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There will be no May 1st meeting for the AFN Social Justice Commission (SJC) or Voting Rights Committee (VRC). Instead, we invite and encourage you to join us in-person for the
Phoenix May Day March & Rally (see info below).
The Cherishing
Creation Committee (CCC) will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 13th at 10:00 am via Zoom.
Click/tap
here to RSVP.
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Heat Season Begins This Week – Here's How You Can Help
☀️ As triple-digit temperatures return, Arizona Faith Network is gearing up to open our Heat Relief Sites across the Valley starting Thursday. These sites provide life-saving hydration, cooling, and care for our neighbors experiencing homelessness or heat vulnerability.
We need your help. From volunteering onsite to donating water, snacks, or sun protection gear, there are many ways to get involved.
💧 Learn more and sign up to volunteer today:
Together, we can make sure no one is left in the heat!
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Phoenix May Day March & Rally
Thursday, May 1, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Meet at Arizona State Capitol, 1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007, then march 1.2 miles to a rally at Sandra Day O’Connor U.S. Courthouse, 401 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Across the country, people are rising up, resisting attacks on working families, immigrant communities, transgender persons, and crucial programs like Medicaid and Social Security. In Arizona we are confronting harmful legislation like the Arizona ICE Act (SB
1164) and other bills that target immigrant communities.
On May Day, join with a diverse community to fight for dignity, justice, and public investment in our lives. Clergy members are invited to join together near the front of the march, to form an interfaith presence. RSVP using the link below.
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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.
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Faith and Science from an Islamic Perspective
Saturday, June 7, 12:00 pm MST via Zoom
Join us for an inspiring online event exploring the relationship between faith and science through the lens of Islamic thought. Kashif Naser will guide us through the rich tradition of inquiry, reason, and spiritual reflection within Islam, highlighting how
scientific discovery and religious belief are not at odds, but deeply interconnected. We will also learn briefly about the holiday of Eid al-Adha.
Whether you're a person of faith, a science enthusiast, or simply curious, this is a space for open conversation, learning, and connection. This program is part of our Faith 101 series.
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Observance of World Labyrinth Day
Saturday, May 3, 10:30 - 12:00 pm
Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery
8502 W Pinchot Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037
Walk as One for Peace...
Whether you are familiar with labyrinths or new to the idea, come take and take steps on a journey toward peace with us. Join us for a time of contemplation, movement, and prayers for peace at a time when many need solace.
All are welcome, all faiths, those seeking faith and those without -- all have a place here. No registration is needed and there is no cost to participate.
World
Labyrinth Day is an annual event sponsored by the Labyrinth Society.
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Strangers in the Land: Biblical and Contemporary Reflections on Climate Migration
Monday, May 5, 5:30 pm MST via Zoom
Rabbi Marc Gitler, a senior Jewish educator with Valley Beit Midrash and the founder of Fast for Feast, and Dr. Amanda Carrico, an environmental psychologist who studies behavioral responses to climate stress with an emphasis on migration, livelihood adaptations,
and household risk management, will be the featured speakers at a webinar presented by Colorado Jewish Climate Action.
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Arizona Civic Champion Dinner
Tuesday, May 6, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Phoenix Country Club
2901 North 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85014
A robust civil society in our state doesn't just happen. In addition to elected officials and civil servants, there are courageous and dedicated Arizonans who are making a difference to increase civic participation and connection within our communities. Join
us for a night of celebration and recognition at the Phoenix Country Club to honor award recipients in the following categories: Nonprofit Impact, Business Leadership, Unsung Hero, Civic Innovator, Faith in Action, and Community Media. Dr. Warren H. Stewart,
Senior Pastor of the First Institutional Baptist Church of Phoenix is the "Faith in Action" honoree.
The event hosts are Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government Arizona. Tickets are $50 and are available at the link below.
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American Democracy Summit
May 14 - 16
Gila River Resort - Wild Horse Pass
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
American
Democracy Summit is the premier nonpartisan event uniting top minds from across the political spectrum to tackle America’s biggest political challenges—gerrymandering, money in politics, election security, and more. The recent threats to
our democracy show no signs of slowing down, this is a unique opportunity to collaborate with others on how best to respond. AFN's Executive Director Rev. Katie Sexton will facilitate one of the panels.
For those interested in attending, Voter
Choice Arizona is offering a special discount code to allow you to attend for 50% off. Choose the "Ticket without org assistance" ticket type and enter the code AZ-LOCAL during registration checkout to get the discount applied.
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10th Anniversary Celebration of Laudato Si'
Thursday, May 22, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
May 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the groundbreaking encyclical by Pope Francis - Laudato Si’: Care for Our Common Home. Pope Francis drew from St. Francis’ deep spiritual connection with creation when crafting his message. This spirituality is expressed
best in his famous poem Canticle of the Creatures, written 800 years ago, where it states that we are brothers and sisters with all of God’s creation.
In the past decade, the Casa community has aimed to foster a deeper respect for creation, promote sustainable habits, and to deepen our commitment to a lifestyle that respects the Creator’s handiwork. We invite all to join the celebration where we will recognize
our community’s past accomplishments and inspire all to continue this work. The event will include a blessing of some new solar panels, a prayer experience, celebratory dinner, presentations, and a call to continue the work of Laudato Si’. Details and registration
are found at the link below.
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Bread for the World Advocacy Summit
Monday, June 9 - Wednesday, June 11
Museum of the Bible - 400 4th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
As we embark on Bread for the World's 50th anniversary, we are excited to announce Bread's 2025 Advocacy Summit. During this year's Summit, we will lift our collective voices on Capitol Hill and celebrate Bread for the World’s 50-year legacy of advocacy to
end hunger.
Participants will:
1. Gain timely knowledge about legislation impacting hunger from industry experts
2. Receive practical advocacy training during focused workshops
3. Connect with Bread advocates from across the country in faith-filled worship sessions
Bread for the World believes that human beings, created in the image of God, should have access to sufficient nutritious food. But one in three people suffer from poor nutrition. One in ten people go to bed hungry each night. It doesn’t have to be this way.
All anti-hunger advocates are welcome. Those who want to celebrate Bread's 50th anniversary among other Bread supporters.
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Pima County Cooling Centers
Pima County is looking to grow its Heat Relief Network, and is asking all possible cooling center locations to submit information so that they can continue planning, ordering, and preparation for the upcoming season. If you're involved with an existing Cooling
Center location or are interested in starting one, please fill out the online form linked below.
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Position: URI North America Regional Coordinator
The United Religions Initiative (URI) is the world’s largest grassroots interfaith network with over 1,200 organizations and thousands of individual members in 113 countries. The North America Regional Coordinator (RC) will serve as a regional member of the
URI Global Staff to work to implement the strategic priorities and guide URI development in the region.
URI is seeking either one full-time staff (40hrs/wk) or two part-time staff (20hrs/wk) for this role. Please apply if you have interest and capacity either in the full-time or part-time opportunity. Further information and application procedure are available
at the link below. The application deadline is Monday, May 5.
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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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