A Living Faith With All Relations
The Indigenous Ministry of the Pacific Mountain Regional Council promotes and initiates traditional ancestral principles to be an integral part of living faith, and trust in God and the Gospel of Christ in all relationships including conflict resolution, rites of passage, purification, and affirmation.
Support Indigenous Ministries
You are welcome to make financial donations to Indigenous Ministry opportunities in the Pacific Mountain Regional Council.
Calls to the Church
“’The Calls to the Church’ emerged from a process of discernment by the Indigenous church.
The ‘Calls to the Church’ document articulates the Indigenous Church’s vision for the ongoing development of Indigenous Peoples’ mission and ministry and communities of faith within The United Church of Canada. It outlines pathways for the whole church to continue to walk in the Spirit of Christ toward justice, healing, and reconciliation.”
- From The United Church of Canada’s Indigenous Ministries website
The PMRC Indigenous Ministries hopes for all Indigenous and Non-Indigenous United Church people to read and practice the Calls to the Church and build meaningful relationship with Indigenous-church communities in the Pacific Mountain Regional Council.
- Download the Calls to the Church PDF
Rev. John Snow Jr., Indigenous Minister
John is a direct descendant of Treaty 7 signatories and a member of the Stoney Tribe. He is a sun-dancer and pipe-holder in the Nakoda Tradition, and holds an M.A. in Political Science in Public Policy, Law and Administration from the University of Calgary. John is a seasoned speaker, instructor and negotiator for technical oil and gas who has worked with provincial and federal governments to advise on policy, guided by the Treaties, the TRC, and UNDRIP. John has provided insight on Indigenous ways and history by giving presentations and instructing Indigenous courses for Youth to post-graduates, and for the United Church and the Morley Ecumenical Conference. John has served the United Church of Canada as a student minister in Maskwacis, as a member of the Permanent Committee on Finance, Chinook Winds Regional Executive, and the National Indigenous Council. Read more about Rev John Snow Jr here.
Video, Teachings and Resources
Recent News from Indigenous Ministries
Gibimishkaadimin 2022
Friends, There is a wonderful opportunity for Indigenous youth ages 16-18 to participate in a leadership and educational exchange. ‘Gibimishkaadimin’, an Indigenous word representing “paddling …
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Indigenous Lenten Series – Wisdom of the Elders: Teachings from the Indian Ecumenical Conference
Sponsored by the Urban Indigenous Circle, Chinook Winds Region and Pacific Mountain Region This year we examine Lent through the lens of our Indigenous Elders. …
Read MoreMEDIA RELEASE: United Church Commitment to Work on Unmarked Graves
This information may be traumatic for residential school survivors, families, and community. If you are feeling pain or distress, please call the free 24-hour crisis …
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Read MoreUpcoming Events and Activities for Reconciliation
Friends, There are many new events and activities in the coming months that may be of interest. Threads: Cultural Conversations is an online event exploring …
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Indigenous Pink Shirt
Friends, On February 23th, 2022, many across Canada and the world will choose to wear pink shirts to take a stand against bullying. In 2007, …
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Right Relations Christmas Service
Friends, Thank you all for all your support over the year! For those interested, the Christmas Eve Service will air at 12 pm Mountain time …
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Winter Solstice Indigenous Blessing & Ritual
December 21 is a significant day for Indigenous folks. I made a bookmark to share with the Pacific Mountain and Chinook Winds Regional Councils, and …
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Advent Message from Indigenous Minister, Rev. John Snow Jr.
Rev. John Snow Jr. shares this Advent video message of encouragement, gift of being in community, and give thanks for blessings. …
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Wounded Warriors: National Aboriginal Veterans & Remembrance Day Reflection and Scripture
Prepared by Rev. John Snow Jr, Pacific Mountain Regional Council Indigenous Ministry This video reflection and scripture for Nation Aboriginal Veterans & Remembrance Day …
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