Wopila Tanka is Lakota for "Thank You, Divine Mystery!!" I began my day with this prayer.
Thanks to all of you for your prayerful support. Over the last two days, I have been traveling the Reservation with my Lakota colleague, Geraldine. Amazing paths have opened before us, so I know we are being carried on the wings of all of your prayers.
We have been able to coordinate with the Tribe and the Mission in offering bereavement education and support efforts planned for this week and next. People are hungry for this resourcce!!
Today and Friday I will be meeting individuals at the Mission and in their homes to offer support. On Thursday, Aug. 10, I'll be hosting two open grief education sessions..1 pm and 7 pm. Next Tues. & Thurs., I'll be working with tribal counsellors from IHS (Indian Health Services,) Juvenile Detention Center, Adult Correction Center and Home for Abandoned Children. All of this is such a form of reconciliation on many levels. I truly feel your prayerful support with me, working wonders. " Where one of us is, all of us are." Wopila Tanka.
In today's Philadelphia Inquirer, Jeff Gammage continues his superb coverage of Arapaho Indians recovery of remains of their children from Carlisle gravesite. The powerful image on the front page captures so well the poignancy of this moment. Please see: RETURNING HOME
I am writing this entry in the office of Russell Eagle Bear, Lakota historian here on the Rosebud. It was youth from this Reservation who initiated this current process of the return of the children's remains. Many tribes are joining in this sacred effort. It will be an honor to meet and visit with Roger today. Must sign off for now. Pictures to follow over the weekend, hopefully.
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