Westar is thrilled and honored to host a conversation with The Very Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne—an Indigenous theologian, a scholar, and, as she puts it, an "optimistic leader, speaker, and facilitator" passionate about promoting human prosperity and a flourishing world.
Driven by the power of hope, Dr. Lansdowne tackles some of the toughest questions in the Christian tradition with uncommon grace and sharp intellect. Her groundbreaking work, Wearing a Broken Indigene Heart on the Sleeve of Christian Mission, poses the essential query: If Indigenous hearts are broken by Christianity, what in its theology is life-giving at all?
This is not a session on despair. This is a courageous, Westar-style dialogue about using that painful history to create a bolder, more just, and radically imaginative future. She’s gifted at helping audiences envision and create a better future—and we can't wait to see what transformation we can spark together.
Dr. Lansdowne will be in dialogue with Westar Scholar and theologian Wilson Dickinson. Dr. Dickinson will bring his expertise to the discussion and field your questions submitted via the chat during the webinar. Join us for this critical engagement that moves beyond critique to envision a liberating and just Christian future.
Your Pre or Post Webinar Study Guide Download
We invite you to download the Study Guide to Dr. Lansdowne's new book. The guide provides essential context on key concepts you'll hear in the dialogue but you'll also be receiving the recording, so you can explore
Decolonial Theology: The active resistance to colonial systems.
Interculturalism: A framework demanding mutual transformation across cultures.
Indigene Heart: Emphasizes the personal commitment of her identity as a member of the Haíłzaqv First Nation, which grounds her call for justice.
You can download the link here: https://carmenlansdowne.com/downloads
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