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Oklahoma Faith Network
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Founded in 1972, the Oklahoma Faith Network has been connecting, motivating, and empowering communities and people of faith throughout Oklahoma on issues of faith, care, and social justice.
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Tibetan monks from Gaden Shartse Monastic University are in Norman this week, with a series of lectures, rituals, and ceremonies. Learn more at www.normanculturalconnection.org.
We'll be at the Cleveland County Walk to Prevent Suicide on Sunday giving out some goodies. Come to Ruby Grant Park in Norman to grab some and say hi! Learn more about the walk at afsp.org/Oklahoma.
Have you checked out this series from the Foundation for Liberating Minds? They're doing awesome work! It's all available on their YouTube channel.
Only a small percentage of faith communities have a way to engage Deaf members in their service and community - we learn some helpful tips from Deaf educator Melanie on how we can be a welcoming space for this community!
A $1 donation to a food bank = $6 worth of food - if you find a local distribution center at the Regional Food Bank of OK or Eastern OK, you can donate financially and write your local center in the comment line. Find local resources at buff.ly/qFXbc98.

Read our full statement at okfaith.org/news.
Join the prayer vigil tonight, and check out tomorrow's documentary with panel - there are two showing of the movie, which you can find at buff.ly/NV8UIru
From our friends at the OK Conference of the UMC:

With the looming possibility of SNAP funds being unavailable to Oklahoman families 11/1, you may be looking for ways to address this crisis. If you’re having difficulty figuring out how to respond, consider these ideas:
Check out sites all over Oklahoma to take your unused medications at buff.ly/K8ojDM6
Need some good news in your feed? Almost 200 kids from around the state attended this year's Interfaith Youth Tour! We had a blast learning about different faith traditions, dispelling misconceptions, and making new friends. #interfaith
Wishing a bright and auspicious Diwali to our Hindu friends and neighbors!
💊 Disposal bags help safely dispose of expired/unused meds
🏥 Narcan is a nasal spray anyone can use on someone experiencing an opioid overdose to save a life
💉 Sharps containers are great in bathrooms to help safe disposal of needles
🔐 Lockboxes keep meds safe

Email [email protected] to get some!
Join our friends at the Interfaith Alliance for a casual interfaith dinner that brings together fellowship, interesting conversations, and relevant social issues. Register at buff.ly/asjUFmw.
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day at the First Americans Museum - see the full day's schedule at famok.org/ipd.
Another awesome way to support OFN! Get a discounted two-ticket bundle, and we'll get part of the proceeds. Scan the code or visit buff.ly/pw043pB
This offer is good through October 15! It's for meal deals AND these awesome meal kits Little Caesars offers for your family to make your own pizzas, Crazy Bread, and cookies. Do a solid for Future You and order some to have dinner + support OFN at the same time! Scan code or visit buff.ly/Dw26LTM
This webinar will share health risk behaviors for youth such as violence and alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use that impede positive development. They'll discuss how this data can be used to advance prevention efforts in faith-based organizations. Learn more at: buff.ly/NWHF6xG
There is no cost to attend this event - check it out and register at buff.ly/upbRLgR
This UCC webinar will feature some of the best legal + policy experts on the EPA in the country. They will address recent action against protecting human health and the environment, and what can be done to take moral action in this moment. Register to watch or get the recording at buff.ly/KEOs3i5
Looking for something for your Sunday school class this month? Check out our video series on domestic violence - they're bite-sized videos designed to educate and encourage faith communities to be a safe space. Find it on our YouTube at buff.ly/VI3pGhd.
Have you heard of epigenetics? Environmental and social factors such as trauma, stress, and protective relationships can influence gene expression and shape health outcomes, even for future generations. There are major implications for health, poverty, and addiction. Register at: buff.ly/t0sQjUk.
Wishing a blessed new year for our Jewish friends and neighbors during this holy season
This film sparks curiosity about the foundations of our democracy + considers the role we each play in making government more representative and politics less combative. Following the screening will be a panel discussion with reps from varying political backgrounds. Register at buff.ly/MxR9n85.
CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) is a fun, family-friendly
event to raise awareness and raise funds to fight hunger locally and globally. Proceeds
support the local work of Food & Shelter and the global efforts of Church World Service. Register and donate at: buff.ly/dyAdDe5