting to protect the sacred lands at the Great Bend of the Gila! This land holds deep cultural, historical, and spiritual significance for Indigenous communities. Sign on to the Interfaith Call to Action to preserve these sacred spaces for future generations. Your voice is crucial in advocating for justice and honoring the sanctity of this land. Sign the letter linked below today and help protect this sacred site.

ADD YOUR NAME

PARTNER NEWS & EVENTS

Urgent Need for Winter Clothing

Do you have winter clothing that is taking up space or no longer fits? Now is the perfect time to give it a new home. Arizona Jews for Justice is holding a Winter Donation Drive and needs blankets, jackets, tops, pants, hats, gloves, and other essential winter items. All items should be gently used, clean, or new. We are accepting all sizes for men and women. For drop-off locations or any questions, email arizonajews4justice@gmail.com.

If you'd like to contribute to this drive but cannot donate in person, we've made it easy for you to participate. Click/tap here for our Amazon Registry, which is curated to provide essential items for the unsheltered community this winter.

6th Annual Turkish Festival

Saturday/Sunday, December 7-8
Sema Foundation HQ Office
325 North Austin Drive #4 Chandler, AZ 85226

The 6th Annual Turkish Festival is now a TWO-DAY event! The Festival is alive with the sights, sounds and aromas of Türkiye. The festival has featured demonstrations of distinctive traditional Turkish crafts, such as paper water marbling (Ebru). The niche tasting experience during the festival includes drinking some specialty Turkish tea or coffee , alongside kebabs, kunafa, gozleme some delicious turkish pastry.

The festival will be an outside event. The festival is open to the public, and the entrance is free.
Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day of fun and festivities. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the rich culture of Turkey!

RSVP TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

INTERFAITH HOLIDAYS

The coming week brings the following observances: 

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Mail: PO Box 60953, Phoenix, AZ 85082-0953

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www.arizonafaithnetwork.org
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November 20, 2024