We are so excited to present this brand new book study! Designed to fit into your existing small groups or book clubs the book is divided into a four-part book club based on Thomas King’s book The Inconvenient Indian: A Curious Account of Native People in North America.
Your sessions will be guided by four videos. Each session’s video will feature a guest speaker touching on some of the key themes of the book, settler-Indigenous relations in North America, and our shared Christian faith. Each session includes discussion questions to prompt further thought and meaningful dialogue.
Supplies Needed
- Copy of Thomas King’s The Inconvenient Indian: A Curious Account of Native People in North America (available in print, ebook, and audio formats)
- If your group cannot afford to buy the book please contact us at [email protected] as some copies may be available for loan.
- While the videos will guide your sessions participants may want a copy of our print guide. You can download the digital version below or order a print copy via Faith Alive. Questions? Feel free to email us anytime at [email protected]
Workshop Outline
- Introduction watch this video | https://youtu.be/RKGZiVysxp0 to prepare your group for this study.
- Read the assigned book chapters in advance of your session.
- Watch a video: Starting from session 1, watch the session video separately or together as a group.
- Come together and discuss thoughts and questions from the readings, video, topics, or issues raised. Pause the video as discussion questions come up, or whenever a break to discuss seems necessary. We encourage you to discuss your own questions.
- Close by praying together for settler-Indigenous relations in Canada, as well as for reconciliation and understanding in both the church and society as a whole.
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Canadian Churches! If your diaconate or study group would like to do this book study but can't access the books, consider applying for a NewGround Deacon Scholarship from Diaconal Ministries Canada. Any diaconate in Canada can apply for up to $250 from NewGround to support their learning and leadership development. For details and the application, visit our website: https://diaconalministries.com/newground-deacon-scholarships/.
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