The Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre is an Aboriginal Theological and Ministry Training Program of the United Church of Canada that prepares Aboriginal people for lay and ordered ministry by affirming a style of leadership appropriate to Aboriginal culture and Aboriginal church experience; and developing and testing curricula and models to uphold this style of learning including theological education by extension programs. The Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre provides cross-cultural and spiritual awareness for the larger community.
The Sandy -Saulteaux Spiritual Centre is located on 36 peaceful acres of wooded parkland beside the Brokenhead River, one mile east of Beausejour, Manitoba, Canada. The buildings include a main Lodge, offices, and three Residential Lodges. Meals are prepared on site.
The Programs:
- The Five-Year Community Based Ministry Program leads to a Diploma in Aboriginal Ministry. The Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre has Testamur of the UCC: People completing the Five-Year Program can be Ordained or Commissioned to Diaconal Ministry.
- A Three-Year Program leads to recognition as a Designated Lay Minister.
- The Community Based Model balances field work in the community with Two-week Learning Circles four times a year at the Centre.
- Learning Circle Course may be taken by lay people and as continuing education for clergy.
- Through partnerships with other Universities, graduates may continue studies for a Bachelor of Arts.
- Cross-cultural programs are offered for all ages.
Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre
Box 210
Beausejour MB
Canada
R0E 0C0
Phone: (204) 268-3913
Fax: (204) 268-4463
Email: sansau@mymts.net
Coming for a visit? Turn south off of Highway 44 at Zielke Drive. Keep to the right (that’s Dugard Road) when you come to a fork in the road and keep going til you’ve arrived!
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