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Great Sioux Nation Immersion Trip
Great Sioux Nation Immersion Trip
South Dakota
August 7-13, 2022
Dear Deacon Dinh,
We are excited to announce a unique immersion experience coming up in August here in the United States! Join us to experience the challenges and joys of the Great Sioux Native American Nation in the context of Maryknoll’s mission work with other indigenous peoples around the world.
Indigenous people are rich in ancient traditions and culture, but oftentimes pushed to the margins of society. Nonetheless, they have many lessons to share about caring for life-in all its forms.
This immersion trip is offered to contextualize and reflect on the experience of our brothers and sisters of the Great Sioux Native American Nation in South Dakota and Wyoming in light of the challenges and opportunities facing indigenous people around the world.
Participants will:
- learn about the history, culture, and spirituality of the Lakota People
- hear the intergenerational stories of suffering and resilience from a people who had their land and culture ripped away from them
- gain firsthand insight into trauma and injustices that have unfolded through genocide, relocation, and poverty during the reservation era
- see signs of hope springing forth from the cultural revitalization that is happening on reservations today
Visits planned:
- The Rosebud Lakota Sioux Reservation, as well as the Pine Ridge and Crow Creek Sioux Reservations
- The Sundance Grounds will familiarize participants with the Native American Sun Dance ceremony, an indigenous religious tradition to reunite and reconnect with the earth and the spirits.
- Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial
- Black Hills, including Crazy Horse Memorial and Devils Tower National Monument
- Saint Joseph’s Indian School
Trip includes fees, hotel, and retreat center lodging, breakfasts and ground transportation. A donation of $1200 is requested to cover these costs based on double occupancy (add $350 for single occupancy). Participants are responsible for travel expenses to and from the Omaha Eppley International Airport (OMA) and for their own lunches and dinners at restaurants during the trip. Scholarships may be available, particularly for young adults and church ministers.
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, including booster(s) is required.
DEADLINE TO APPLY is July 1st.
Have questions? Contact the Maryknoll trip leader, Deacon Dennis Holley at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Kris East at 510-276-5021 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Learn more about what to expect on a Maryknoll Immersion Trip at
Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, P.O. Box 302, Maryknoll, NY 10545-0302, 914-941-7636