Indigenous Pastoral Leadership Formation Program 

The Program begins on Monday, July 29^th at 8 a.m. and ends on Friday, August 2^nd at 5 p.m. Holding faith and culture, the program begins with two days on the land at Camp Natagaama (Fitzroy Harbour) for experiences and teachings of traditional ceremonies. Participants will be bussed to the land and return to the University campus for dinner. These two days are followed by three days on the Saint Paul University campus in Ottawa. Throughout the week, participants explore connections between Indigenous spiritualties and Christian faith through ceremony, teachings, and conversation. Topics include faith and culture, community and church life, the Bible, and leading the community prayers.  Certificates of attestation are given to participants who complete the week-long program. Participants can also apply for 3 university undergrad credits.

The participants seeking 3 university credit will be expected to complete reading and assignments before and after the week of the program through distance learning.