Bridge Builders and Bold Conversations: Highlights from the AFN Newsletter
United We Rise: Highlights from the Arizona Faith Network Newsletter
The Arizona Faith Network (AFN) continues to bring faith communities together for collaboration, justice, and understanding. Their latest email newsletter highlights key events and opportunities for connection across Arizona’s diverse spiritual landscape.
2025 AFN Annual Gathering —
United We Rise
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Baháʼí Faith Community Center, Scottsdale (in-person and online)
AFN’s largest event of the year will honor leaders who build bridges across faiths, cultures, and communities — including Mary Permoda, a lifelong ministry leader in the Diocese of Phoenix and current Director of Pastoral Activities at St. Patrick Catholic Community. Celebrate these “Bridge Builders” and join this transformative day of learning and connection.
AFN News & Events
AFN Monday Meditation – Mondays at noon MST via Zoom
Start your week centered with guided meditations led by Vasu Bandhu, AFN’s Interfaith Manager.
Abuse in Later Life 101: Understanding and Responding to Abuse of Older Adults – Thursday, October 23, 2–4 pm MST via Zoom
Learn how to recognize signs of elder abuse and offer faith-informed support for victims and survivors.
LDS 101: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Thursday, October 23, 6–8 pm at the Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors’ Center (and via Zoom)
Explore the beliefs, history, and practices of Latter-day Saints in an open and welcoming interfaith setting.
Letters for the Land – Monday, October 27, 6–7 pm MST via Zoom
Join Sierra Club and AFN to write letters to the editor advocating for public lands protection.
The Power of Hello: Situational Awareness for Community Gatherings – Monday, November 17, 12–1 pm MST via Zoom
Learn how awareness and engagement can create safer, more welcoming spaces for all.
Partner Events
From “Stolen Summers,” an art installation on climate resilience, to interfaith peace crane folding and veterans’ vigils, AFN’s partners are creating opportunities to live faith through action and compassion across Arizona.
View all these events and more in AFN’s latest newsletter, and invite others to subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.