Talk Treaty To Me
The authors want to make clear that treaties are not historical artifacts that happened to Indigenous peoples. They are living agreements that make it possible for the rest of us to live, work, and worship where we do. Which means every one of us is a treaty person. But the question for the reader to reflect on is - are we keeping our end of it?
A Harder Acknowledgement
What would it take to write an acknowledgement that named genocide and ecocide honestly, and locally?
Truth and Reconciliation Through Worship
Worship is not just a time for praise but also for reflection, lament, and commitment. When we include elements of Truth and Reconciliation in our services, we:
Acknowledge the Church’s role and recognize the harm that has been done, particularly in the context of residential schools and colonialism, and taking steps toward healing.
Create Space for Lament, acknowledge the pain and suffering endured by Indigenous peoples, while offering prayers for healing and justice.
Celebrate Indigenous wisdom by incorporating Indigenous spirituality and cultural elements can enrich our understanding of God and creation.
Commit to Action as worship inspires and motivates us to take tangible steps toward reconciliation beyond Sunday morning.