The Bridge Building Task-Force
The Bridge Building Task Force was created in response to the Northeastern Minnesota Synod Resolution 17.1, our synod’s commitment to partner with our Ojibwe neighbors as we repudiate the Doctrine of Discovery. |
The Bridge Building Task Force leads, develops, promotes, and/or monitors ministries of the NEMN Synod by:
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What kinds of workshops do you lead? |
The Bridge Building Task Force is available to assist you in creating space for healthy conversation and learning to occur, whether in person or digitally. We work with leaders and employees in a variety of settings, including congregational settings, schools, and government departments. We lead book studies, confirmation classes, cultural sensitivity training, and workshops. Workshops we’ve led in the past have explored a variety of topics, including:
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What is the Blanket Exercise? |
The Blanket Exercise is an interactive experience that raises awareness of the nation-to-nation relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in the United States. The experience is designed to increase knowledge about the laws, policies, and programs used during nation building that have impacted Indigenous people’s rights and self-governance by literally walking participants through our shared history with a different perspective. During their experience, participants are provided the opportunity to form a common memory and begin conversation about how we can build intercultural bridges together.
Check out this video produced by Native Americans in Philanthropy a partner with ELCA American Indian/Alaska Native Ministries. |