Valley Interfaith Project

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

I'm a rabbi who met Pope Francis. His interest in Arizona was remarkable

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@templesolelaz

[ABC15 Arizona @abc15]

ABC15 spoke with Valley immigration advocates about what they hope Pope Leo XVI, will bring to the issue in America. Immigration advocates in the Valley hope his past can bring change to the future. https://t.co/vrbGY8Mzwt

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

“From his parents and grandparents, he’s experienced that whole understanding of what it means to be an immigrant,” said Father Bob Fambrini, SJ, the pastor at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and a leader with VIP.

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[West/Southwest IAF @WXSWIAF]

Valley Interfaith Project leaders Susan Davis and Barb Quijada were featured in an ABC15 story about affordable housing and state LIHTC funding in Arizona.
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[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

Media: did you miss the press conference? DM us and we can send you the video and are available for interviews in advance of Wednesday's vote at the Board of Supervisors

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

"As clergy, our job is to stand up for what is right. Let me be clear: there is no argument against this proposal that outweighs the desperate need for affordable housing in our community. None." -Rev. Sarah Oglesby-Dunegan, Valley Unitarian Universalist

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

VIP leaders gathered at Chandler City Hall this afternoon to urge city and county officials to move forward with the Sonoran Landings project, which would provide 272 units to low-income seniors and veterans.

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

Last Thursday, 250 VIP leaders gathered to seek commitments around affordable housing, mental health, and community safety from candidates and public officials.

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[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

New report into AZ prison conditions during the height of Covid highlights VIP's work

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[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

Faith leaders across the state signed an Arizona Interfaith Network letter asking legislators vote NO on HCR 2060. Read the letter and add your name here: https://t.co/mtHHWNRlAX

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

"The Rev. Hunter Ruffin ... said his church and other Valley Interfaith Project members view affordable housing as an 'extension of the mission of the church to care for our most marginalized neighbors.'"

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[Sen. Analise Ortiz (@senanaliseortiz.bsky.social) @SenAnaliseOrtiz]

Congratulations @Marcelino4AZ! This is a huge step toward bringing more affordable housing options to our communities. Thank you to the faith leaders who continue to play a key role in caring for people facing housing insecurity.

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

We are thrilled to see Yes In God's Backyard pass out of the House! Thanks to bill sponsor @Marcelino4AZ for working closely with VIP to advance this important legislation. Next step: the Senate.

[Marcelino Quiñonez @Marcelino4AZ]

Yes in Gods Backyard (YIGBY) passed out of the House!

The enactment of the YIGBY represents a collaborative approach to solving the housing crisis, bringing together religious institutions, local governments, & the community at large.

More work to do, but the faith is high.

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

"Yes in God's backyard": Arizona bill would fast-track housing on church land @jboehm_NEWS

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[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

Yes In God's Back Yard passed out of committee! Thanks to @Livingston4AZ and @Marcelino4AZ for their work on this important bill!

https://t.co/vW7na7GUne

[Marcelino Quiñonez @Marcelino4AZ]

Passed a HB2815 out of committee tonight!

Yes in God’s Backyard facilitates the development of affordable housing projects on properties owned by religious institutions.

There is so much work to be done, but tonight we took a step in the right direction.

[Heidi Hommel @heidi_hommel]

A reverend, a bishop, and a rabbi walk into the Arizona State Capitol... Listen to the full report below to see what legislation Valley Interfaith Project is promoting to create more affordable housing.

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[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

"Religious leaders are calling on state lawmakers to act immediately to address the housing crisis in Arizona.

Bishops and faith leaders gathered Thursday morning at the state capitol to call for immediate action on the state's housing crisis."

https://t.co/jPkzIw9aZx

[Valley Interfaith Project @VIPphx]

"None of our churches have the resources to solve the crisis of affordable housing and homelessness," said Bishop Jennifer Reddall with the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona. "What we do have, in many cases, is property."

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