In the interests of promoting Truth, Healing and Reconciliation, we invite you to learn about the Doctrine of Discovery.  This papal bull was brought to the attention of Canadians following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and also during the visit of Pope Francis to Canada. In 2021/22 several Victoria UUs joined a study group on the excellent film Doctrine of Discovery: Stolen Lands, Strong Hearts, produced by the Anglican Church. They will share with you their increased understanding of the implications of the Doctrine of Discovery on ongoing efforts towards reconciliation.  You may be interested in viewing the 67-minute video on which the study group focussed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQwkB1hn5E8

Amanda Tarling, Jan Greenwood, Sarah Weaver and Karen Christie are active members of our congregation, and a couple participate in the Truth Healing and Reconciliation team of UUs in Victoria (THRUU), a small group from both UU congregations in Victoria. THRUU’s mandate is to facilitate educational opportunities in the interests of contributing to the reconciliation process. All speakers participated in the study group on the Doctrine of Discovery and most in the earlier groups for the CUC’s Indigenous Film Discussion Series.