You’re Invited: Join the Next Session of the Antiracism Discipleship Connective Learning Series

The Antiracism Discipleship Connective Task Force invites you to our next learning session, where we will deepen our understanding of the historical and ongoing experiences of Indigenous and First Nations peoples in North America, particularly within the context of The United Methodist Church.

This month’s session will be facilitated by Rev. Cody C. Robinson, a citizen of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma. Rev. Robinson brings a lifetime of commitment to theological education, Christian formation, and justice work in both the church and the academy. He serves as senior pastor at D.D. Etchieson Memorial Indian United Methodist Church in the Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference and holds leadership roles with the Cookson Hills Indigenous Center and the NSU Wesley Foundation. We are honored to learn from his insights and experiences.

Why This Matters

As United Methodists called to love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously, it is essential that we confront the church’s complicity in the harms done to Indigenous communities and commit ourselves to the work of justice. This session offers a meaningful opportunity to listen, learn, and engage in actionable solidarity with Indigenous siblings in faith.

Prepare for the Session

In the spirit of shared responsibility and growth, we ask all participants to come prepared by exploring the following materials:

Videos

• Introduction to Native American History: Ep 1 – Crash Course (12:47)
• Tribal Sovereignty Explained: Ep 2 – Crash Course (11:21)

Reading

• Antiracism Discipleship: An Intentional Discipleship Pathway in the Face of Systemic Racism
• "Spotlighting UMC’s Role in Indigenous Boarding Schools"
• The United Methodist Church and Indigenous Boarding Schools: A Report

How to Support Indigenous Churches and Leaders Within the UMC Connection

• The Native American Comprehensive Plan
• More information you should know about
• Advance Project

Your presence and voice matter.

If you would like to join us for the next Antiracism Discipleship Connective session on June 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. CDT, please email Amania Drane at [email protected] so she can send you the Zoom details.

In your message, please also indicate if you wish to continue receiving updates and communications from the Antiracism Discipleship Connective.

We look forward to your participation!

Together, let us pursue discipleship rooted in justice, healing, and reconciliation.

We look forward to seeing you on June 12.