Webinar Description:

Join us for a one-hour webinar exploring the groundbreaking new document, "Keeping Christ's Sacred Promise: A Pastoral Framework for Indigenous Ministry," released by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in June of this year and unpacking the formal apology from the Bishops concerning Native American Boarding Schools.

 

This webinar will:

• Examine the document's call for “healing and reconciliation” between the Church and Indigenous communities.

• Explore practical steps for pastoring Native Catholics, including culturally sensitive approaches to sacraments, worship, and religious education.

• Highlight the Church's commitment to addressing social issues impacting Indigenous populations, such as poverty, lack of access to healthcare and education, and the devastating effects of racism.

• Offer insights into fostering authentic evangelization that respects and honors Indigenous cultures.

 

Target Audience:

This webinar is designed to be inviting and informative for a wide range of audiences, including:

• Catholic clergy and religious seeking to better serve Indigenous communities.

   

• Lay Catholics interested in learning more about Indigenous ministry and how to support Native Catholics.

 

• Indigenous Catholics seeking to deepen their understanding of the Church's commitment to their spiritual and cultural well-being.

 

• Anyone interested in learning more about the history and ongoing challenges faced by Indigenous peoples in the United States.

 

About the Speaker:

Father Mike Carson serves as the Assistant Director of the Secretariat of Cultural Diversity in the Church at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). In his role at the USCCB's Native American office, Father Carson has been instrumental in fostering dialogue and understanding between the Catholic Church and Indigenous communities.

 

This framework represents a significant commitment by the Church to strengthen its relationship with Native American Catholics and communities. Father Carson brings a wealth of experience in cross-cultural ministry and has been particularly dedicated to advancing Indigenous Catholic ministry throughout the United States. He has worked extensively to develop and implement the pastoral framework, which aims to address the spiritual and cultural needs of Native American Catholics, while honoring their rich traditions and heritage.