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On November 29, 1864, Methodists led a massacre on peacefully gathered Cheyenne and Arapaho, murdering over two hundred Indigenous women, children, and peace chiefs. Pieces of their bodies were then marched 173 miles to Denver to display in victory. It is time we name this harm, hold ourselves accountable, and begin the long journey of repentance.
The General Agencies of The United Methodist Church are calling upon annual conferences, districts, and local churches to join us in solidarity with the descendants of Sand Creek as we journey in a contemplative healing run. We challenge you all to gather churches together and cumulatively run, walk, or bike 173 miles.
The work of healing is work we cannot and should not do alone. It requires intention, accountability, and most of all, community. Join us. Learn with us. Heal with us.
The General Commission on Archives and History has created a series of five videos to educate United Methodists and others about the horrific tragedy of the Sand Creek Massacre.
We challenge United Methodists across the connection to join in solidarity with the descendants of Sand Creek as we journey in a contemplative run. Check out a few resources that you can listen to as you run/walk on this healing journey.
