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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE CHESTER RONNING CENTER
A Note from the Director
Greetings!
As we reflect on the month of December, I am pleased with the enriching and impactful events that took place in our community.
David Goa's Philosopher's Café, hosted at the Fox and Fable, brought together a robust audience for a compelling discussion on "Gaza and Israel: Origins of Conflict and Canadian Policy."
Together with Richard Bruneau, they led an insightful exploration, fostering a diverse exchange of perspectives and ideas. The event exemplified our commitment to providing a platform for meaningful dialogue within our community.
A pivotal moment in December was the launch of the community needs assessment report, "Making Space for Religious Voices and Ways of Life," led by Nakita Valerio.
This report, a culmination of collaborative efforts, will serve as a guide for our future initiatives, ensuring that we continue to address the evolving needs of our community and promote inclusivity.
Looking ahead to January, we are thrilled to announce exciting programming, including Shaun Boothe's performance of unauthorized biographies in honour of Black History Month. This promises to be an engaging and educational experience, celebrating diverse narratives and histories.
We extend our gratitude to everyone who participated in and supported these events. Your commitment to the values of the Chester Ronning Centre is what makes our community vibrant and dynamic.
Wishing you a joyous holiday season and looking forward to another year of meaningful engagements and enriching discussions.
Sincerely,
Joseph R. Wiebe
Director, Chester Ronning Centre
Associate Professor of Religion and Ecology Faculty Website
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Paul Gareau, Ph.D.
Faculty of Native Studies
Dr. Paul L. Gareau is Michif-French, born and raised in the Batoche Homeland in Saskatchewan. He is an associate professor and associate dean (graduate studies) in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta.
His research and scholarship focus on Métis Studies and Religious Studies; religion and relationality; co-constitutive identity; Indigenous knowledges/onto-epistemologies; nationhood/peoplehood relations; race, gender, and marginalization; and theatre-based, community-led research.
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Chester Ronning Centre Community Report
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Philosopher's Café: The Doctrine of Discovery”: Colonialism &Indigeneity, State & Church
On Thursday, January 11th, David Goa, Founding Director, Chester Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life, will open up our conversation on Colonialism & Indigeneity, State & Church.
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Honouring the Declaration: Church Commitments to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Featuring essays from scholars working from a range of disciplines, including religious studies, Indigenous legal studies, Christian theology and ethics, Biblical studies, Indigenous educational leadership within the United Church, and social activism, the collection includes both Indigenous and non-Indigenous voices, all of whom respond meaningfully to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action.
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