Friends,

On Sunday, the Rev. Matthew Johnson preached about his experience of traveling to Bigonet, Haiti, where our congregation has a partnership. You can listen to the sermon here.

Here's what else you'll find below:
A book recommendation from Jane Peck.

With love,
Susan+

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Book Recommendation
From Grace Member Jane Peck

I thoroughly recommend Choctaw Native Bishop Steven Charleston’s book, “We Survived the End of the World, lessons from Native America on apocalypse and hope.” Though written in 2023 it is more timely in 2026 as we in the majority culture experience occupation and real peril. Who better to teach us about managing occupation and mass threat than the native Americans?

The bishop tells true stories of four tribal prophets who began strong and hopeful movements against occupation and genocide. The stories come from the Seneca, Shawnee, Paiute, and Nez Perce tribes. The bishop then pulls lessons for us all from each story as well as summarizing a path forward. Be prepared for inspiration !

Steven Charleston, a member of the Choctaw nation of Oklahoma, was the Episcopal Bishop of Alaska, and dean of the Episcopal Divinity School. has has authored many books.

Tags: Rev Susan, Haiti, Native Americans, occupation