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Share Your Mutual Aid Resources: Help Build Arizona’s Network of Care
As SNAP benefits are reduced and federal funding disruptions ripple through our communities, many of our neighbors are feeling the strain. In this moment, people of faith and conscience are called to act — to share what we have so that everyone has what they
need.
Arizona Faith Network is creating a Faith
& Mutual Aid Resource Guide to highlight congregations, community organizations, and mutual aid groups offering support across the state — from food and cooling resources to pastoral care and safe gathering spaces.
This guide will be featured on the AFN website to help connect families and individuals with nearby resources and strengthen the web of resilience in our communities. If your congregation or organization offers any form of care or support, please take a few
minutes to add your information here:
Together, we can ensure that no one is left behind — and that our shared compassion continues to light the way for Arizona.
Here are some action & resource links:
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2025 AFN ANNUAL GATHERING
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Don’t Miss It: Celebrate Bridge Builders at the 2025 AFN Annual Gathering
The countdown is on for the Arizona Faith Network 2025 Annual Gathering, United We Rise, happening Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the Baháʼí Faith Community Center in Scottsdale. This is our largest event of the year — and one you won’t want to miss.
This year, we are proud to honor extraordinary leaders who are building bridges across faiths, cultures, and communities.
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Above and Beyond Award: Rev. Towanda NT Connelly
Rev. Connelly is an ordained Elder in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church and serves as the Senior Pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church, Phoenix. She has spent over 25 years in working in social services and caring for people
in need both in Pennsylvania and in Arizona and is a graduate of Palmer Theological Seminary.
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👉 Register now and join us in honoring Towanda and other incredible leaders.
Choose the option (in-person or online) that best supports your well-being, and be part of this transformative day.
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AFN Monday Meditation
Mondays at noon MST via Zoom
Start your week with meditation led by Vasu Bandhu, AFN's Interfaith Manager, and guests.
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Reconciliation Ecology Fall 2025 Workshop Series
Seasonal Annuals – Saturday, November 8, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Trees – Saturday, December 13, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Meet at Santa Cruz River Heritage Project
1580 S Santa Cruz Ln, Tucson AZ 85713
This series allows for skill development while we perform land stewardship and explore the ideas of restoration ecology. Reconciliation ecology focuses on listening to the land and native plants and providing them with support to do what they do best (see last
post for more details). We will be learning about restoration terminology and concepts as well as actually removing some non-native species. Please bring water, a hat, and closed toed shoes. See you in the river!
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The Power of Hello: Situational Awareness Training for Community Gatherings
Monday, November 17, 12:00 - 1:00 pm MST via Zoom
Join the Safe Communities Coalition for a skill building workshop led by Secure Community Network’s Regional Director, David Humble. This workshop will help community and faith leaders recognize, assess, and respond to potential security concerns while maintaining
a welcoming environment. Learn how simple awareness and intentional engagement can enhance safety and connection at community gatherings. Together, let’s create welcoming spaces that are both safe and connected.
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Rising Resilience - One Year Later
Saturday, November 1, 2:00 - 7:00 pm
Mountain Vista Unitarian Universalist Congregation
3235 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ 85741
This event will address how grassroots action can drive lasting, systemic change. The presenters will speak on raising courageous communities for racial, gender, and economic justice. Let's come together as a community to support each other and continue rising
above challenges.
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Position: Bilingual Family Advocate
Pilgrim Rest Foundation, Inc.
1401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85034
Family Advocates assist families with minor/dependent children by creating, providing, and/or coordinating services that meet their specific needs. Using a case management style, Family Advocates function as liaisons between families, the community, and other
family-related services. Family advocates encourage and empower parents to become advocates for their children and family.
For more information, contact Berisha Black, Director of the Community Hub, at
bblack@pilgrimrestphx.org
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The coming week (today through next Tuesday) brings the following observances:
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Reformation Day (Christianity) - Oct. 31
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All Saints' Day (Christianity) - Nov. 1
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All Souls' Day (Christianity) - Nov. 2
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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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