Contact
Vicki Ix, Canon for CommunicationsThe Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts
413.737.4786 x 124
ixvicki@diocesewma.org
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This event is free of charge but your donation is appreciated!
Make a donation in any amount here and designate the special purpose to: "Immigration/Multicultural Ministries"
This second Indigenous Peoples' Day gathering, sponsored by the MA/WMA Indigenous Peoples Justice Network, the Beloved Community Commission of the Diocese of Western Massachusetts and the Office of Immigration and Multicultural Ministries of the Diocese of Massachusetts will include:
• A focus on sacred listening and responding
Panelist: Ms. Delta Carney (Apache/Kiowa/Senaca/Ojibway), The Rev. Danielle Di Bona (Wampanoag), The Rt. Rev. Carol Gallagher, PhD (Enrolled member Cherokee Nation), The Rev. George M Porter, D.Phil., moderator: Mr. Eric La Forest co-chair of the Beloved Community Commission of the Diocese of Western MA
• A formation opportunity for children
We're creating a morning children’s programing for your 5-to-10-year-old including Native American games, storytelling, meals, spiritual practices, and a variety of art activities.
• Lunchtime conversations
Enjoy a lunch of regional Native-inspired dishes with pre-colonial ingredients sourced from local farms.
• A worship service of lament and commitment
•Opportunities for advocacy in the Commonwealth
All are welcome.