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Reconciliation in Action

*explanation - ways for EVERYONE to engage

Show Up

-at everything in the 'day of note' thing (wear orange on oragne shirt day)
​-at local events that are open to the public
-support things like uncovering of graves, etc when they come up

support Indigenous communities/organizations


- play indigenous video games
-shop indigenous (NNW website)
-visit local cultural centers (like the squamish lilwat ones)
-center indigenous voices (RESOURCE LIST!) - listen to APTN news
https://au-keepexploring.canada.travel/things-to-do/12-immersive-aboriginal-tourism-experiences-canada
https://indigenoustourism.ca/about-itac/member-directory/

Make a "ReconciliACTION" plan

National Center for Truth and Reconciliation Commission resource that support developing specific action items around a call to action. 
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Click the image above to create your own ReconciliACTION plan using the templates and resources they provide.
Acknowledging the Land
Land acknowledgements are one way to address our position and decolonize. Click below for resources on land acknowledgements, including how to create your own, example land acknowledgements, and criticisms of the land acknowledgement. 
Taking Action 
For children and families: 
  • 7 ways for children to engage document​
  • https://fncaringsociety.com/events and they alos have 'ways' to make a difference
  • Monique Gray Smith – resilience with indigenous children

Keep Learning

-KAIROS blanket exercise
- learn local (indigenous walking tours; speaker events in your neighbourhood)
- who are the communities near you? a residentail school near you?
https://fpcc.ca/stories/first-peoples-map/
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https://cbc.ca/beyond94
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Reflect? (ask questions)

-decolonize your own thought - am I feeling resistance? why?
-include more voices in your theology! (richard wagamese writings)
​-talk to other people!
​-donate money or time - to organizations if you can
- what are the calls to action that pertain to you? to your job?
- where does it interact with your church - do you sponsor refugees (supporting new comers)

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FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca

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  • Home
  • Leader Support & Education
    • Certificate in Children, Youth & Family Ministry
    • Art Of Children and Youth Ministry Course
    • VST Course Cohort: A Spirituality of Race for First Third Ministry Leaders
    • COVID-19 Aware Guidelines
    • Deepening Pastoral Practice Amidst Continuing Pandemic Realities
    • Godly Play Events 2023
    • Leaders Online Gatherings
    • Spiritual Conversations: Pastoral Ministry with Children, Youth, and Families
    • RE-ENTRY with First Third Ministry
  • Resources
    • Anti-Racism Resources
    • Caring for the Soul and Living during COVID-19 >
      • Life at Home resources for all ages
    • Tips and Ideas for Gathering Online
  • Events
    • Event Calendar
    • PMRC Imagine Children's Retreat.
  • Marketplace
    • Christian Gifts
    • Our Faith@Home Magazines
  • News
  • Contact