August Events Across Arizona’s Interfaith Network

This August, the Arizona Faith Network (AFN) offers a full calendar of interfaith opportunities for prayer, dialogue, and faithful action. As ELCA Lutherans committed to accompaniment, justice, and creation care, these events align deeply with our calling to serve the neighbor and uplift the vulnerable. 👉 arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter

Commission and Committee Gatherings

All are welcome at AFN’s virtual meetings:

  • Social Justice Commission: Thursday, August 7, 8:30–9:30 am, featuring Bob Feinman of Humane Borders.

  • Cherishing Creation Collaborative: Tuesday, August 12, 10:00–11:30 am.

Weekly Meditation

AFN Monday Meditations continue each week at noon, led by Bhikkhu Vasu Bandhu and guests. A time to root the week in peace and presence.

Featured Programs

  • Interfaith Awareness Week: Thursday, August 14, 4:00–5:30 pm — Learn more about AFN’s interfaith work during this global week of connection.

  • Faith and Science from an Islamic Perspective (Part 2): Saturday, August 16, 12:00 pm — Explore the harmony of science and spirit through Islamic wisdom.

  • Interfaith Book Group – The Tears of Things by Richard Rohr: Wednesdays, August 20–Sept 17, 6:30–8:00 pm — A 5-week interfaith study rooted in prophetic justice and healing.

Partner Highlights

  • ELCA Churchwide Assembly Candlelight Vigil: Wednesday, July 30, 9:00 pm at Peace Park, Phoenix. Join us as we lift up the dignity of all people, especially migrants and refugees, during the ELCA’s triennial assembly.

  • Youth Voices: Arizona’s Extreme Heat: Sunday, August 3, 1:00–3:00 pm at Shepherd of the Hills UCC — Build heat relief kits and elevate youth climate voices.

  • Future of Faith: Young Interfaith Leaders Speak: Thursday, July 31, 9:00 am on Zoom — Hear global youth leaders reflect on faith, justice, and hope.

Golden Rule Awards Celebration

Save the date: Thursday, September 4, 5:00–9:00 pm at the Tempe Center for the Arts. Celebrate Arizona’s interfaith champions. Early bird pricing ends July 31!

Voter Engagement and Faith Formation

  • Voter Registration Training: Monday, August 11, 2:00 pm via Zoom — Get equipped to help your community vote in 2025.

  • Faith Formation Survey: Take a 15-minute survey from Wesley Theological Seminary to support how children grow in worship.

View the full newsletter and RSVP for events at: arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter

As people of faith, let us show up in community, in learning, and in action.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardEcumenical and Inter-Religious Relations, Arizona Faith NetworkComment