From Book Studies to Voter Protection: Join AFN This Season

The Arizona Faith Network (AFN) continues to bring people of faith together for spiritual growth, civic engagement, and justice in our communities. Their weekly newsletter highlights opportunities to join in study, dialogue, service, and advocacy across Arizona.

Featured Events and Opportunities:

• Interfaith Book Group: The Tears of Things

  Wednesdays, August 20–September 17, 6:30–8:00 pm (MST) via Zoom

  Explore Richard Rohr’s The Tears of Things in a 5-week interfaith study, blending prophetic wisdom, healing practices, and dialogue.

• Election Protection Arizona Training

  August 21–September 16, via Zoom

  Volunteer as a nonpartisan poll monitor for the September 23 election in CD-7. Training is one hour and required for service.

• AFN Monday Meditation

  Every Monday at noon (MST) via Zoom

  Begin your week with guided meditation led by AFN’s Interfaith Manager Vasu Bandhu and guest leaders.

• Arizona Peacemaker Series: Habits of a Peacemaker

  Sunday, September 14, 7:00–8:30 pm at 47 E Ashland Ave, Phoenix

  Learn from Steven Collis practical tools for building bridges and engaging difficult conversations faithfully.

• National Voter Registration Day Fair

  Tuesday, September 16, 4:00–7:00 pm at Phoenix Indian Center

  Join AFN, All Voting is Local, and community partners to celebrate and strengthen voter participation.

Community Needs and Advocacy:

• Extreme Heat Response

  Record temperatures continue in Phoenix, and AFN’s heat respite centers need support. You can donate funds, send supplies, or connect through their Amazon Wish List.

• Interfaith Call to Action: Protect Sacred Lands

  Faith leaders and communities are urged to advocate for the protection of sacred lands and cultural monuments, including Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni (Grand Canyon) and Ironwood Forest. Add your name in solidarity with Indigenous communities.

To see all upcoming AFN events—including partner-led initiatives like Tucson’s Heat Relief Kit Events and Chandler’s Social Justice Resource Fair—visit the full AFN calendar.

Stay Connected

AFN’s newsletter is released each Wednesday morning and includes announcements, partner updates, and interfaith events. Subscribe or share with a friend at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.