Explore Arizona Faith Network’s January Highlights

The Arizona Faith Network (AFN) invites you to join their January lineup of events that inspire faith-based engagement, community connection, and social justice. Whether you’re drawn to meditation, peacemaking, environmental advocacy, or interfaith collaboration, these opportunities provide ways to live out your faith in transformative ways.

Upcoming Events:

AFN Social Justice Commission: Thursday, Jan. 9, 8:30–9:30 AM MST (via Zoom)

Featuring Ashley St. Thomas and Jessica Herbert from the Arizona Food Bank Network, this meeting explores critical issues of food justice in our state. RSVP for Zoom Info.

Cherishing Creation Collaborative (CCC): Tuesday, Jan. 14, 10:00–11:30 AM MST (via Zoom)

Start the year with creation care conversations! CCC meetings are now held on the second Tuesday of each month. RSVP for Zoom Info.

Webinar: Engaged Buddhism and Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery: Wednesday, Jan. 15, 7:00–8:15 PM MST (via Zoom)

Join Sarah Augustine, Executive Director of the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery, and Vasu Bandhu, Buddhist monk, for an interfaith conversation on the ongoing impacts of colonization. This session begins with a guided meditation and includes a Q&A. Register Here.

Peacemaking in Divided Times:

• Tucson: Friday, Jan. 24, 10:00 AM at Prince Chapel AME

• Flagstaff: Sunday, Jan. 26, 6:30 PM (location TBA)

• Phoenix: Tuesday, Jan. 28, 6:30 PM at First Church UCC

Learn from Rev. Dr. Gary Mason, a renowned peacemaker from Belfast, as he shares lessons on reconciliation and conflict transformation. Register Here.

Looking ahead, mark your calendar for Environmental Day at the Capitol on Feb. 12, a chance to meet legislators, connect with advocacy groups, and take meaningful action for creation care.

As Lutherans, we are called to love our neighbors and steward creation. These events offer a chance to reflect, connect, and act on our faith.