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Native American
Spirituality program
set for Oct. 20
POMFRET — Christ Church Pomfret will present a Native American Spirituality talk by David Eichelberg, Outreach Specialist for the Mohegan Tribe, at 3 p.m. Oct. 20. Doors open at 2:30. No reservations required and the event will take place in Christ Church’s Great Hall, Pomfret Street.
In a previous talk at Christ Church, Eichelberg shared that the turtle is a sacred creature, symbolizing strength and resilience, in addition to the belief that the turtle carried mud from the bottom of the ocean to create new land. Land, too, is sacred to the tribe. Eichelberg will expand on these spiritual aspects of tribal beliefs as well as others, but the event will be about much more than history.
Many also know that the Mohegans are one of the few tribes that were not affected by the religious boarding schools that tore apart many other tribes. Eichelberg will also share how they were spared, and the impact that had on their current practices.
“It is a blessing to welcome back David Eichelberg to Christ Episcopal Church as we open our hearts and minds to the rich and profound wisdom of indigenous spirituality,” said Reverend Sandra L. Cosman, Priest in Charge of Christ Church.
“In a world longing for deeper connection with creation and with one another, we are reminded of the beauty and harmony found in the spiritual traditions of indigenous peoples. We are grateful for David’s presence among us.”
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