During the fall equinox, we celebrate and recognize the kindness and compassion that the earth provides through the bounty of foods and the gift of light and warmth from the sky. We need to practice thankfulness related to natural law and all our interconnections within.
“Our grandparents show us their faces in equal amounts of time reminding us of the equity that needs to be practiced in all our relationships. It’s especially evident when we work towards acknowledging the truths of the past and reconciling our Canadian relationships,” Cree Knowledge Keeper Marilyn Dykstra shares. “Our plan of action needs to be based on the sacred pipe teachings that begin in healthy relationships within Wahkowtowin. The flying up moon allows us to see that change is possible and to navigate the changes with strength and the resilience that has been practiced by our Ancestors since time immemorial.”
Much like our creature teachers, the Canada goose, we need to develop and grow our relationships so that everyone knows their importance within the community. Equity must be extended to all community members. There is no person or group that is more or less important than another.
Join us for a potluck after the gathering to practice our gratitude for each other and the gifts we have received from the earth. Plates, cups, cutlery, and a traditional tea will be provided. Please do not bring food containing nuts or pork.
