Thanksgiving

Over the last few years many have been doing the hard work of relearning the history of the first thanksgiving to better include and learn from the perspective of the indigenous nations of this land. At the same time we do not want to lose the opportunity to speak widely of gratitude and giving thanks.

We have a list of resources to help you do both:

First you can learn which Indigenous peoples lived in your area through Native Land Digital.
Read The Wampanoag Side of the First Thanksgiving Story from Indian Country Today.
Read Thanksgiving Day: An Alternative View by Bradley Hauff, the Indigenous Missioner for the Episcopal Church.

If you are Looking for that perfect prayer to say around the Thanksgiving table? Build Faith has assembled ten options, ranging from traditional to contemporary… simple to creative. HERE

If you’re looking for Thanksgiving activities for churches and families, Sharon Ely Pearson offers brilliant ideas for getting into the Thanksgiving spirit.

And finally, Brook Packard offers 11 brilliant ideas for year-round activities that teach and model gratitude for children.