Connecting to Your Ancestors
Reverend Leslie Mills is back talking about Connecting to your ancestors.
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UU the Vote with MUUSJA
Rev. Terri Burnor, of the Minnesota Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Alliance, will inform us of their efforts in this year’s elections, what we should be aware of and what can be done in the future.
Friends of the Boundary Waters
Since 1976, Friends of the Boundary Waters has been the leading voice for the Boundary Waters. Having worked to safeguard 1.1 million acres of lakes and forests, their mission is to connect people of all backgrounds to the wilderness, so that this and future generations benefit from the magic of this special place. Marta Ditzler, Community … Continue reading Friends of the Boundary Waters
Indigenous Peoples Day
October 12 is Indigenous Peoples Day. Our presenter is Anthony “Tony” McGerr (Manitoba Métis Federation) is the Program Manager, Department of Indian Work with Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul’s. Much of his work centers on American Indian Youth Enrichment program; family Economic Mobility, Indigenous leadership, education, cultural connection, and the experiences of Native people … Continue reading Indigenous Peoples Day
The Revolutionary War with Doug Ohman
Doug Ohman, historian, photographer, and author, has been a frequent speaker at Pilgrim House over the years. On October 4, he will present a new program on the American Revolution, “America’s Beginnings”. In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, he will highlight events and people that made this nation possible.
Doug Wood and Steve Borgstrom – A Little Concert and a Little Reading
Minnesota greatest guitarist –a little concert and a little reading.Douglas Wood is “Minnesota’s renaissance man”. Artist, musician, naturalist, wilderness guide, and author of forty-one books for adults and children, with over two and a half million copies in print. His book, “Old Turtle”, won the American Booksellers’ and International Reading Association Children’s Book Awards, and … Continue reading Doug Wood and Steve Borgstrom – A Little Concert and a Little Reading
Voting in Minnesota
Early Voting in this year’s general election began September 18th. We have Michael Wall from the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office to give us a primer on elections in Minnesota and what we can do to ensure they are true and fair. Michael’s job for the Secretary of State is primarily to ensure younger voters … Continue reading Voting in Minnesota
Water Communion
Time to re-gather from our summer break as we reimagine this annual tradition. If you like, bring a small container of water that represents your summer (a pitcher of water will also be provided). Through the metaphor of water, we recognize that life can be stormy or sparkling, still or rushing. And sometimes, it can … Continue reading Water Communion
The Mooncoin Ceili Dancers
The Mooncoin Ceili Dancers (1976-2026) will be demonstrating and teaching some Irish social dances. Mooncoin has done more than 400 performances over the past 50 years, in multiple states in the US, and in Ireland, including several performances at Pilgrim House. Mooncoin currently has three PH members performing with the group. We invite attendees to … Continue reading The Mooncoin Ceili Dancers
Ukrainian American Community Center
Oleksii Nedovba, Refugee Program and Services Lead, will share how the Ukrainian American Community Center unites and empowers the community through humanitarian aid, community services, and the advancement of Ukrainian history, culture, and heritage. Additionally, Iryna Petrus, Longterm Care Workforce Program Manager at the Center, will speak about rebuilding her life in Minnesota and becoming … Continue reading Ukrainian American Community Center