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SUMMARY:Fall Gathering & Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the arrival of fall\, reflect on the year gone by and learn about Sandy-Saulteaux’s future. \nCome when you can and be prepared to go with the flow! Times listed are an estimate.   \nParticipation in person or on-line is welcome. \nContact connect@sandysaulteaux.ca / 204-268-3913 to let us know you’re coming or request a Zoom link.   \n  \nOnline \n10:00-11:30 am CDT Annual General Meeting \n\nFor those who wanted a detailed update on how SSSC is doing and where we’re going \n\n\nThe meeting will include a smudge\, stories from our staff\, a review of our financial statements\, elections to our Keepers of the Vision\, announcements about future directions and thanksgiving for the relatives who make it all possible. \nIf you have donated money to SSSC\, or are a student\, honoured elder or member of an Indigenous community of faith in The United Church of Canada\, you are welcome as a member of the corporation and can vote at the AGM. \n\n  \n3:00-4:00 pm CDT Virtual Visit \n\nFor those who can’t make it in person but still want to hear the key highlights of our year and visit with other friends and supporters of SSSC.  \n\n  \n  \n  \nIn Person \n10:00-11:30 am Annual General Meeting \n\nFor those who wanted a detailed update on how SSSC is doing and where we’re going. \n\n\nThe meeting will include a smudge\, stories from our staff\, a review of our financial statements\, elections to our Keepers of the Vision\, announcements about future directions and thanksgiving for the relatives who make it all possible.  \nIf you have donated money to SSSC\, or are a student\, honoured elder or member of an Indigenous community of faith in The United Church of Canada\, you are welcome as a member of the corporation and can vote at the AGM.\n\n\nRefreshments provided! \n\n12:00 pm Prayers at the Sacred Fire \n\nTo wrap up our AGM and begin both our fall sweat lodge and the four directions walk\, we’ll gather around the sacred fire to give thanks and ask Creator to guide us in the seasons ahead.  \n\nFall Sweat Lodge Ceremony \n\nTo reserve your spot inside the lodge for this ceremony\, register here. \n\n\nAll are welcome to spend the ceremony around the sacred fire. \n\n\nWe encourage you to bring tobacco\, a gift for the lodge keeper and a donation for SSSC \n\n\nBring a dish of food for the potluck feast and celebration to follow. \n\nFour Directions Walk\n\nFollowing the time of prayer at the sacred fire\, join friends of the late Mike Maunder for a walk around the land here in his memory.\nTravel along our trail to share teachings from the medicine wheel as we retire the old prayer flags and hang new ones in each of the four directions.\n\n12:30 – 4:00 pm Casual fun & games\n\nTime to visit and catch up with friends. Go for a walk on the trails\, sit outside or inside. \n\n\nTea\, coffee\, fruit and snacks served in the hall. \n\n\nPlay Plant & Animal Bingo! \n\n\nBrowse photo albums in the hall. \n\n3:00 – 4:00 pm Q & A with SSSC staff \n\nIf you missed the AGM or just have more questions\, hear a short presentation from staff then join in a conversation on what’s next for Sandy-Saulteaux. Bring you questions!  \n\n4:00 – 6:00 pm Community Feast & Celebration \n\nBring a dish of food to share and join in the potluck feast. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260919T180000
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SUMMARY:Fall Equinox Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal ceremonies at Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre are a time to be on the land\, to honour and give thanks for all of creation\, to have some quiet reflective time around the fire and to renew and refresh our mind\, body and spirit in the sweat lodge. \nThe ceremonies include a sweat lodge\, followed by a potluck feast. Read more about what to expect at our seasonal ceremonies. \n  \nTo enter the sweat lodge\, you must register in advance. \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\nYou may also participate without entering the sweat lodge. Everyone is welcome to come and be with the sacred fire. \nOur fall ceremonies are part of a full day gathering on September 19\, including our Annual General Meeting. Click here for a full schedule of what we have planned. \nWhat to bring: \n\nTobacco\nFor the sweat lodge: shorts (men) or cotton nightgown or skirt/top (women) & towel\nFor outside the sweat lodge: any hat\, jacket\, rain gear\, sun or bug protection you need to be comfortable and safe outside\, depending on the weather of the day\nWater bottle\nFood – to share in potluck feast after the sweat\nDonation for the Centre encouraged (cash or cheque made to Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, donating online available when you register)\nGift for the lodge keeper encouraged (cash or any item that expresses your gratitude for the ceremony)\n\nWant to find out about other upcoming ceremonies? Select “Local News” when you sign up for our e-newsletter.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/fall-ceremonies/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of remembrance\, storytelling\, community round dance & more all in honour of residential school survivors and to reflect on our shared responsibility to advance reconciliation. \nOutdoor event\, rain or shine \n1 PM – 3 PM | FEAST TO FOLLOW \nStew & bannock provided. \nBring a salad\, dessert or other potluck item for the feast. \nParticipants are encouraged to wear orange. \n 
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/national-day-for-truth-reconciliation/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
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SUMMARY:PM5 Pastoral Ethics Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:PM5 Pastoral Ethics   \nThis course provides a practical understanding of pastoral ethics and responsible ministry. Participants will examine ethical decision-making\, risk assessment for self and others\, common ethical dilemmas\, and the importance of self-care\, accountability\, and healthy boundaries in ministry. \nAn optional sweat lodge ceremony may be available on October 24\, for participants of this course. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/pastoral-ethics/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:TH1 Basic Systematic Theology\, Christian Beliefs and the Bible on Turtle Island Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces participants to thinking and speaking about God with clarity. Participants will examine core beliefs\, including the nature of God\, the authority of Scripture\, the person and work of Christ\, and the Holy Spirit.  \n  \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/th1-basic-systematic-theology-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20261219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T215800Z
CREATED:20161209T161305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T215800Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Seasonal ceremonies at Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre are a time to be on the land\, to honour and give thanks for all of creation\, to have some quiet reflective time around the fire and to renew and refresh our mind\, body and spirit in the sweat lodge. \nThe ceremonies include a sweat lodge\, followed by a potluck feast. Read more about what to expect at our seasonal ceremonies. \n  \nTo enter the sweat lodge\, you must register in advance. REGISTRATION COMING SOON. \nYou may also participate without entering the sweat lodge. Everyone is welcome to come and be with the sacred fire. \nWhat to bring: \n\nTobacco\nFor the sweat lodge: shorts (men) or cotton nightgown or skirt/top (women) & towel\nFor outside the sweat lodge: any hat\, jacket\, rain gear\, sun or bug protection you need to be comfortable and safe outside\, depending on the weather of the day\nWater bottle\nFood – to share in potluck feast after the sweat\nDonation for the Centre encouraged (cash or cheque made to Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, donating online available when you register)\nGift for the lodge keeper encouraged (cash or any item that expresses your gratitude for the ceremony)\n\nWant to find out about other upcoming ceremonies? Select “Local News” when you sign up for our e-newsletter.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/winter-ceremonies/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270123
DTSTAMP:20260820T212759Z
CREATED:20260728T153339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T212759Z
UID:5148-1800316800-1800662399@sandysaulteaux.ca
SUMMARY:CS3/4 The Work of Paul / Acts of the Apostles Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This course explores the life\, ministry\, and theology of the Apostle Paul as depicted in Acts of the Apostles and his letters. Participants will examine Paul’s conversion\, missionary journeys\, theological contributions\, and enduring legacy in early Christianity\, with attention to his role in shaping the Christian faith and its spread throughout the Roman Empire. \nAn optional sweat lodge ceremony may be available on January 23 for participants of this course. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/cs3-4-the-work-of-paul-acts-of-the-apostles-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270306
DTSTAMP:20260729T163641Z
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SUMMARY:PM4 Stewardship and Church Administration ONLINE Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This online course equips participants to steward God’s resources with cultural wisdom and integrity. Rooted in Indigenous values of reciprocity\, community\, and respect for creation\, participants will explore core principles of stewardship and apply them to church administration\, governance\, fundraising\, and strategic planning. The course balances faithfulness to Scripture with practical administrative skills\, supporting leaders as they develop stewardship and administration plans for their ministry contexts. \nCourse begins week of Jan. 25\, 2027; final session week of March 1\, 2027 6:00 PM CT. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, contact connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/pm4-stewardship-and-church-administration-online-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270410
DTSTAMP:20260820T212508Z
CREATED:20260728T154111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T212508Z
UID:5154-1806969600-1807315199@sandysaulteaux.ca
SUMMARY:H/CD5 Community Development/Social Analysis Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This course examines Indigenous community development from pre-colonization\, through colonial dependency\, to current efforts toward liberation and self-determination. Using appreciative inquiry and an asset-based approach\, participants will engage with their own contexts and gain tools in social analysis theory to examine how communities function socially\, economically\, culturally\, and politically. \nAn optional sweat lodge ceremony may be available on April 10 for participants of this course. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/h-cd5-community-development-social-analysis-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20260820T212235Z
CREATED:20260728T154331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T212235Z
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SUMMARY:CE1 Models of Education Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This introductory course explores Indigenous perspectives and reflective practice. Participants will discuss how to create healthy learning environments using the medicine wheel and the spiral reflection model while exploring temperaments\, learning styles\, educational models\, leadership challenges\, and group dynamics. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/ce1-models-of-education-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity-2/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270612
DTSTAMP:20260820T211958Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T211958Z
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SUMMARY:HS3 Creation-Genesis Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This course explores storytelling as an ancient art form that helps communities understand their place in the world. Participants will examine Indigenous creation stories and the two creation accounts in Genesis to consider what it means to be human in relation to God\, creation\, and our own times and places. \nAn optional sweat lodge ceremony may be available on June 12 for participants of this course. \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/hs3-creation-genesis-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity-3/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270619
DTSTAMP:20260820T210639Z
CREATED:20260728T160656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T210639Z
UID:5162-1813017600-1813363199@sandysaulteaux.ca
SUMMARY:CD2 Children’s Programming Learning Circle & Continuing Education Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a holistic exploration of Indigenous children’s spiritual development by integrating cultural traditions\, historical contexts\, and contemporary challenges. Participants will examine core principles of Indigenous spirituality\, including land\, language\, storytelling\, and community\, and consider their role in shaping children’s identity and resilience. Through Elders’ teachings and land-based learning\, participants will gain practical tools to design culturally grounded programs and policies.  \nWe welcome guest learners to join our ministry students in this circle. To register\, download the registration form below and return completed form to connect@sandysaulteaux.ca. \n\nREGISTRATION FORM\n\n*Learning Circle information is subject to change.
URL:https://sandysaulteaux.ca/event/cd2-childrens-programming-learning-circle-continuing-education-opportunity/
LOCATION:Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre\, 290 Zielke Drive\, Beausejour\, Manitoba\, R0E 0C0\, Canada
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