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.

The clock is ticking down to the 2023 Annual Gathering, themed "Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers," scheduled for October 24, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Whether you choose to attend in person at the Phoenix Center for the Arts or join the camaraderie via Zoom, this event promises an enriching experience designed to unify people from diverse faith backgrounds.

With only two weeks left until this transformative event and registration closing in one week, the urgency to secure your spot is real. The Annual Gathering isn't just a meeting; it's a harmonious celebration of faith, art, and culture, underscored by a shared commitment to interreligious understanding and cooperation.

This year's gathering features a stellar lineup of artists, musicians, and speakers, each poised to enlighten, inspire, and entertain. Keynote speaker Tahil Sharma, an activist deeply rooted in his Hindu and Sikh heritage, will set the stage for the event. Musical renditions will resonate, with performances from Cantor Todd Herzog of Temple Solel and the spiritual Palmer Saufkie, representing the Hopi and Akimel O’odham tribes, among others.

Art and melody merge with Francisco “Enuf” Garcia's live painting and the poignant strings of violinist Marlene Thompson. Voices of faith, including Bishop Jennifer A. Reddall and Rev. Gerald Richard III, Esq., will impart wisdom, while Bhikku Vasu Bandhu brings insights from his journey as a Zen Buddhist Monk.

Moreover, a special welcome from Gov. Katie Hobbs underscores the event's significance, highlighting its role in fostering unity and understanding across different faiths and communities.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant, interfaith dialogue, and experience. Register now and mark your calendar for an unforgettable gathering of unity in diversity!