First Covenant Church Minneapolis

On Sunday, May 18th, about 15 members and 1st Cov guests bundled up and took a very information tour of Owámniyomni over the Stone Arch Bridge. Our tour guide, Barry Hand, Program Director from Owámniyomni Okhódayapi, described Dakota lifeways, the significance of the River, and the Mní Sóta Dakota Tribes’ vision for cultural and environmental restoration. He was so gracious in welcoming questions and teaching us all how to pronounce "Owámniyomni Okhódayapi." We are all looking forward to seeing their project move forward and reclaiming the banks and riverway for the original flora and fauna of the region. Thanks to Jim Bergstrom for arranging this opportunity!

Two local gobblers were thwarted by the "no pets allowed" requirement on the new playground sign, designed and installed by Steve Bosmans, 1st Cov's Facilities Director. Unfortunately, the turkeys did not utilize the new pet clean-up station that was provided by East Town Apartments and installed by Steve.

1st Cov Weekly Update Please join us this Sunday, March 2nd, at 10am for a Contemplative Gathering hosted by Carma Gjerning. She will lead us in exploring March's scripture John 15:1-17 Vines and Branches. Refreshments will follow.