Posts tagged Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations
Sacred Desert, Sacred Duty: Faith Leaders Gather for Climate Justice

Autumn Byars, member of University Lutheran in Tempe and former LAMA Hunger Advocacy Fellow, reflects on joining Creation Justice Ministries’ Witness for Creation press conference and worship at the Desert Botanical Garden. Held during the Season of Creation, this interfaith gathering lifted up urgent issues such as water justice, sacred lands, and support for the unhoused amid intensifying Arizona heat. It was a powerful call to care for creation—and one another—as an act of faith. Click here to read more.

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Interfaith News & Events: Book Study, Meditation, Trainings, and Sacred Land Action

Explore events and resources from Arizona Faith Network this September: the final session of The Tears of Thingsbook study, weekly Monday meditations, October trainings on elder abuse and LDS 101, plus powerful faith-based calls to action on peace, sacred land protection, and climate advocacy. Read the full newsletter and subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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Arizona Faith Network: Events, Calls to Action, and a Tribute to Frank Quaranta

Arizona Faith Network’s latest newsletter features a tribute to colleague Frank Quaranta, plus upcoming opportunities to learn and serve: Arizona Peacemaker Series (Sept 14, Phoenix); Interfaith Book Group—The Tears of Things (Weds via Zoom, through Sept 17); Election Protection AZ poll-monitor trainings (Aug 21–Sept 16, Zoom); AFN Monday Meditation (Mondays, noon); National Voter Registration Day Fair (Sept 16, Phoenix Indian Center); and Abuse in Later Life 101 (Oct 23, Zoom). You’ll also find calls to action: sign the International Day of Peace statement (publish by Sept 21, 2025; media list deadline Sept 15) and join the interfaith appeal to protect Arizona’s sacred lands. Partner events include public-witness safety training, NAIN Virtual Connect (Sept 24–25), an Interfaith Community Leader Breakfast (Oct 16), volunteer needs for Tucson Meet Yourself (Oct 17–19), and Red Cross outreach to faith communities. To read details and register, click here.

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Palestinian Christian Leader to Speak in Phoenix: Sept. 14 Event at St. Francis Xavier

Dr. Philip Farah, Palestinian-American economist and founding member of the Palestinian Christian Alliance for Peace, will speak at St. Francis Xavier Church in Phoenix on Sunday, Sept. 14 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. Farah will share his personal story and insights on how Americans can support a just peace in Palestine and Israel. RSVP required. Refreshments served.

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Palestinian Christian Leader to Speak in Phoenix: Sept. 14 Event at St. Francis Xavier

Dr. Philip Farah, Palestinian-American economist and founding member of the Palestinian Christian Alliance for Peace, will speak at St. Francis Xavier Church in Phoenix on Sunday, Sept. 14 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. Farah will share his personal story and insights on how Americans can support a just peace in Palestine and Israel. RSVP required. Refreshments served.

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Explore AFN Events, Book Groups, and Voter Advocacy Opportunities This September

This week’s AFN newsletter features new opportunities to grow in faith and action—book studies, poll monitor training, voter registration events, climate justice workshops, and more. Discover how you can join interfaith efforts to protect sacred lands, deepen your spiritual life, and engage in justice work across Arizona. Click here to read the full newsletter and subscribe.

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A Deeper Well: Renewal and Resilience for Clergy Through Depth Psychology

A seven-week Zoom course—Renewal and Resilience: A Depth Psychology Approach for Clergy—offers active clergy a space to explore burnout, internalized pressure, and hidden congregational dynamics. Led by Rev. Richard Mallory, the program runs Tuesdays from Sept. 9–Oct. 28. Limited to 8 participants.

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Strengthen Spirit & Democracy: AFN’s August–September Events

Stay connected with the Arizona Faith Network! This week’s AFN newsletter highlights upcoming interfaith events, including a Tears of Things book study, election poll monitor training, Monday meditation, the Habits of a Peacemaker series, and the National Voter Registration Day Fair. You’ll also find ways to support heat relief efforts, join the call to protect Arizona’s sacred lands, and connect with partner events in Tucson and Chandler. Read the full newsletter and subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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Blessed Tomorrow’s September Newsletter Highlights Climate Hope

Blessed Tomorrow’s September 2025 newsletter highlights upcoming opportunities for faith-rooted climate action, including a September 27 ecumenical training, new resources on extreme heat, Season of Creation worship ideas, and national mobilizations. Explore partner updates, simple living reflections, and Rev. Carol Devine’s invitation to live faithfully in uncertain times. Read the full newsletter.

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From Book Studies to Voter Protection: Join AFN This Season

The latest Arizona Faith Network newsletter is full of opportunities for engagement: interfaith book studies, voter protection training, guided meditation, peacemaking workshops, and a voter registration fair. AFN also invites support for heat relief centers and calls on faith communities to protect Arizona’s sacred lands. Read the full newsletter and subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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From Meditation to Voter Protection: AFN’s Upcoming Opportunities

The latest Arizona Faith Network newsletter is packed with August and September opportunities to connect across faiths, learn together, and serve our community—from Interfaith Awareness Week and “Faith & Science from an Islamic Perspective” to voter protection training, book studies, and heat relief efforts. Read the full newsletter for event details, partner updates, and ways to get involved: arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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Why Churches Should Stay Out of Partisan Politics—And What’s at Risk

In BJC’s August Faith Freedom Dispatch, meet the 2025 BJC Fellows, learn how North Texans are organizing against Christian nationalism, and read why the Johnson Amendment still matters for churches. Plus, celebrate a $50,000 grant awarded to the BJC Center for Faith, Justice, and Reconciliation. Read the full BJC newsletter here.

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Protecting Our Neighbors, Deepening Our Faith: AFN’s August Updates

This week’s Arizona Faith Network newsletter includes updates on the new Safe Communities Coalition, upcoming interfaith events, and ways to serve amid extreme heat. RSVP for AFN commissions, book groups, and meditation sessions. Find opportunities for service and justice—including heat relief canvassing, interfaith internships, and a contemplative retreat. Read the full newsletter and subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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What’s New from AFN: Bags of Hope, Bahá’í 101, and Advocacy in Action

Explore this week’s AFN newsletter for interfaith events, service opportunities, and community news—including Bags of Hope updates, faith-based learning events, advocacy opportunities, and a call for urgent donations. Read the full update or subscribe at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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From Relief Bags to Sacred Dialogues: Upcoming Interfaith Opportunities

This week’s AFN newsletter is full of hands-on ways to live your faith. Join the Interfaith Bag Packing event, sign up for Monday meditations, attend Bahá’í 101, or join the book study on The Tears of Things. You’ll also find volunteer opportunities, interfaith connections, and a special Prayer Circle for Oak Flat. Read the full newsletter and RSVP today: arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter

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Meditation, Book Studies, and Bag Packing: AFN’s July Lineup

From heat relief efforts to interfaith meditation, Arizona Faith Network is calling on communities to serve and grow together this July. Pack Bags of Hope, join clergy gatherings, learn about the Bahá’í faith, or participate in a prophetic book study. Learn more and find ways to get involved at arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.

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Act in Faith This July: Events, Advocacy, and Interfaith Action Across Arizona

Stay connected with Arizona Faith Network this July! From interfaith meditations and voter advocacy to Bags of Hope packing events and heat relief support, AFN offers many ways to engage your faith in action. Explore gatherings, trainings, and service opportunities across the state—and invite others to get involved. Read the full update and sign up for the AFN newsletter.

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From Meditation to Mobilization: Join AFN’s Interfaith Work for Justice and Relief

Arizona Faith Network is offering a wide range of opportunities this summer—from interfaith meditation sessions to heat relief service projects, public witness at the Eloy Detention Center, and training for Election Protection Arizona poll monitors. Events include the Bags of Hope packing days in Tucson and Tempe, a nuclear waste community conversation in Sahuarita, and a call to oppose a proposed public lands sell-off. Lutheran voices are needed to show up, speak out, and serve. Click here to read the full AFN newsletter and learn how you can get involved.

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