History of Land Acknowledgment in the Diocese
Land acknowledgments provide a way to express respect for the historical and current presence and value of Native peoples, the history of their oppression, and a commitment to be in right relationship with them.
The Episcopal Church, our diocese and churches have been on a journey to develop land acknowledgments for several years.
At the General Convention in 2022, two resolutions were passed regarding the inclusion of Indigenous land acknowledgments in our corporate life and worship. (Resolution C072 and Resolution D019) Since then, The Episcopal Church developed a land acknowledgment which was read at the Investiture of Presiding Bishop Rowe.
Recognizing that dioceses and churches need guidance to develop their land acknowledgments, the Indigenous Ministries of the Episcopal Church developed a helpful land acknowledgment resource.
