From Health Fairs to Healing Circles: April Events that Put Faith to Work
April with AFN: Join interfaith leaders across Arizona for healing circles, justice work, tree planting, and community care. RSVP for Zoom gatherings, attend in-person events like the April 4 Health Fair and April 13 Healing Circle at the border, and apply for summer Heat Relief roles. Read the full newsletter and get involved: arizonafaithnetwork.org/newsletter.
This April, Arizona Faith Network (AFN) invites all people of faith into action through a series of events and opportunities that reflect our shared values of compassion, justice, and stewardship.
Upcoming Events and Meetings:
• AFN Social Justice Commission
Thursday, April 3, 8:30–9:30 am MST via Zoom
Featuring Dr. Nick Staab, Chief Medical Officer with Maricopa County Public Health, who will speak on Arizona’s current measles outbreak and its public health implications.
• Faithful Voter AZ (Voting Rights) Committee
Thursday, April 3, 2:00–3:00 pm MST via Zoom
• Cherishing Creation Collaborative
Tuesday, April 8, 10:00–11:30 am MST via Zoom
• AFN Monday Meditations
Every Monday at Noon MST via Zoom
Led by Bhikkhu Vasu Bandhu, a Zen Buddhist monk and AFN’s Interfaith Manager.
Featured In-Person Events:
• Health Fair – Free Screenings and Wellness Support
Friday, April 4, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Wesley United Methodist Church, 750 E Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Includes free massage therapy, health checks, and more.
• Healing Circle at the Border
Sunday, April 13, 4:00–6:00 pm, Douglas, AZ
Meet at 3:45 pm in the Walmart Parking Lot (199 5th St).
Join in prayer, reflection, and peace-building at the U.S.–Mexico border.
• Tree Planting Event (APS Community Tree Program)
Monday, April 14, 9:00–11:00 am
Larkspur Christian Church, 10614 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ
Bring water, gloves, sunscreen, and a heart to serve.
Be Part of the Heat Relief Team
AFN is hiring and recruiting now for its 2025 Heat Relief Respite Program. Paid and volunteer positions are open in Glendale, Phoenix, and Tempe. These roles serve the most vulnerable during Arizona’s summer heat.
• 17 Site Lead positions
• 25 Site Assistant positions
• 4 Safety Specialist roles
• Unlimited Volunteer spots
Support AFN’s Work—Arizona Gives Day
It’s not too late to give! Your donation supports critical programs like Heat Relief and Safe Communities.
Faithful Advocacy in Action
Last week, AFN stood with 250+ advocates at the Arizona Rally for Public Lands, reminding lawmakers that public lands are sacred trusts. Together, we lift our voices in defense of creation and community.
Partner Events to Explore:
• Sensitive Locations Vigil (April 3, DC & virtual)
• Toward Right Relationship with Native People (April 6, online)
• David French on Religion & Truth (April 9, ASU Tempe)
• ADL Conference on Antisemitism & Hate (April 11, Tempe)
• Mesa Easter Pageant (April 9–12, 15–19)
In this busy season of Holy Week and new life, we remember that Jesus calls us into a faith that acts. Whether planting trees, protecting health, or praying for unity at the border, we invite you to live your baptismal call alongside AFN and our interfaith siblings.
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