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Reconciliation and Indigenous Justice News from The United Church of Canada
Orange Shirt Day 2022
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
On September 30, people all across Canada will wear orange shirts to remember and honour Indigenous children who were taken from their communities and families to residential institutions.
This year, Indigenous communities across the country continue to share the truth they have always known: that many of the children who never returned home remain on the grounds of those institutions in unmarked burial sites. These communities are now seeking to honour the missing children.
On Orange Shirt Day we also observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. For non-Indigenous Christians in particular, this is a time to reflect on their role in colonialism and the ongoing responsibility to make reparations.
Check out the United Church website for activities and events to mark this day. This includes a powerful new prayer for you to use in worship.
Indigenous Ministries and Justice is also doing a giveaway of 40 "Every Child Matters” flags on August 30, but you have to register by noon on Friday, August 26, for a chance to win. For more information, visit the United Church website.
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