Dr. Patricia Vickers’ workshop at Our Place Society
brought together a diverse group of people in a caring, respectful, and
inclusive way. Her ability to humbly co-create the presentation with the
group was very thoughtful and well-paced; she educated through her response within
group engagement rather than using a structured, timed format. Dr.
Vickers was genuinely interested in listening to people’s stories and gently engaged
them in self-discovery and awakening. She has a soft, but powerful manner
that commands and respects. It was a valuable experience on many levels
and was much more than staff training.
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I have presented with Dr. Vickers in academic and public settings. She brings groups and individuals to reconciliation with intelligence, emotional balance, and spiritual sensitivity. She works with the tools of Ayaawx, the natural teachings which are the strength of First Nations. The Reverend Dr. Martin Brokenleg, OSBCn Patricia carefully weaves Indigenous knowledges and the teachings of Christ in a way that leads to profound personal contemplation. A gifted spiritual director, and a vulnerable companion too. Steve Heinrichs
Director, Indigenous Relations
Mennonite Church Canada
600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0M4
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