Upcoming AFN Events: Voting, Justice, and Second Chances
This October, the Arizona Faith Network invites you to engage in faith-driven action. Help voters as a poll monitor for the upcoming election, attend important discussions on peaceful political engagement, or join reentry support and climate justice events in your community. Learn more about these opportunities to live out your faith at Arizona Faith Network’s newsletter.
Poll Monitors Needed for General Election
Please join Election Protection Arizona as a nonpartisan, volunteer poll monitor for the 2024 General Election! As a nonpartisan volunteer poll monitor, you will assist voters on Election Day should they encounter any problems voting. You will make a crucial difference for voters connecting them with trained legal professionals and resources they need to safely and securely cast their ballots.
Sign up to be an EPAZ volunteer at allvoting.org/afn2024
(Zoom-based training dates are on the form)
General Election Important Dates
October 9 - November 1, 2024: In-Person Early Voting
October 25, 2024: Last day to request an early mail-in ballot
October 29, 2024: Last day to mail in your early ballot
November 5, 2024: Election Day
Election Protection (EP) is a national non-partisan coalition with 300+ local, state, and national organizations. More information about EP can be found here.
Elections and Ethics: How Faith Communities Can Promote Peaceful Political Engagement
Thursday, October 17, 9:00 - 10:00 am MST via Zoom
Join United Religions Initiative North America for a one hour Zoom to discuss how interfaith communities can actively work to prevent violence in their localities during and after the election, and promote peaceful political engagement. The discussion will include best practices on this topic from URI Cooperation Circles (including Medina Moore, AFN's Voting Rights Organizer), staff, and trustees, and suggestions for how to counteract the spread of hate speech and disinformation. Come prepared to share your experience or ask questions.
rally 4 reentry
Thursday, October 17, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
TCLR
117 E 2nd St, Casa Grande, AZ 85122
The Former Inmate Restoration Movement (FIRM) is co-hosting this special event. The program will feature stories about the work of faith communities, recovery programs, and civic organizations are doing around on re-entry in Arizona. You will also hear from important voices of those formerly incarcerated and their families/loved ones. Click/tap here for the event flyer with additional details. RSVP at the link below.
Justicia Juntos - A Nature Walk for the Latino and Bilingual Community
Saturday/s bado, October/octubre 26, 8:00 - 10:00 am MST
1001 S. Sentinel Peak Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745
Join us for a fun fall nature walk/celebration at the A Mountain! Bring your family, friends, and fur babies for a guided, totally chill tour with lots of fun activities, prizes, and a raffle! We ll have awesome guests and allies from across the city joining us for a nature celebration for climate justice. Bring your kids! Justicia Juntos!
nete a nosotros para una divertida caminata/celebraci n de oto o en la monta a "A"! Trae a tu familia, amigos y mascotas para un recorrido guiado, relajado y lleno de actividades divertidas, premios y una rifa! Tendremos incre bles invitados y aliados de toda la ciudad uni ndose a nosotros para una celebraci n de la naturaleza por la justicia clim tica. Trae a tus hijos! Justicia Juntos!
Hope Beyond the Walls Conference: "Second Chances Start With Good Health"
Saturday, October 26, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
ASU Memorial Union, Ventana, A, B, C
301 E. Orange Street Tempe Arizona 85281
Join us for a transformative day of dialogue and collaboration with the AZ Village Network, to learn about the "Second Chances Start with Good Health" initiative. This initiative is dedicated to supporting formerly incarcerated individuals as they reenter society with the belief that true second chances begin with comprehensive health care that addresses the physical, mental, and spiritual challenges of reintegration.
This conference will delve into those social determinants of health and policies that create barriers to housing, employment, healthcare and economic-stability for justice-involved individuals and the family members
Registration is open for 2024 AFN Annual Gathering
Monday, December 9, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Registration + Networking Breakfast at 8:30 am, Program at 9 am
Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Hybrid (in-person / live-streamed) Bilingual (Spanish / English)
Join AFN as we build bridges and break barriers at our 2024 Annual Gathering. Be part of a powerful day of connection, learning, and celebration as we gather people of faith from across Arizona. This year s theme, Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers, will focus on Peacemakers in Action, exploring how we can actively cultivate peace and unity in an increasingly divided world. Whether you ve been part of AFN for years or are just connecting with us now, you belong here! Join us in person or online and choose the participation option that best supports your well-being.
We are excited to welcome Rev. Eugene Cho, CEO of Bread for the World, as our keynote speaker. Rev. Cho is a passionate advocate for social justice, and his insights will inspire us to take meaningful action as peacemakers in our communities. Visit the link below for registration and sponsorship opportunities!
NOTE: Due to a schedule conflict, AFN's Monday Meditation will not be held on October 21st.
CLICK/TAP HERE FOR AFN CALENDAR
SAVE THE DATE
ACTION ALERT
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.
CLICK/TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR NAME
PARTNER NEWS & EVENTS
God, Guns, and Sedition: Far-Right Terrorism in America
Thursday, October 24, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm MST via Zoom
God, Guns, and Sedition offers the definitive account of the rise of far-right terrorism in the United States and how to counter it. Leading experts Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware trace the historical trajectory and assess the present-day dangers of this violent extremist movement, along with the harm it poses to U.S. national security. They combine authoritative, nuanced analysis with gripping storytelling and portraits of the leaders behind this violence and their followers. This webinar is hosted by Religions for Peace.
Living like Jesus in a polarized world
Friday, November 1, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
402 West Monroe Street Phoenix, AZ 85003
Join us for a public discussion with John Inazu and friends on how American Christians can better live like Jesus in a time when so many forces are attempting to polarize the church. This engaging gathering will feature a lively panel discussion and a dedicated question and response time. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from Christian leaders and scholars how to live in light of the gospel of Jesus today. This free event is sponsored by The Surge Network, American Values Coalition and the Trinity Forum.
Prayer Vigils for Peace
As a show of Christian Unity and a plea for Peace during the election season, seven Christian denominations in Arizona teamed up for a series of three prayer services. All are invited to attend these services and to promote peace throughout this season. Here's the remaining event:
November 4: Loving Our Neighbor at 12:00 p.m.
Sun City Christian Church
9745 W Palmeras Dr., Sun City, AZ
INTERFAITH HOLIDAYS
The coming week brings the following observances:
Sukkot (Judaism) - Oct. 16-23
Installation of Granth Sahib Ji as Guru (Sikhism) - Oct. 20