Posts tagged Arizona Faith Network
Warmth on a Journey: AFN's Coat Drive for Asylum Seekers

Click here to readArizona Faith Network's latest newsletter for enriching events and vital community updates. Engage in serene Monday Meditation, become informed during the National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, and connect at the ASU Interfaith Social. Participate in crucial meetings and the unique Art Auction supporting incarcerated artists. Plus, learn about the AZ Nonprofit Security Grant Program and contribute to the winter coat drive for asylum seekers. Embrace religious diversity with Diwali celebrations and more.

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St. John's Lutheran in Glendale featured at Arizona Faith Network Gathering

At the 2023 Arizona Faith Network Annual Gathering held on 10/24/2023, Pastor Peter Perry and St. John's Lutheran in Glendale was one of the ministries highlighted by Arizona Faith Network in their Heat Respite campaign sharing the work they did this summer. We share the program spotlight video in this post.

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Uniting Faiths, Breaking Barriers: Arizona Faith Network's Eventful Week Ahead

Dive into unity and action with the Arizona Faith Network's latest newsletter, highlighting crucial interfaith events, from their barrier-breaking Annual Gathering to opportunities for advocacy and spiritual growth. Join community efforts in meditation, social justice book discussions, and awareness walks, all detailed in AFN’s call to communal engagement.

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2023 Arizona Faith Network Annual Gathering: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers

Join a celebration of unity at AFN’s 2023 Annual Gathering, "Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers," on October 24, 2023! With a stellar lineup of artists, musicians, and speakers from diverse faiths, this event promises inspiration and interfaith dialogue. Register today and be part of this transformative experience.

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October with AFN: A Journey of Faith and Unity

This October, the Arizona Faith Network is hosting a series of events centered on interfaith dialogue and unity. From their Annual Gathering promoting bridge-building between faiths to discussions on pressing social issues like the death penalty, AFN is fostering community, dialogue, and understanding. Read more in their weekly newsletter.

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Building Bridges of Faith: Upcoming Events from Arizona Faith Network

Join Arizona Faith Network’s upcoming events for profound insights on spirituality, justice, and societal unity. Engage in empowering discussions, experience enriching music and art from various faith traditions, and help in building a compassionate and equitable world. Read more in their weekly newsletter.

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AFN's August Offering: Bridging Communities, Fostering Understanding

The Arizona Faith Network's August events bring opportunities to connect, learn, and make a difference. From social justice meetings to enlightening sessions on religious nationalism and faith practices, there's something for everyone. We also highlight our efforts to combat extreme heat, showcasing the importance of collective action. Discover more about their events and how you can participate in their latest newsletter.

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Volunteer with Arizona Faith Network's Heat Relief Initiative

Arizona Faith Network’s 2023 Heat Relief Initiative is now operating in "high gear" in the Phoenix metropolitan area. As you might imagine, we're seeing a lot of people in the cooling centers.

They have a specific need for some volunteers to help out at First Church UCC Phoenix (1407 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004) during weekday afternoons from 12:00 - 5:00 pm. If you can volunteer, email ContactUs@azfaithnetwork.org.

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2023 Heat Relief Initiative and Extreme Heat Webinar

Did you know that over 1,000 Arizonans have died in the past two years due to heat-related and heat-caused illnesses?

Arizona Faith Network has launched the 2023 Heat Relief Initiative to help establish faith-based hydration, cooling, and heat relief respite centers throughout the Phoenix Valley. Their web page offers many options for organizations and individuals to be involved. Multiple job openings are available for Heat Respite Site Lead and Heat Respite Site Assistant.

AFN is also holding an Extreme Heat Webinar, Tuesday, 4/25/2023, noon-1pm MST/PDT, via Zoom. Register for the webinar here.

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Arizona Faith Network's February 2023 newsletter

The Arizona Faith Network’s February, 2023 newsletter is available online, featuring Black History Month and AFN's Stone of Hope web page; meeting schedules; a Simplicity and Interfaith Gathering; Environmental Day at the Capitol; Black History Month Film Festival; Faith Rooted Advocacy Leadership Series; Human Trafficking Awareness Webinar; the Connection to Nature Interfaith Family Event; and much more.

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Interfaith Winter Night

The Rt. Rev. Jennifer A. Reddall, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona, invites us to an Interfaith Winter Night. Trinity Cathedral is hosting the Arizona Faith Network’s “Interfaith Winter Night” of prayer, song, and reflection: Monday, December 12th, 6:30 pm, 100 West Roosevelt Street, Phoenix Arizona 85003.

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2022 Cruzando Fronteras synod assembly report

Cruzando Fronteras shares a letter from Annette Chavez for their synod assembly report. View as PDF or read in this post.

“Cruzando Fronteras is an ecumenical ministry effort which includes the financial and organizational support of the ELCA Lutheran Church, the Episcopal Church, and the United Church of Christ. In addition the Methodist Church offers legal aid through the Arizona Justice for our Neighbor Ministry. This is very important as it gives those that are seeking asylum a chance to develop their case.”

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