This Network began as the “Living into Right Relations Committee” following a General Council initiative in 2008. Every former Conference (regional church body) was invited to invite 3 Indigenous and 3 non-Indigenous people to work together in living out the apologies and encourage participation in the hearings being held by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), which concluded in 2015. Read on for an invitation for today; and invitation to action; and to learn about our roots.
We invite you to:
Like our Facebook page
Identify a Witness in your faith community (click here to learn more about this)
Use the many videos, books, and other resources that Indigenous artists and writers have created, including resources, events, and actions shared in the newsfeed directly below;
Invite Indigenous speakers to help challenge racism and white privilege, and appreciate the gifts of Indigenous peoples.
Mark Indigenous History Month (June); Orange Shirt Day (September 30) and other important moments by committing to highlighting Indigenous justice and voices in your circles.
Our hearts are strong.
To sign up to be a Witness, join the newsletter list, and to connect with the Network, please contact the network through its staff supports:
Julie Graham, Northern Spirit, jgraham@united-church.ca
Chris Mah Poy, Chinook Winds, ChrisMahPoy@united-church.ca
Being Good Relations news and resources
Letter to Pastoral charge governing bodies: Remit Reminders & Resources
Click here to view this letter in PDF form (printable). 16 January 2024 From: Rev Helen Reed, chairperson, Northern Spirit Regional Council To: Pastoral Charge Board or Council secretaries, chairs,...
What Elder Charles Wood taught me: a memorial
By Rev. Cecile Fausak Elder Charles began his journey to the spirit world on December 17, 2023. We miss him, and will strive to carry forward his teachings. He was always saying that we have to...
Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2023
Honouring Orange Shirt Day/ National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Saturday September 30, 2023 “When you wear an orange shirt it’s like a little bit of justice for us Survivors in our lifetime,...
Prayer for the National Spiritual Indigenous Gathering: July 27-30, 2023
The Indigenous church gathers on Treaty 6 Territory in Edmonton, AB, on July 28 - 30, for the 2023 National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering. The theme is “With Strong Voices.” ~ For those who are...
A Prayer for June: Indigenous History Month
Indigenous month of prayer. This is an opportunity to take time to listen, reflect and act. Creator God, As we embark on a journey to discover how we can reconcile our hearts and minds, we ask that...
PLANNING FOR INDIGENOUS HISTORY MONTH: BEING GOOD RELATIONS WEBINAR
April 22, 2 – 4 p.m. Indigenous History Month is approaching! How will you and your community of faith “Learn, Understand, Act” and observe Indigenous Day of Prayer on June 21? Join us for this...
You’re invited: Being Good Relations Network survey
The Being Good Relations Network is a United Church-based network covering all of AB, Northeast BC, and Yellowknife, working alongside Chinook Winds and Northern Spirit Regional Councils. It also...
Being a Witness in a Community of Faith on the Journey of Reconciliation
The Being Good Relations Network relies on "witnesses" to carry its work forward. Through the winter of 2023, the network is working to renew the relationships and commitments that make our journey...
Being Good Relations community of faith updates
(Here are some updates from communities of faith involved in Being Good Relations, shared in the spirit of sparking your creative commitments and lifting your spirits. The Being Good Relations...
Blanket Exercises: Learning to be Good Relations
by Dianne Nikiforuk from Living Spirit United Church (Chair), Drayton Valley, AB. (This is another story in a series of updates from communities of faith involved in Being Good Relations, shared in...
